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 $13,625 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,350, or roughly $56 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $380 (19.27%) year-over-year from $1,970 to $2,350. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $82 (-2.74%) year-over-year from $2,982 to $2,900. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $843 (16.34%) year-over-year from $5,158 to $6,000. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,352 (14.80%) year-over-year from $9,133 to $10,485. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $5,175 (-30.90%) year-over-year from $16,750 to $11,575. 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 down by 0.28% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.31% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.28% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.25% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 19.38% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $51.98 $2,350 $1,970 (19.27%) $1,860 (26.34%)
1 BR $50.09 $2,900 $2,982 (-2.74%) $2,953 (-1.81%)
2 BR $58.85 $6,000 $5,158 (16.34%) $4,825 (24.35%)
3 BR $60.93 $10,485 $9,133 (14.80%) $9,683 (8.28%)
4+ BR $57.98 $11,575 $16,750 (-30.90%) $13,667 (-15.30%)

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 $4,150 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Inglewood, CA, with an average rent of $2,450, 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 $7,973 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 1.22% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 0.94% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 90405, Santa Monica, CA are about 27.96% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 29.17% 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 $1,725 $2,100 $2,573 $2,450
Los Angeles, CA $1,750 $2,300 $3,398 $3,700
Culver City, CA $2,575 $2,600 $3,600 $3,900
West Hollywood, CA $2,295 $3,195 $5,995 $4,400
Santa Monica, CA $2,432 $3,043 $5,050 $4,500
Beverly Hills, CA $2,348 $3,400 $4,973 $7,973

Top Neighborhoods Near 90405

There are a total of 22 neighborhoods in or near 90405. Some of these neighborhoods include Congress West, Central Hollywood, and Mar Vista. We've included all of these top 22 neighborhoods in or near 90405, Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 22 neighborhoods in or near 90405, Santa Monica, CA is currently around $4,483 per month. A total of 10 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twelve neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,483. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 90405's average rent, which is only $4,350. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 90405, Congress West has the most affordable average rent at $2,195 per month. Whereas, at $19,500 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
Congress West, Los Angeles, CA $1,510 $1,675 $2,473 $2,195
Central Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA $1,543 $1,975 $3,199 $2,776
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA $1,900 $2,713 $3,109 $3,498
West Adams, Los Angeles, CA $1,900 $1,895 $2,625 $3,500
Palms, Los Angeles, CA $1,850 $3,432 $4,073 $3,523
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA $1,595 $2,450 $3,925 $3,793
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA $2,523 $2,100 $2,599 $3,850
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA $1,541 $2,883 $4,495 $3,950
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA $1,825 $2,373 $3,895 $4,145
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA $1,995 $3,043 $4,825 $4,150
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA $2,543 $3,525 $4,699 $4,466
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA $1,690 $2,923 $3,995 $4,500
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA N/A $2,895 $4,495 $4,500
PICO, Los Angeles, CA $1,895 $2,200 $3,925 $4,500
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA $2,599 $3,320 $6,103 $4,995
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA $2,250 $3,600 $4,995 $5,200
Westside, Los Angeles, CA $2,248 $2,674 $5,095 $5,595
Venice, Los Angeles, CA $2,198 $3,095 $5,673 $6,417
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA $2,175 $3,495 $5,045 $8,250
North of Montana, Santa Monica, CA $3,648 $4,200 $8,900 $9,000
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA $2,550 $3,521 $5,236 $15,000
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA $1,900 $4,625 $7,000 $19,500

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 $4,280. A total of 12 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 $2,010 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $23,725 per month is 90210, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,900. 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 90405, Santa Monica, CA is $2,797 per month. Or in other words, $47 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,995 per month. Which comes out to $44 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 $2,200 $2,797 $5,225 $5,498
90025, Los Angeles, CA $1,595 $2,398 $3,995 $4,098
90069, Los Angeles, CA $3,000 $3,395 $6,850 $6,910
90046, Los Angeles, CA $1,899 $2,623 $4,425 $4,575
90035, Los Angeles, CA $1,950 $2,550 $3,900 $4,248
90034, Los Angeles, CA $1,900 $2,850 $3,345 $3,500
90292, Marina del Rey, CA $2,179 $3,995 $6,022 $5,426
90403, Santa Monica, CA $1,997 $3,043 $5,100 $4,280
90049, Los Angeles, CA $2,175 $3,050 $5,500 $9,500
90024, Los Angeles, CA $2,265 $3,775 $5,247 $5,200

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 $4,350. 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 $51.98. There are a total of 7 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 $2,795 and an average price per square feet of $50.09. There are a total of 35 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 $5,950 and an average price per square feet of $58.85. There are a total of 26 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 0.19%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.03%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.16%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15% 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 $3,480/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.