Cheap Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA from $700 (207 Rentals)

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11110 Dodson St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11110 Dodson St

11110 Dodson StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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Edwards Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Edwards Apartments

2500 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10825 Klingerman St
2 Bedroom Apartments

10825 Klingerman St

10825 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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9300-9308 Rush St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

9300-9308 Rush St

9300-9308 Rush StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2550 Tamora Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2550 Tamora Ave

2550 Tamora AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2151-2157 Tyler Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2151-2157 Tyler Ave

2151-2157 Tyler AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10806 A,B Elliott Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10806 A,B Elliott Ave

10806 A,B Elliott AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733

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Edwards Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Edwards Apartments

2528 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10716 Klingerman St
2 Bedroom Apartments

10716 Klingerman St

10716 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10917 Klingerman St
2 Bedroom Apartments

10917 Klingerman St

10917 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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Mabel Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mabel Manor

9205-9215 Mabel AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2148 Tyler Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2148 Tyler Ave

2148 Tyler AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10909 Klingerman St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10909 Klingerman St

10909 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2504 Tamora Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2504 Tamora Ave

2504 Tamora AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2532-2542 Edwards Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2532-2542 Edwards Ave

2532-2542 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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100 4111 Tyler Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

100 4111 Tyler Avenue

4111 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3231 Utah Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3231 Utah Ave

3231 Utah AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3822 Baldwin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3822 Baldwin Ave

3822 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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Flamingo Garden Senior
1 Bedroom Apartments

Flamingo Garden Senior

3711 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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2832 Cogswell Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2832 Cogswell Rd

2832 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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Earle Place
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Earle Place

8449 Garvey AveRosemead, CA 91770
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7952 Emerson Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7952 Emerson Pl

7952 Emerson PlRosemead, CA 91770
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11149 Dodson St
1 Bedroom Apartments

11149 Dodson St

11149 Dodson StEl Monte, CA 91733
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11844 Ferris Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11844 Ferris Rd

11844 Ferris RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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12223 Magnolia St
2 Bedroom Apartments

12223 Magnolia St

12223 Magnolia StEl Monte, CA 91732
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9215 Glendon Way
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

9215 Glendon Way

9215 Glendon WayRosemead, CA 91770
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11136 Mcgirk Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

11136 Mcgirk Ave

11136 Mcgirk AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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12100 Ferris Rd
3 Bedroom Apartments

12100 Ferris Rd

12100 Ferris RdEl Monte, CA 91732

South El Monte, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available South El Monte Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in South El Monte, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Villas Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,175. Fashion Lane in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,722. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South El Monte apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm Villas ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,722
Santa Anita ApartmentsW - 2B1B2BR,1BA$1,900
Aston at GatewayAStudio,1BA$2,264
Parkview Terrace Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave3BR,2BA$2,500
San Gabriel Villa2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$2,665

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA

As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South El Monte area is the $2.30 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave Model at Parkview Terrace Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value South El Monte apartment is the 2455 Adelia Ave Model at 2455 Adelia Ave starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South El Monte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkview Terrace Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave3BR,2BA$2.30
2455 Adelia Ave2455 Adelia Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.50
San Gabriel Villa2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$3.14
Santa Anita ApartmentsK - 2B1B2BR,1BA$2.53
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.65
Aston at GatewayAStudio ,1BA$4.06
Palm Villas ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.61

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South El Monte Overview

Located in the San Gabriel Valley to the west of Los Angeles, El Monte offers beautiful weather, diverse communities, and a wealth of entertainment and recreation. As the San Gabriel Valley grows increasingly crowded, many are drawn to apartments in El Monte because of the city's rich history and excellent location.

Why live in South El Monte, CA?

El Monte is a vibrant community that's within commuting distance from Los Angeles, yet it offers a much more relaxed, suburban environment. The city is much more diverse than many of its neighbors, with sizeable Hispanic and Asian populations, and it is very family-friendly: more than half of households have children. The city also has a very rich history of entertainment, and is still home to a very active community of artists, musicians, and other creative people.

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Getting Around South El Monte, CA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

5 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South El Monte Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South El Monte?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South El Monte is at Palm Villas Apartments listed at $1,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South El Monte Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South El Monte Apartment is $1,722 at Fashion Lane.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South El Monte Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South El Monte is starting from $1,900 at Santa Anita Apartments.

What is the most affordable South El Monte Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South El Monte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkview Terrace Apartments and starts from $2,500.

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