Average Rent in 90405, Santa Monica, CA

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Current Versus Historical 90405, Santa Monica, CA Rents

90405 rentals average $2,350 for a studio rental to $15,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,100, or roughly $58 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $157 (7.14%) year-over-year from $2,193 to $2,350. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $379 (-11.30%) year-over-year from $3,354 to $2,975. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,173 (26.21%) year-over-year from $4,477 to $5,650. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $260 (2.60%) year-over-year from $9,990 to $10,250. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $3,683 (32.55%) year-over-year from $11,317 to $15,000. 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 8.96% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.78% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 13.80% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 19.78% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.69% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$58.50	$2,350	$2,193 (7.14%)	$2,012 (16.82%)
1 BR	$52.61	$2,975	$3,354 (-11.30%)	$3,215 (-7.47%)
2 BR	$62.94	$5,650	$4,477 (26.21%)	$4,384 (28.87%)
3 BR	$77.00	$10,250	$9,990 (2.60%)	$7,792 (31.55%)
4+ BR	$64.41	$15,000	$11,317 (32.55%)	$10,291 (45.76%)

Historical Rents in 90405, Santa Monica, CA

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Top Cities Near 90405

There are a total of 6 cities nearby 90405. The average rent in 90405 is currently $4,484 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Inglewood, CA, with an average rent of $2,500, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near 90405, Santa Monica, CA is Beverly Hills, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $8,925 per month.

Let's compare 90405, Santa Monica, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in 90405, Santa Monica, CA is 14.44% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 6.85% more expensive. Two bedrooms in 90405, Santa Monica, CA are about 14.69% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 31.38% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near 90405, Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Inglewood, CA	$1,700	$1,950	$2,673	$2,500
Los Angeles, CA	$1,718	$2,297	$3,400	$3,600
West Hollywood, CA	$2,047	$3,250	$5,995	$4,472
Culver City, CA	$2,295	$2,548	$4,048	$4,495
Santa Monica, CA	$2,200	$2,995	$5,225	$4,500
Beverly Hills, CA	$1,975	$3,400	$4,995	$8,925

Top Neighborhoods Near 90405

There are a total of 24 neighborhoods in or near 90405. Some of these neighborhoods include Park Mesa Heights, Congress West, and Central Hollywood. We've included all of these top 24 neighborhoods in or near 90405, Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 24 neighborhoods in or near 90405, Santa Monica, CA is currently around $4,438 per month. A total of 10 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only fourteen neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,438. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 90405's average rent, which is only $4,100. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 90405, Park Mesa Heights has the most affordable average rent at $2,400 per month. Whereas, at $19,950 average rent per month, Bel Air-Beverly Crest is the most expensive neighborhood in or near 90405. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Park Mesa Heights, Los Angeles, CA	$1,600	$1,800	$2,500	$2,400
Congress West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,345	$1,782	$2,848	$2,495
Central Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA	$1,499	$2,200	$2,998	$2,990
Sunset Park, Santa Monica, CA	$2,350	$2,600	$4,050	$3,348
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$2,413	$3,495	$3,750	$3,450
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,823	$2,647	$3,298	$3,545
West Adams, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$1,697	$2,698	$3,650
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,695	$2,895	$3,868	$3,723
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,895	$2,599	$3,675	$3,795
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$1,898	$2,250	$3,498	$3,997
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA	$1,398	$2,000	$2,844	$4,195
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$2,049	$3,324	$5,000	$4,380
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,985	$2,200	$3,995	$4,495
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,895	$2,995	$4,595	$4,595
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA	$1,795	$2,845	$4,698	$4,673
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,274	$2,995	$5,000	$4,875
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,400	$3,048	$4,750	$4,999
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$1,895	$2,949	$4,200	$5,295
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$2,200	$3,350	$6,898	$5,495
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,498	$3,495	$5,785	$5,950
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,745	$2,995	$5,000	$6,100
North of Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$2,395	$3,650	$8,545	$10,500
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$3,331	$5,270	$18,500
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$2,500	$2,750	$8,650	$19,950

Top Counties Near 90405

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near 90405

There are a total of 21 zipcodes in or near 90405, Santa Monica, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,397. A total of 10 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 90008, Los Angeles, CA at $2,245 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $24,975 per month is 90210, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,950. That's at least $57 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near 90405, Santa Monica, CA is $2,788 per month. Or in other words, $48 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $4,254 per month. Which comes out to $42 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 90405, Santa Monica, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
90291, Los Angeles, CA	$2,298	$3,348	$5,000	$5,500
90025, Los Angeles, CA	$1,950	$2,500	$3,895	$3,950
90069, Los Angeles, CA	$2,350	$3,500	$6,240	$6,400
90046, Los Angeles, CA	$1,898	$2,500	$4,495	$4,625
90035, Los Angeles, CA	$1,595	$2,245	$3,600	$4,000
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$2,650	$3,277	$3,263	$3,360
90292, Marina del Rey, CA	$2,672	$3,809	$5,750	$5,570
90403, Santa Monica, CA	$1,995	$3,199	$5,000	$4,600
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$2,745	$2,950	$5,200	$6,495
90024, Los Angeles, CA	$2,450	$3,200	$4,875	$5,095

Frequently Asked Questions - 90405 Average Rents

What is the average rent price in 90405, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for 90405, Santa Monica, CA apartments for rent is approximately $4,100. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 90405, 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 90405, Santa Monica, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in 90405, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,350 and an average price per square feet of $58.50. There are a total of 5 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in 90405.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in 90405, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,975 and an average price per square feet of $52.61. There are a total of 43 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90405.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in 90405, Santa Monica, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $5,300 and an average price per square feet of $62.94. There are a total of 30 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in 90405.

How have rent prices in 90405, Santa Monica, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in 90405, Santa Monica, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.07%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.11%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.26%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in 90405, Santa Monica, CA?

A reasonable rent price in 90405, Santa Monica, CA is around $3,280/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.