Santa Monica Rent Prices & Neighborhood Guide
Coastal neighborhood with beautiful beaches, Santa Monica Pier, excellent restaurants, and walkable downtown area near Pacific Ocean.
Los Angeles, CAAvg Rent: $3,575/moWalk Score: 88
Walkability
88
Walk Score
Transit
65
Transit Score
Commute
30-60 min (traffic dependent)
To Downtown
Safety
Excellent
Rating
Santa Monica Rent Prices
Studio
$2,200
per month
1 Bedroom
$2,800
per month
2 Bedrooms
$3,800
per month
3 Bedrooms
$5,500
per month
Rent Trend: Stable premium pricing
Neighborhood Character
Vibe & Demographics
Neighborhood Vibe
Beach town, active, upscale
Demographics
Professionals, families, tech workers
Best For
Beach loversFamiliesActive lifestylesQuality-of-life seekers
Lifestyle & Amenities
Restaurant Scene
Upscale, fresh seafood, farm-to-table
Nightlife
Moderate - beach bars, lounges
Schools
Excellent public schools
Pros & Cons of Living in Santa Monica
Pros
- Beach access
- Walkable downtown
- Great schools
- Clean and safe
Cons
- Expensive
- Tourist crowds
- Traffic
- Marine layer weather
Parks & Recreation
- Palisades Park
- Santa Monica Beach
- Tongva Park
Public Transit
- Expo Line
- Big Blue Bus
- Metro
Popular Streets
- Montana Avenue
- Main Street
- Ocean Avenue
Key Amenities
- Santa Monica Pier
- Third Street Promenade
- Beach access
- Bike paths
Compare with Other Los Angeles Neighborhoods
Venice
2BR Rent:$3,500
Walk Score:85
Bohemian, artistic, eclectic
Silver Lake
2BR Rent:$3,200
Walk Score:72
Hipster, artistic, trendy
Culver City
2BR Rent:$3,400
Walk Score:75
Up-and-coming, artistic, diverse
Pasadena
2BR Rent:$3,000
Walk Score:70
Suburban, historic, family-oriented
West Hollywood
2BR Rent:$3,700
Walk Score:82
Urban, vibrant, progressive
Helpful Resources for Renters
Moving to Santa Monica? These resources can help you prepare, understand your rights, and find financial assistance if needed.