Student Housing in Santa Monica
Santa Monica is a beachfront city in the state of California, U.S. It is located west of Los Angeles County on Santa Monica Bay. It has a rich history dating back to The Tongva people. Casita offers you affordable student accommodation in Santa Monica. Our accommodation options at Casita have state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of amenities and services. Also, they are very well located across the city and within the heart of Santa Monica.
Why Book Student Accommodation in Santa Monica
Santa Monica has experienced a major boom since the 1980s. It is one of the most popular destinations for tourists and residents alike. It is also a great choice for international students because it combines ultimate fun with high-quality education, making it a fantastic student experience. Casita offers you luxurious student accommodation in Santa Monica near all the important locations in the city; universities, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
Universities in Santa Monica
Casita offers Santa Monica student accommodation within a short distance to the following universities:
University of Santa Monica
One student accommodation option in Santa Monica is within a 14-minute car drive from the university.
Downtown Santa Monica light rail station is a nine-minute car drive from the university. 20th SB and California NS bus station is a five-minute walk from the university and Wilshire WB and 20th NS bus station is a two-minute walk.
Nearby places of interest: Greetings From Santa Monica, Statue "Santa Monica", and Route 66 End of the Trail.
Santa Monica College
One student accommodation option in Santa Monica is within a ten-minute car drive from the university.
17th St / SMC light rail station is a 14-minute walking car drive from the university. Pico EB and 16th FS bus station is a one-minute walk from the university and Pico EB and 17th NS bus station is a two-minute walk.
Nearby places of interest: Clover Park, Joslyn Park, and The Japanese Garden.
Student Life
Is Santa Monica a nice place to live?
Santa Monica is a great place to live in. It’s a relaxed beach city with bustle and liveliness to it. It’s a fun place to be and enjoy a laid-back lifestyle. Santa Monica is in the heart of life, being close to many neighbourhoods of Los Angeles city. It has many outdoor activities and entertainment spots. Also, the environment in the city is friendly and welcoming, so you won’t feel like a stranger at all.
Is Santa Monica a safe city?
Statistically speaking, Santa Monica is a safe city and is one of the safest areas in the county of Los Angeles. It has a crime rate that is way lower than the average of the state of California. However, it is recommended you stay away from certain areas of Lincoln Boulevard.
Must-Visit Places in Santa Monica
Santa Monica is an exciting place with many interesting locations. These places include Santa Monica State Beach, 26-Mile Bike Path, Third Street Promenade, Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Bay, Palisades Park, Santa Monica Mountains, Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica Farmers Market, Santa Monica Yacht Harbor Sign, Annenberg Community Beach House, Montana Avenue, South Bay Bicycle Trail, Museum of Flying, Heal the Bay Aquarium, and Santa Monica History Museum.
Transportation in Santa Monica
Santa Monica is a great city where you can move around using a bike or a scooter. The city has the Marvin Braude Bike Trail that runs along the shoreline of Santa Monica and allows you to navigate the city easily and freely. As for scooters, they are provided by companies like Bird, Lime, Lyft, and Jump Bikes. You can also use the bus service to get around the city. The Big Blue Bus is the bus service provided by the city which has 14 local routes. It costs $1 for a single ride. Bus services are also provided by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority; they’re called Metro bus lines and they complement the bus services of the Big Blue Bus. You may also use light rail stations to get to destinations like 26th Street/Bergamot, 17th Street/Santa Monica College, and Downtown Santa Monica. Santa Monica is easily accessible via Santa Monica Airport.
Other Student Accommodations in the USA
Besides offering luxurious and affordable student accommodation in Santa Monica, Casita also offers student accommodation options in the nearby cities which include:
West Hollywood, Los Angeles, Riverside, and San Diego.
