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 $15,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,000, or roughly $57 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $204 (9.73%) year-over-year from $2,096 to $2,300. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $534 (-16.54%) year-over-year from $3,229 to $2,695. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $330 (-6.83%) year-over-year from $4,830 to $4,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $1,212 (-10.81%) year-over-year from $11,207 to $9,995. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,500 (17.86%) year-over-year from $14,000 to $16,500. 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 12.88% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.61% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 15.57% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.94% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.06% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$60.00	$2,300	$2,096 (9.73%)	$1,995 (15.29%)
1 BR	$50.00	$2,695	$3,229 (-16.54%)	$3,175 (-15.12%)
2 BR	$58.52	$4,500	$4,830 (-6.83%)	$4,133 (8.87%)
3 BR	$65.45	$9,995	$11,207 (-10.81%)	$7,850 (27.32%)
4+ BR	$66.91	$16,500	$14,000 (17.86%)	$10,994 (50.08%)

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 $4,356 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 $2,425, 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 $8,500 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 10.16% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 1.76% more affordable. Two bedrooms in 90405, Santa Monica, CA are about 17.42% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 43.08% 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	$1,995	$2,500	$2,425
Los Angeles, CA	$1,750	$2,300	$3,350	$3,675
Culver City, CA	$2,638	$2,500	$3,500	$4,250
Santa Monica, CA	$2,325	$2,985	$4,975	$4,463
West Hollywood, CA	$2,173	$3,295	$6,200	$4,725
Beverly Hills, CA	$2,050	$3,600	$4,750	$8,500

Top Neighborhoods Near 90405

There are a total of 22 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 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 $4,161 per month. A total of 9 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only thirteen neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,161. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than 90405's average rent, which is only $4,000. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near 90405, Park Mesa Heights has the most affordable average rent at $2,149 per month. Whereas, at $19,000 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	$2,500	$1,725	$2,250	$2,149
Congress West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,696	$1,650	$2,975	$2,700
Central Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA	$1,598	$2,035	$3,250	$2,974
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,648	$2,395	$3,643	$3,423
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$2,285	$3,478	$3,795	$3,460
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,695	$2,975	$3,098	$3,495
West Adams, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	N/A	$2,785	$3,666
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$2,545	$3,400	$3,750
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,045	$2,795	$3,995
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,673	$2,975	$4,250	$4,095
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$2,048	$2,998	$5,000	$4,150
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,695	$2,899	$4,298	$4,173
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,217	$3,213	$4,756	$4,400
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA	$2,400	$3,200	$4,498	$4,548
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,400	$3,230	$4,600	$4,573
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,200	$4,000	$4,950
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$3,025	$2,750	$6,995	$4,995
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$2,399	$2,774	$4,200	$5,198
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,295	$3,500	$5,750	$6,175
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$1,953	$3,200	$4,900	$7,393
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$3,438	$6,400	$15,550
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$2,750	$4,700	$8,950	$19,000

Top Counties Near 90405

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near 90405

There are a total of 22 zipcodes in or near 90405, Santa Monica, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,244. 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 $2,295 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $22,500 per month is 90210, Los Angeles, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,997. That's at least $60 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 $2,773 per month. Or in other words, $46 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,895 per month. Which comes out to $43 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	$2,247	$3,475	$4,995	$5,448
90025, Los Angeles, CA	$1,772	$2,398	$3,795	$3,848
90069, Los Angeles, CA	$2,795	$3,473	$6,500	$6,348
90046, Los Angeles, CA	$1,999	$2,725	$4,600	$4,950
90035, Los Angeles, CA	$2,398	$2,575	$3,475	$3,895
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$2,595	$3,095	$3,225	$3,423
90292, Marina del Rey, CA	$2,346	$3,759	$6,149	$5,895
90403, Santa Monica, CA	$1,995	$3,000	$4,950	$4,293
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$1,953	$3,200	$4,940	$9,500
90024, Los Angeles, CA	$2,448	$3,230	$4,950	$4,800

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 $4,000. 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 $60.00. 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 $2,695 and an average price per square feet of $50.00. 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 $4,995 and an average price per square feet of $58.52. There are a total of 31 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 0.10%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.17%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.07%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.11% 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 $3,200/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.