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263 Monroe St

MontereyCA93940
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Cheapest Available Monterey County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monterey County, CA is a Studio unit found at Bella Linda Apartments in the Outer Monterey neighborhood priced from $1,400. Marina Beach Apartments in the Outer Monterey neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monterey County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bella Linda ApartmentsStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,400
Marina Beach Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,575
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace2 Bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,626
696casa0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,650
93 North1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey County, CA

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monterey County area is the $2.79 price per square foot Galicia w/ Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments in the in the North Salinas neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Monterey County 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 County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palm Court ApartmentsGalicia w/ Garage3BR,2BA$2.79
675 Jefferson Street - Monterey2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.86
Pointe at WestlakeLassen2BR,2BA$2.73
Cypress LandingPlan D2BR,2BA$2.37
93 North2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.91
1370 Byron Drive - Salinas2 Bedrooms / 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$2.42
Woodside Park1x1AR1T21BR,1BA$2.93
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace2 Bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.04
Pointe at Harden RanchSanta Catalina1BR,1BA$2.91
Northridge ParkThe Soraya1BR,1BA$2.98

Frequently Asked Questions about Monterey County

What type of rentals are currently available in Monterey County?

There are currently 1111 Apartments for Rent in Monterey County, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,225 to $10,683. There are also 104 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monterey County ranging from $650 to $9,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monterey County ranges from $650 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,849.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monterey County range from $1,878 to $5,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,095.

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