
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA (324 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Monte?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Monte Studio Apartments | $2,284 | $1,175 | $2,600 |
El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,489 | $1,887 | $4,110 |
El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,852 | $1,900 | $6,025 |
El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,729 | $3,129 | $7,600 |
El Monte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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Largest Available El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is found at The ONE in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 790 square feet priced from $3,050. Begonia Place Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 696 square feet and currently listed start at $4,110. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in El Monte:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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The ONE | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 790 sqft | 790 Sq Ft | $3,050 |
Begonia Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath +Loft - 696 sqft | 696 Sq Ft | $4,110 |
Aston at Gateway | B | 687 Sq Ft | $2,443 |
Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 650 Sq Ft | $1,776 |
Glen Haven | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 625 Sq Ft | $1,887 |
Parker | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,757 |
521 E Live Oak Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 594 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 30, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $1,757 at Flamingo Garden Senior in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable El Monte 1 Bedroom is the 1 bed 1 bath Model at Fashion Lane starting at $1,776 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in El Monte is currently $2,489. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in El Monte:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,757 |
Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | $1,776 |
Glen Haven | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | $1,887 |
Parker | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,999 |
521 E Live Oak Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,200 |
Aston at Gateway | B | $2,443 |
The ONE | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 790 sqft | $3,050 |
Begonia Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath +Loft - 696 sqft | $4,110 |
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El Monte Overview
El Monte is mostly a residential area covering 10 plusásquare miles. The city is around 12 miles east of Los Angeles's central business district. With beautiful Southern California weather and its proximity to all the best SoCal beaches, El Monte is a great place to live, especially if you're single. It's also a good place to live for young families because there is so much to explore. Not only that, but rent is more reasonable in this area than in many other Los Angeles suburbs.
Why live in El Monte, CA?
El Monte is close to all the best things that Southern California has to offer. With warm weather and beautiful beaches nearby, plus tons of shopping, excellent restaurants, and reasonable rental prices, El Monte apartments have plenty to offer families and singles alike.
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Getting Around El Monte, CA
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Monte with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in El Monte is at Flamingo Garden Senior listed at $1,757.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom El Monte Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in El Monte is $2,489.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Monte is a 790 square feet unit starting from $3,050 at The ONE.
What is the average size for El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in El Monte is currently 602 sq ft.
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