Gated Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA (21 Rentals)

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South El Monte?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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South El Monte Gated Studio Apartments | $2,161 | $1,175 | $2,445 |
South El Monte Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,645 | $1,949 | $2,874 |
South El Monte Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,644 | $1,900 | $3,657 |
South El Monte Gated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,464 | $3,129 | $3,775 |
South El Monte Gated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gated South El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in South El Monte?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in South El Monte is at Palm Villas Apartments listed at $1,175.
How much is the average rent for a Gated South El Monte Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in South El Monte is $2,017.
What is the largest Gated South El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in South El Monte is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $2,550 at San Gabriel Villa.
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