Living at Santa Monica
Studio - 2 Beds
$2,512 - $4,689
$4,400 /month
652 Kensington Rd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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What This House Offers
Welcome to a beautifully constructed, light-filled unit that perfectly captures the ease of Santa Monica living. With hardwood floors throughout, newer... appliances, thoughtful design details, and no shared walls, this home offers a rare blend of comfort and elevated style. The expansive downstairs bedroom features built-in shelving and organized closets, creating a peaceful and highly functional retreat. An in-unit washer and dryer add everyday convenience, making living here truly effortless.Ideally located just an easy ~18-minute stroll to the beach and moments from the shops and dining along Main Street, as well as Joslyn Park, this home is perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of the neighborhood.Owner covers water, trash, gas, and electricity. Tenant responsible for Wi-Fi.No pets. MLS# 26711639
Unit
- $4,400 / month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 900 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Freezer
- Refrigerator
- Views
- Washer/Dryer
652 Kensington Rd is a single-family home for rent in Santa Monica, CA
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
One-Time Basics
Due at Move-In
- Security Deposit - Refundable$6,600
Property Fee Disclaimer Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.
Home Details
Views
- Views of Trees
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Single Family Detached Home
Interior Spaces
- High Ceiling
- Great Room
- Double Pane Windows
- 900 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Drapes & Rods
Kitchen
- Oven
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom
- 1 Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry in unit
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Lot Details
- No Common Walls
- East Facing Home
- Vinyl Fence
Additional Homes
- Detached Guest House
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $6,600
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Tenant pays for insurance
- Rent includes electricity, gas, trash collection, water
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Destination Address
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Get In Touch
Property Address: 652 Kensington Rd,
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Listed by
Aileen Hoffer Smollins | Coldwell Banker RealtyPhone Number: (310) 980-1936
Copyright 2026 TheMLS/CLAW. All rights reserved. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
Area Scores
Walkability
Moderately walkable70 / 100
Transit
Some public transit50 / 100
Driveability
Moderately drivable70 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Scores provided by 
Travel and Transit
Subway
2 min Drive
Airport
Los Angeles International
14 min Drive
Airport
Bob Hope
32 min Drive
Airport
Long Beach (Daugherty Field)
37 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
John Muir Elementary
Grades K-5
Public
Step By Step
Grades K-5
Private
John Adams Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
Olympic High (Continuation) School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Santa Monica Coll.
Drive: 3 min (1.2 mi)
Santa Monica College, Madison
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Santa Monica Coll., Emeritus
Drive: 4 min (1.7 mi)
Santa Monica Coll., Airport
Drive: 5 min (2.1 mi)
Discover Ocean Park, Santa Monica, CA
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 652 Kensington Rd proximity to Lincoln Center, Edgemar, and Lincoln & Rose Shopping Center. Lincoln Center is 0.5 miles away, and Edgemar is within a 13 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 50, 652 Kensington Rd has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 22.6 miles. Transit options include Downtown Santa Monica and 17 St/ Smc.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 652 Kensington Rd are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 4.9 miles, including Santa Monica Pier Aquarium, Santa Monica State Beach, and Will Rogers State Beach.
Airports
Living in Ocean Park provides easy access to Los Angeles International, located just 15 minutes from 652 Kensington Rd. Another nearby airport is Bob Hope, located 22.6 miles away.
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