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South El Monte, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in South El Monte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South El Monte 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,766 | $2,185 | $3,300 |
| South El Monte 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,575 | $2,300 | $4,950 |
| South El Monte 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,585 | $3,348 | $6,300 |
| South El Monte 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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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 $1,717. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South El Monte apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,717 |
| Santa Anita Apartments | W - 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA and Nearby
As of May 14, 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 3 bed 1.75 bath Model at Fashion Lane starting at $2,950 with a $2.74 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkview Terrace Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| Fashion Lane | 3 bed 1.75 bath | 3BR,1.75BA | $2.74 |
| 2455 Adelia Ave | 2455 Adelia Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| San Gabriel Villa | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Santa Anita Apartments | K - 2B1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Atrium | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Aston at Gateway | A | Studio ,1BA | $3.87 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.61 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in South El Monte?
There are currently 671 Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $3,775. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South El Monte ranging from $999 to $7,000.
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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 $4,010.
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