
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA (624 Rentals)


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Aston at Gateway

Atrium

Regency-Baldwin Apartments

3627 Penn Mar Avenue

11900-11906 Magnolia St

3130 Mountain View Rd

3456-3460 La Madera Ave

2805 Meeker Ave.

11126 Bonwood Rd
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10326 Bodger St

11656 Lower Azusa Rd

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11140 Bonwood Rd

Brookhaven

11128 Dodson St

3641 Center Ave

11711 Mulhall St

3130 Santa Anita Ave
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3644 Baldwin

11361-11369 Garvey Ave

3720 Pine Ave

11834 Kerrwood St

12516-12522 Poinsettia Ave

2724 Penn Mar Ave

10808 Elliott Ave

11415 Fairview St

1918 Bryce Rd

11912 McGirk Ave
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2532 Bryce Rd

9917-9923 Rio Hondo Pky

3419 Whistler Ave

3365 Washington Ave

11149-11203 Klingerman St

10910 Ramona Blvd

2546 Potrero Ave

11143 Klingerman St

11139-11147 Kauffman St

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12127 Roseglen St

9855 Lower Azusa Rd

Peck Rd

2657 Penn Mar Ave

Village Apartments

Casa Del Prado

10309 Bodger ST

The Villas De El Monte Apartments

3916-3920 Cogswell Rd

2648-2650 Potrero Ave
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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 | $1,811 | $1,175 | $2,832 |
| El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,600 | $5,150 |
El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,273 | $2,095 | $4,395 |
| El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,954 | $2,600 | $3,454 |
| El Monte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,250 | $4,150 | $4,350 |
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Largest Available El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is found at Solare in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,084 square feet priced from $3,491. Begonia Place Luxury Apartments has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,080 square feet and currently listed start at $3,999. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solare | 2 Bed 2 Bath - 1084 sqft | 1,084 Sq Ft | $3,491 |
| Begonia Place Luxury Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,080 Sq Ft | $3,999 |
| Aston at Gateway | C2 | 1,048 Sq Ft | $3,335 |
| Fashion Lane | 2 bed 1.75 bath | 975 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
| Atrium | 2 Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $2,125 |
| Leorita | 2 bed, 1 bath | 885 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 873 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| San Gabriel Villa | 2BR 1BA | 850 Sq Ft | $2,264 |
| 3627 Penn Mar Avenue | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 813 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
| APT EDWARDS | 2BR/1.0BA | 760 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
Cheapest Available El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of August 25, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is the 2BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,560 at Penn Mar Ave 3850 in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable El Monte 2 Bedroom is the 2 Bedroom Model at Atrium starting at $2,125 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in El Monte is currently $3,273. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Penn Mar Ave 3850 | 2BR/1.0BA | $1,560 |
| Atrium | 2 Bedroom | $2,125 |
| Temple City Blvd - 5708 | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,150 |
| APT EDWARDS | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,195 |
| 3627 Penn Mar Avenue | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | $2,200 |
| Leorita | 2 bed, 1 bath | $2,200 |
| San Gabriel Villa | 2BR 1BA | $2,264 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,300 |
| Fashion Lane | 2 bed 1.75 bath | $2,495 |
| Aston at Gateway | D | $3,115 |
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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 2 Bedroom El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Monte with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in El Monte is at Penn Mar Ave 3850 listed at $1,560.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom El Monte Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in El Monte is $3,273.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Monte is a 1,084 square feet unit starting from $3,491 at Solare.
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