Average Rent in Santa Monica, CA

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Current Versus Historical Santa Monica, CA Rents

Santa Monica rentals average $2,299 for a studio rental to $24,950 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,495, or roughly $56 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have been roughly unchanged over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $318 (15.62%) year-over-year from $2,033 to $2,350. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $124 (-4.11%) year-over-year from $3,011 to $2,888. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $161 (3.39%) year-over-year from $4,739 to $4,900. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $391 (5.91%) year-over-year from $6,608 to $6,999. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $4,975 (24.91%) year-over-year from $19,975 to $24,950. 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 8.55% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.53% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.24% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.59% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 17.19% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$63.22	$2,350	$2,033 (15.62%)	$2,071 (13.48%)
1 BR	$53.75	$2,888	$3,011 (-4.11%)	$2,931 (-1.48%)
2 BR	$52.68	$4,900	$4,739 (3.39%)	$4,373 (12.06%)
3 BR	$53.35	$6,999	$6,608 (5.91%)	$6,722 (4.13%)
4+ BR	$85.23	$24,950	$19,975 (24.91%)	$12,667 (96.97%)

Historical Rents in Santa Monica, CA

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Top Cities Near Santa Monica

There are a total of 4 cities nearby Santa Monica. The average rent in Santa Monica is currently $4,399 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 $3,666, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Santa Monica, CA is Beverly Hills, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $8,248 per month.

Let's compare Santa Monica, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Santa Monica, CA is 7.66% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 6.33% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Santa Monica, CA are about 16.63% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 10.59% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 4 cities near Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Los Angeles, CA	$1,750	$2,300	$3,350	$3,666
Culver City, CA	$2,638	$2,325	$3,500	$4,148
West Hollywood, CA	$2,195	$3,295	$6,240	$4,650
Beverly Hills, CA	$2,050	$3,500	$4,795	$8,248

Top Neighborhoods Near Santa Monica

There are a total of 20 neighborhoods in or near Santa Monica. Some of these neighborhoods include Congress West, Palms, and West Los Angeles. We've included all of these top 20 neighborhoods in or near Santa Monica, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 20 neighborhoods in or near Santa Monica, CA is currently around $4,334 per month. A total of 11 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only nine neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $4,334. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Santa Monica's average rent, which is actually $4,495. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Santa Monica, Congress West has the most affordable average rent at $2,750 per month. Whereas, at $18,995 average rent per month, Bel Air-Beverly Crest is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Santa Monica. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Congress West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,696	$1,650	$2,985	$2,750
Palms, Los Angeles, CA	$2,285	$3,395	$3,495	$3,225
West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA	$1,772	$2,395	$3,695	$3,490
Mar Vista, Los Angeles, CA	$2,695	$2,950	$3,198	$3,495
West Adams, Los Angeles, CA	$1,995	N/A	$2,785	$3,662
South Robertson, Los Angeles, CA	$1,900	$2,473	$3,485	$3,773
Mid City, Los Angeles, CA	N/A	$2,045	$2,795	$3,950
Mid-City West, Los Angeles, CA	$1,695	$2,995	$4,298	$4,088
Westchester-Playa Del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$3,000	$4,300	$4,173
Wilshire-Montana, Santa Monica, CA	$1,895	$2,995	$5,300	$4,250
Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, CA	$2,003	$3,150	$4,787	$4,417
Mid-City, Santa Monica, CA	$2,400	$3,023	$4,498	$4,500
Westwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,398	$3,200	$4,600	$4,525
PICO, Los Angeles, CA	$1,650	$2,200	$4,000	$4,951
Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA	$3,025	$3,000	$6,850	$4,995
Westside, Los Angeles, CA	$2,398	$2,697	$4,108	$5,200
Venice, Los Angeles, CA	$2,400	$3,498	$5,948	$6,498
Brentwood, Los Angeles, CA	$2,748	$3,000	$4,950	$8,575
Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles, CA	$1,800	$3,438	$6,400	$15,550
Bel Air-Beverly Crest, Los Angeles, CA	$2,750	$4,848	$8,875	$18,995

Top Counties Near Santa Monica

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Santa Monica

There are a total of 19 zipcodes in or near Santa Monica, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,463. 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 90045, Los Angeles, CA at $3,199 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 $2,350. 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 Santa Monica, CA is $2,830 per month. Or in other words, $50 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $4,500 per month. Which comes out to $44 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in 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	$1,895	$2,397	$3,795	$3,897
90291, Los Angeles, CA	$2,350	$3,475	$5,000	$5,550
90069, Los Angeles, CA	$2,898	$3,425	$6,900	$6,495
90046, Los Angeles, CA	$1,999	$2,773	$4,585	$4,950
90403, Santa Monica, CA	$1,945	$2,998	$5,150	$4,298
90405, Santa Monica, CA	$2,350	$2,750	$4,873	$4,463
90035, Los Angeles, CA	$2,398	$2,575	$3,500	$3,950
90034, Los Angeles, CA	$2,610	$2,945	$3,200	$3,375
90049, Los Angeles, CA	$2,748	$3,100	$4,970	$9,950
90024, Los Angeles, CA	$2,395	$3,200	$4,925	$4,648

Frequently Asked Questions - Santa Monica Average Rents

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

The average monthly rental price for Santa Monica, CA apartments for rent is approximately $4,495. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do 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 Santa Monica, CA.

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

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,299 and an average price per square feet of $63.22. There are a total of 32 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Santa Monica.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $3,000 and an average price per square feet of $53.75. There are a total of 107 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Santa Monica.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $4,975 and an average price per square feet of $52.68. There are a total of 139 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Santa Monica.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Santa Monica, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.16%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.04%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.03%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.06% year-over-year.

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

A reasonable rent price in Santa Monica, CA is around $3,596/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.