Average Rent in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA

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Current Versus Historical Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA Rents

Mid-City rentals average $9,509 for a studio rental to $4,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,095, or roughly $45 per square feet.
For the apartment units and housing in November 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $6,787 (-72.34%) year-over-year from $9,382 to $2,595. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $209 (-7.47%) year-over-year from $2,799 to $2,590. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $497 (-10.69%) year-over-year from $4,647 to $4,150. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,708 (34.22%) year-over-year from $4,990 to $6,698. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $611 (-11.08%) year-over-year from $5,511 to $4,900. 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 78.03% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.90% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 8.92% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 10.89% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 32.55% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Nov 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $52.73 $2,595 $9,382 (-72.34%) $2,148 (20.84%)
1 BR $50.75 $2,590 $2,799 (-7.47%) $2,822 (-8.21%)
2 BR $46.64 $4,150 $4,647 (-10.69%) $3,882 (6.91%)
3 BR $44.92 $6,698 $4,990 (34.22%) $4,713 (42.10%)
4+ BR $36.96 $4,900 $5,511 (-11.08%) $6,600 (-25.76%)

Historical Rents in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA

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Top Cities Near Mid-City

There are a total of 5 cities nearby Mid-City. The average rent in Mid-City 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 $3,697, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA is Beverly Hills, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $8,925 per month.

Let's compare Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA is 79.02% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 26.25% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA are about 22.71% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 17.28% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 5 cities near Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Los Angeles, CA $1,699 $2,250 $3,345 $3,697
Culver City, CA N/A $2,688 $3,500 $3,700
West Hollywood, CA $1,995 $3,150 $5,748 $4,472
Santa Monica, CA $2,417 $3,150 $5,093 $4,510
Beverly Hills, CA $2,548 $3,500 $5,598 $8,925

Top Neighborhoods Near Mid-City

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

The average rent for these 18 neighborhoods in or near Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA is currently around $4,270 per month. A total of 6 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twelve neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,270. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Mid-City's average rent, which is only $4,095. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Mid-City, Congress West has the most affordable average rent at $2,149 per month. Whereas, at $18,500 average rent per month, Bel Air-Beverly Crest is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Mid-City. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Congress West, Los Angeles, CA $1,691 $1,748 $2,495 $2,149
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA $1,995 $2,495 $3,095 $3,395
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA $1,795 $2,595 $3,495 $3,670
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA $2,000 $2,048 $2,500 $3,887
Palms, Los Angeles, CA $1,875 $3,750 $4,595 $3,895
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA $1,500 $2,350 $3,625 $4,057
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA $1,550 $2,730 $4,223 $4,173
PICO, Los Angeles, CA $1,923 $2,400 $3,990 $4,200
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA $2,400 $3,213 $4,798 $4,245
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA $2,025 $3,298 $5,175 $4,295
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA $1,990 $2,995 $4,050 $4,595
Westside, Los Angeles, CA $1,995 $2,395 $4,750 $5,148
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA $2,300 $3,150 $5,250 $5,200
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA $1,895 $3,250 $6,250 $5,295
Venice, Los Angeles, CA $2,198 $3,798 $6,495 $6,798
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA $1,668 $3,047 $5,125 $8,995
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA $2,500 $3,400 $5,800 $12,250
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA $2,200 $4,775 $7,800 $18,500

Top Counties Near Mid-City



County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All

Top Zipcodes Near Mid-City

There are a total of 19 zipcodes in or near Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,112. 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 90045, Los Angeles, CA at $3,120 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 $2,025. That's at least $51 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA is $2,850 per month. Or in other words, $46 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $4,477 per month. Which comes out to $47 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
90403, Santa Monica, CA $2,025 $3,200 $5,300 $4,340
90405, Santa Monica, CA $2,295 $2,850 $5,550 $4,995
90025, Los Angeles, CA $1,795 $2,485 $3,945 $3,995
90291, Los Angeles, CA $2,200 $3,050 $5,125 $5,695
90064, Los Angeles, CA $2,075 $2,397 $3,498 $3,950
90292, Marina del Rey, CA $2,400 $3,995 $6,495 $5,300
90024, Los Angeles, CA $2,400 $3,325 $5,448 $5,250
90066, Los Angeles, CA $1,850 $2,150 $3,500 $3,750
90049, Los Angeles, CA $1,668 $2,746 $5,273 $9,750
90034, Los Angeles, CA $1,900 $3,157 $3,900 $3,900

Frequently Asked Questions - Mid-City Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA?
The average monthly rental price for Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA apartments for rent is approximately $4,095. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Mid-City, 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 Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA.
How much is a studio apartment in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $9,509 and an average price per square feet of $52.73. There are a total of 2 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Mid-City.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,495 and an average price per square feet of $50.75. There are a total of 17 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Mid-City.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $4,150 and an average price per square feet of $46.64. There are a total of 31 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Mid-City.
How have rent prices in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.72%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.07%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.11%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.34% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA?
A reasonable rent price in Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA is around $3,276/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.