
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA (263 Rentals)


3900 Maxson Rd

12610 Maryvine St

12127 Roseglen St

Echo

2657 Penn Mar Ave

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Majestic Villas

12122 Ferris Rd

2540 Durfee Ave
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9773 Rio Hondo Pky

4007 Eunice Ave

11415 Fairview St

12516-12522 Poinsettia Ave

2724 Penn Mar Ave

11149-11203 Klingerman St

3419 Whistler Ave

11139-11147 Kauffman St

10177 Bodger St

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11056 E McGirk Ave

3511 Gibson Rd

11839-11845 Roseglen St

3009 Allgeyer Ave

3148-3152 1/2 Havenpark Ave

12328-12336 E Dahlia Ave

11040-11042 Dodson St

11404 Elliott Ave

Solstice 70

5211-5217 Hammill Rd
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2715-2721 Cogswell Rd

2535 Bryce Rd

3910 Maxson Rd

9556 Cortada St

2820 Meeker Ave

11909 Ranchito St

11643 Sitka St

3621 La Madera Ave

4018 Penn Mar Ave

4328 Cedar Ave
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5321 Buffington Rd

2718-2724 1/2 Musgrove Ave

2821 Dee Ave

12331-12333 Elliott Ave

Fourplex + Sfr

12238 Fineview St

11426 McGirk Ave

3535 Durfee Ave

9468 Cortada St

11507-11511 Medina Ct
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Monte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Monte Studio Apartments | $2,082 | $1,175 | $2,794 |
| El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,582 | $5,150 |
| El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,399 | $2,095 | $4,395 |
El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,649 | $2,500 | $2,803 |
| El Monte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,400 | $4,700 |
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Largest Available El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is found at Park Plaza in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood and is 1,159 square feet priced from $2,500. Rosemead Apartments has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,127 square feet and currently listed start at $2,600. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1,159 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 1,127 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| San Gabriel Villa | 3BR 1 1/2 BA | 1,100 Sq Ft | $2,803 |
Cheapest Available El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 05, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in El Monte, CA is the 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Model starting from $2,500 at Park Plaza in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. The second most affordable El Monte 3 Bedroom is the 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Rosemead Apartments starting at $2,600 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in El Monte is currently $2,649. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in El Monte:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Park Plaza | 3 Bedroom 1 Bath | $2,500 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 baths | $2,600 |
| San Gabriel Villa | 3BR 1 1/2 BA | $2,803 |
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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 3 Bedroom El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in El Monte with 3 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in El Monte is at Park Plaza listed at $2,500.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom El Monte Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in El Monte is $2,649.
What is the largest available 3 Bedroom El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in El Monte is a 1,159 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at Park Plaza.
What is the average size for El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in El Monte is currently 1,809 sq ft.
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