1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA (369 Rentals)

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Aston at Gateway

Regency-Baldwin Apartments

Flamingo Garden Senior

2832 Cogswell Rd, Unit 2832

3815 Baldwin Ave, Unit 2

4146 Rowland Ave

12610 Maryvine St

3231 Utah Ave
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Peck Rd

Garvey Court

2657 Penn Mar Ave

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9759 Rio Hondo Pky

2817-2821 1/2 Mountain View Rd

2720 New Deal Ave

2650-2656 Santa Anita Ave
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2642-2646 Maxson Rd

3130 Vane Ave

12056 Magnolia St

11433 Elliott Ave

11319-11325 Medina Ct

11552 Forest Grove St

11035 Mcgirk Ave

4346-4348 Peck Rd

2742 Mountain View Rd

2347-2357 Valwood Ave
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4019-4023 Rowland Ave

11513 Medina Ct

2648-2650 Potrero Ave

4029-4031 Winston Dr

12101 Killian St

2727-2733 Maxson Rd

2808-2824 Maxson Rd

2825 Dee Ave

12329 Magnolia St

2709-2713 Leafdale Ave
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11550 Forest Grove St

2523-2529 1/2 Bryce Rd.

11102-11104 Lambert Ave

2835-2847 Mountain View Rd

11608 Magnolia St

4 Apartment Units + 1 Commercial

11700 Garvey Ave

11308 Medina Ct

12042 Ferris Rd

3517 Gilman Rd
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El Monte, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Monte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Monte Studio Apartments | $1,907 | $1,175 | $2,461 |
El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,561 | $5,150 |
| El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,459 | $2,200 | $4,695 |
| El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,000 | $2,600 | $3,450 |
| El Monte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,350 | $4,350 | $4,350 |
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Largest Available El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is found at Begonia Place Luxury Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,390 square feet priced from $4,850. Aston at Gateway has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 687 square feet and currently listed start at $2,460. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Begonia Place Luxury Apartments | 1BR/1.5BA | 1,390 Sq Ft | $4,850 |
| Aston at Gateway | B | 687 Sq Ft | $2,460 |
| Atrium | 1 Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $1,696 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 650 Sq Ft | $1,816 |
| Glen Haven | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 625 Sq Ft | $1,812 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,561 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 600 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| Parker CA | 1x1R | 600 Sq Ft | $1,788 |
| Park Plaza | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 486 Sq Ft | $1,825 |
Cheapest Available El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 27, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $1,561 at Flamingo Garden Senior in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable El Monte 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Rosemead Apartments starting at $1,695 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in El Monte is currently $2,199. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,561 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,695 |
| Atrium | 1 Bedroom | $1,696 |
| Parker CA | 1x1R | $1,788 |
| Glen Haven | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | $1,812 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | $1,816 |
| Park Plaza | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $1,825 |
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El Monte Overview
El Monte is mostly a residential area covering 10 plusásquare miles. The city is around 12 miles east of Los Angeles's central business district. With beautiful Southern California weather and its proximity to all the best SoCal beaches, El Monte is a great place to live, especially if you're single. It's also a good place to live for young families because there is so much to explore. Not only that, but rent is more reasonable in this area than in many other Los Angeles suburbs.
Why live in El Monte, CA?
El Monte is close to all the best things that Southern California has to offer. With warm weather and beautiful beaches nearby, plus tons of shopping, excellent restaurants, and reasonable rental prices, El Monte apartments have plenty to offer families and singles alike.
El Monte, CAPopulation: 115,586
Ranked #251
in US Census Population by City
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Monte with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in El Monte is at Flamingo Garden Senior listed at $1,561.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom El Monte Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in El Monte is $2,199.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Monte is a 1,390 square feet unit starting from $4,850 at Begonia Place Luxury Apartments.
What is the average size for El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in El Monte is currently 627 sq ft.
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