Cheap Homes for Rent in Monterey, CA from $1,500 (11 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Monterey.

property at 2952 Club Rd

2952 Club Rd

Pebble BeachCA93953
property at 263 Monroe St

263 Monroe St

MontereyCA93940

Monterey, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Monterey, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Monterey, CA area range in price from $1,450 to $10,300 with an overall median price of $4,270. The three Monterey neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Monterey at $2,795, Monterey Vista at $1,850, and Old Town at $2,795. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Monterey Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Monterey$3,537$2,7954
Monterey Vista$3,800$1,85012
Old Town$3,800$2,7957
Skyline Forest$3,950$1,75026
New Monterey$4,110$1,75025
Old Monterey Business District$4,680$1,75078
Outer Monterey$4,680$1,450115
Villa Del Monte$4,680$1,69574
Casanova Oak Knoll$4,732$1,69569
Del Monte Grove Laguna Grande$4,732$1,69569

Cheapest Available Monterey Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monterey, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 832haw in the Outer Monterey neighborhood priced from $1,875. Pacific Grove - Senior Apartments in the Monterey Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monterey apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
832haw1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,875
Pacific Grove - Senior ApartmentsLakeparkStudio,1BA$2,100
Ocean View at Pacific Grove ApartmentsStudio - 430sqftStudio,1BA$2,125
456dela1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,225
The Crest at Pacific GroveTranquility1BR,1BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey, CA

As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monterey area is the $3.78 price per square foot Residence 1 Luxury Model at Seventeen Mile Drive Village Apartment Homes in the in the Monterey Vista neighborhood starting from $4,350. The second greatest value Monterey apartment is the 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath Model at 675 Jefferson Street - Monterey starting at $2,925 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Monterey Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monterey apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Seventeen Mile Drive Village Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.78
675 Jefferson Street - Monterey2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.86
302 Ocean Ave, Unit 2302 Ocean Ave2BR,1BA$2.50
Surfside ApartmentsPlan B2BR,1.5BA$3.11
Monterey Pines ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.82
Pacific Pines2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$4.19
The Independent2051BR,1BA$4.22
The Crest at Pacific GroveTranquility1BR,1BA$3.69
456dela1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.47
832haw1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.75

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Frequently Asked Questions about Monterey

What type of rentals are currently available in Monterey?

There are currently 399 Apartments for Rent in Monterey, CA with pricing that ranges from $788 to $10,284. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monterey ranging from $1,580 to $9,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Monterey?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monterey ranges from $1,580 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,232.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Monterey?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monterey range from $3,425 to $5,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,700 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,495.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

decorative image for Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting article

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

decorative image for How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit  article

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.