Living at Santa Monica
1519 6th St,
Santa Monica, CA 90401
$2,511 - $4,688 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 2 Beds
Santa Monica
Santa Monica, CA Area Guide
Beachfront city with iconic amenities in a convenient locale
Coastal
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Luxurious
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Diverse
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Laidback
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Walkable
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Charming
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Great Location
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Santa Monica, California combines coastal living with city convenience along Santa Monica Bay. This walkable 8.4-square-mile community features diverse housing options, from beachfront apartments to established residential neighborhoods. Current rental trends show average apartment rates ranging from $2,420 for studios to $6,413 for four-bedroom units, with modest year-over-year changes between -1.3% and 1.5% depending on unit size.
Santa Monica centers around notable landmarks like the Santa Monica Pier, with its Pacific Park amusement rides and historic carousel, and the open-air Third Street Promenade shopping district. The 26-acre Palisades Park offers ocean views and walking paths along the coastal bluffs. Cultural attractions include Bergamot Station, housing contemporary art galleries in a former trolley station, while the Santa Monica Farmers Market brings local produce to multiple locations throughout the week. The Marvin Braude Bike Trail connects cyclists to 22 miles of coastal paths, and the city maintains over 30 parks and recreation areas. Santa Monica College's main campus adds to the area's educational resources, while the city leads in environmental sustainability through its programs and initiatives.
Explore the City
Downtown Santa Monica is home to the famous State Beach which is enjoyed by all of LA.
The Santa Monica Pier is a popular tourist destination for people across the globe.
Enjoy cliffside views overlooking the ocean from Palisades Park.
Practice skateboarding, long boarding, rollerblading and more along the bike path in Mid-City.
Residents enjoy Santa Monica's diverse nightlife and dining scene.
The Downtown Santa Monica Farmers Market is every Wednesday and Saturday.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Santa Monica, CA is $2,499 for a studio, $2,968 for one bedroom, $3,862 for two bedrooms, and $7,394 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Santa Monica has decreased by -1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,968/month
587 Sq Ft
House
$17,834/month
2,454 Sq Ft
Condo
$5,612/month
1,048 Sq Ft
Townhome
$6,562/month
1,602 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Santa Monica, CA is for everyday living.
Very Walkable
Walkability
80
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
597 Students
Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
Public
Grades K-5
404 Students
Public
Grades K-5
552 Students
Public
Grades K-5
562 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
914 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
806 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,588 Students
Olympic High (Continuation) School
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Santa Monica Pier Aquarium
- Santa Monica State Beach
- Will Rogers State Beach
- Temescal Gateway Park
- Will Rogers State Historic Park
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Los Angeles International
- Bob Hope
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.