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


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Aston at Gateway

Regency-Baldwin Apartments

Atrium

10920 Ramona Blvd, Unit L

11229 Brockway St

3456-3460 La Madera Ave

2810 Musgrove Ave

4542 Huddart Ave

4111 & 4113 Shirley Ave
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4018 Penn Mar Ave

Maxson Apartments

12157-12161 Magnolia St

2644 Penn Mar Ave

12319-12327 Magnolia St

11339 Schmidt Rd

2644 Santa Anita Ave

11909 Ranchito St

2725-2729 Potrero Ave

10322 Bodger St
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11643 Sitka St

11673-11679 Sitka St

11111 Bonwood Rd

12110-12116 1/2 Wanda St.

12378-12380 Clinton St

4328 Cedar Ave

5321 Buffington Rd

10425 E Bodger St

11233 Lower Azusa Rd

11130 Elliott Ave
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3138 Mayfair Ave

2821 Dee Ave

3535 Durfee Ave

10713 Brockway Ave

2710 Musgrove Ave

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2722 Maxson Rd

12100 Lower Azusa Rd

11035 Bryant Rd

11631 Magnolia St
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3814-3820 Pine Ave

3511 Gibson Rd

11839-11845 Roseglen St

2442 Tamora Ave

11323-11327 Schmidt Rd

11056 E McGirk Ave

11101-11105 Elliott Ave

Tyler Arms Apartments

11930 Deana St

3211 Adelia 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 | $1,907 | $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 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is found at Begonia Place Luxury Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,157 square feet priced from $4,350. Aston at Gateway has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,119 square feet and currently listed start at $3,302. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Begonia Place Luxury Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,157 Sq Ft | $4,350 |
| Aston at Gateway | F | 1,119 Sq Ft | $3,302 |
| Solare | 2 Bed 2 Bath - 1084 sqft | 1,084 Sq Ft | $3,222 |
| Beautiful 2 bedroom in Arcadia! | 2BR/1.0BA | 945 Sq Ft | $2,350 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 873 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| Park Plaza | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 850 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| 521 E Live Oak Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 834 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| Coral Reef Apartments | 2 bd 1 ba | 780 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| Walnut | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 735 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Emerald Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 650 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 27, 2026 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $2,095 at Park Plaza in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable El Monte 2 Bedroom is the 2 bedroom 1 bath Model at Walnut starting at $2,100 . The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in El Monte is currently $3,459. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,095 |
| Walnut | 2 bedroom 1 bath | $2,100 |
| Emerald Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | $2,200 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | $2,300 |
| Coral Reef Apartments | 2 bd 1 ba | $2,300 |
| Beautiful 2 bedroom in Arcadia! | 2BR/1.0BA | $2,350 |
| 521 E Live Oak Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | $2,500 |
| Aston at Gateway | C1 | $3,002 |
| Solare | 2 Bed 2 Bath - 1043 sqft | $3,129 |
| Begonia Place Luxury Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | $3,450 |
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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 Park Plaza listed at $2,095.
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 $3,459.
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 1,157 square feet unit starting from $4,350 at Begonia Place Luxury Apartments.
What is the average size for El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in El Monte is currently 1,024 sq ft.
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