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South El Monte, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South El Monte Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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. Flamingo Garden Senior in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,757. 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
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,757
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,812

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA and Nearby

As of May 02, 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
Atrium2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.39
San Gabriel Villa2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$3.00
Santa Anita ApartmentsK - 2B1B2BR,1BA$2.53
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.79
Aston at GatewayC1BR,1BA$3.89
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.93
Palm Villas ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about South El Monte

What type of rentals are currently available in South El Monte?

There are currently 673 Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $4,200. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South El Monte ranging from $999 to $7,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South El Monte?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South El Monte ranges from $999 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,323.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South El Monte?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South El Monte range from $3,129 to $3,775, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,980 to $5,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,348 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,200.

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