2 Bedroom Apartments in Santa Monica, CA

Overview of Santa Monica

Located on the beautiful Southern California coastline, Santa Monica boasts some of the best weather in the country and houses a plentiful amount of two bedroom apartments. Because of its proximity to downtown Los Angeles and the rest of Southern California, Santa Monica is a great place to settle down for both single professionals and families alike. From restaurants and rides on the famous Santa Monica Pier to the local boutique shops that are strung along the Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica is the perfect place to rent a two bedroom apartment. With numerous options in all neighborhoods of Los Angeles County, Rent.com makes the process of finding that perfect apartment a piece of cake.

Searching for Two Bedroom Apartments in Santa Monica

Whether you plan on upgrading to a larger apartment with your friend or are expecting a newborn with your spouse, there are plenty of two bedroom apartments available for rent in this beautiful city. The city is divided into 11 different neighborhoods and is best known for its trendy Ocean Park neighborhood, located on the southwest corner of the city near the Santa Monica Pier and the Pacific Coast Highway. Ocean Park is perfect for families looking for a two bedroom apartment within walking distance to the beach yet close enough to a major freeway and local shops.

Midtown is also a great neighborhood for growing families. This area of the city features a mixture of restaurants, shops and cafes all within walking distance of surrounding residential areas. Those who wish to find a more affordable apartment that is still located close to all amenities should focus their search on this part of the city.

While prices can vary greatly depending on neighborhood of choice, two bedroom apartments in this city usually cost between $1,700 and $2,000 per month. For more information about finding the right condo or apartment, read Rent.com's blog post about finding a place that fits your needs.

Typical Layout for Two Bedroom Apartments in Santa Monica

As with many condominiums and townhouses in Los Angeles County, properties in this city feature Spanish colonial revival architecture. A normal two bedroom apartment in Santa Monica will have a separate kitchen connected to a small breakfast nook that has enough room to fit four people around a table. The living room is normally a large open space located between the kitchen, bathroom and a small hallway that leads to two bedrooms. An updated oven and microwave should be included with your apartment. While square footage might vary, most two bedroom apartments in the city will be between 800 and 1,000 square feet.