Average Rent in 90403, Santa Monica, CA

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Current Versus Historical 90403, Santa Monica, CA Rents

90403 rentals average $2,093 for a studio rental to $24,998 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,397, or roughly $53 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $139 (7.13%) year-over-year from $1,953 to $2,093. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $37 (-1.23%) year-over-year from $3,036 to $2,999. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $869 (19.18%) year-over-year from $4,531 to $5,400. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $266 (-3.93%) year-over-year from $6,766 to $6,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $5,969 (-19.27%) year-over-year from $30,967 to $24,998. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 3.92% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.83% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.66% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.13% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.88% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$61.51	$2,093	$1,953 (7.13%)	$1,895 (10.45%)
1 BR	$52.50	$2,999	$3,036 (-1.23%)	$2,829 (6.00%)
2 BR	$52.66	$5,400	$4,531 (19.18%)	$4,482 (20.49%)
3 BR	$49.71	$6,500	$6,766 (-3.93%)	$6,548 (-0.74%)
4+ BR	$64.25	$24,998	$30,967 (-19.27%)	$8,332 (200.04%)

Historical Rents in 90403, Santa Monica, CA

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Top Cities Near 90403

There are a total of 5 cities nearby 90403. The average rent in 90403 is currently $4,472 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Los Angeles, CA, with an average rent of $3,780, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 90403, Santa Monica, CA is Beverly Hills, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $7,999 per month.

Let's compare 90403, Santa Monica, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 90403, Santa Monica, CA is 2.75% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are equivalent to other nearby cities' one bedroom rents. Two bedrooms in 90403, Santa Monica, CA are about 4.00% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 15.38% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 5 cities near 90403, Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Los Angeles, CA	$1,750	$2,300	$3,395	$3,780
Culver City, CA	$2,588	$2,375	$3,600	$3,973
West Hollywood, CA	$2,150	$3,173	$6,400	$4,472
Santa Monica, CA	$2,495	$2,998	$5,100	$4,500
Beverly Hills, CA	$2,050	$3,498	$4,800	$7,999

Top Neighborhoods Near 90403

There are a total of 18 neighborhoods in or near 90403. Some of these neighborhoods include Palms, Mar Vista, and West Los Angeles. We've included all of these top 18 neighborhoods in or near 90403, Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 18 neighborhoods in or near 90403, Santa Monica, CA is currently around $4,698 per month. A total of 7 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only eleven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,698. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 90403's average rent, which is only $4,397. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 90403, Palms has the most affordable average rent at $3,195 per month. Whereas, at $18,995 average rent per month, Bel Air-Beverly Crest is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 90403. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$1,923	$3,444	$3,395	$3,195
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,695	$2,899	$3,224	$3,648
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,925	$2,398	$3,888	$3,900
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$2,123	$2,300	$3,498	$4,006
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,733	$2,963	$4,400	$4,223
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$2,123	$2,973	$4,175	$4,295
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$2,093	$2,999	$4,975	$4,295
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA	$16,422	$2,848	$4,495	$4,500
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,187	$3,625	$4,882	$4,600
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,638	$2,500	$4,150	$4,795
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$2,250	$2,900	$5,695	$4,995
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,200	$3,950	$5,048	$5,098
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$1,997	$2,495	$4,848	$5,395
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,350	$3,698	$6,275	$6,600
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,150	$2,724	$5,195	$9,248
North of Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$4,345	$4,125	$8,250	$9,250
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$3,438	$6,125	$15,995
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$4,600	$7,000	$18,995

Top Counties Near 90403

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Top Zipcodes Near 90403

There are a total of 17 zipcodes in or near 90403, Santa Monica, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,500. A total of 8 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 90016, Los Angeles, CA at $2,998 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $22,725 per month is 90210, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $2,150. That's at least $53 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 90403, Santa Monica, CA is $2,800 per month. Or in other words, $49 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $4,495 per month. Which comes out to $43 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 90403, Santa Monica, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
90025, Los Angeles, CA	$1,925	$2,398	$3,990	$4,100
90291, Los Angeles, CA	$2,450	$3,295	$5,500	$5,850
90069, Los Angeles, CA	$2,898	$3,450	$6,995	$6,800
90046, Los Angeles, CA	$1,948	$2,495	$4,650	$4,500
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$2,150	$2,800	$5,275	$9,675
90035, Los Angeles, CA	$2,398	$2,625	$3,625	$4,150
90405, Santa Monica, CA	$2,300	$2,750	$4,988	$4,050
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$2,695	$3,375	$3,200	$3,422
90024, Los Angeles, CA	$2,225	$4,025	$5,395	$5,250
90210, Los Angeles, CA	$1,950	$4,800	$6,500	$22,725

Frequently Asked Questions - 90403 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for 90403, Santa Monica, CA apartments for rent is approximately $4,397. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 90403, Santa Monica, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in 90403, Santa Monica, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,093 and an average price per square feet of $61.51. There are a total of 4 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 90403.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,998 and an average price per square feet of $52.50. There are a total of 31 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90403.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $5,000 and an average price per square feet of $52.66. There are a total of 43 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90403.

How have rent prices in 90403, Santa Monica, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 90403, Santa Monica, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.07%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.01%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.19%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 90403, Santa Monica, CA?

A reasonable rent price in 90403, Santa Monica, CA is around $3,518/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.