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Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA from $700 (46 Rentals)
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Palm Villas Apartments
3734 Peck RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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$1,605 - $2,150Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parker CA
4640 Arden WayEl Monte, CA 91731
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Flamingo Garden Senior
3711 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
10920 Ramona Blvd, Unit L
10920 Ramona Blvd
El MonteCA91731
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Atrium
3733 Gibson RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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Singing Wood Senior Housing
10124 Valley BlvdEl Monte, CA 91731
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100 4111 Tyler Avenue
4111 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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Baldwin Valley Apartments
10012 Valley BlvdEl Monte, CA 91731
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Lambert Apartments
11126 Lambert AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3231 Utah Ave
3231 Utah AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3822 Baldwin Ave
3822 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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Cedar Crest Apartments
2706 Maxson RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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2 Bedroom Apartments
3727 Gibson Rd
3727 Gibson RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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3456-3460 La Madera Ave
3456-3460 La Madera AveEl Monte, CA 91732
3815 Baldwin Ave
El MonteCA91731
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3627 Penn Mar Avenue
3627 Penn Mar AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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Santa Anita Apartments
2676 Santa Anita AveEl Monte, CA 91733
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1 Bedroom Apartments
2832 Cogswell Rd
2832 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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Fashion Lane
3815 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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Riverstone Apartments
3939 Maxson RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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Emerald Apartments
1232 S San Gabriel BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
2539 Warner St
South El MonteCA91733
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Rosemead Apartments
5107 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
3930 Rosemead Blvd
RosemeadCA91770
122 S Encinitas Ave, Unit A
122 S Encinitas Ave
MonroviaCA91016
2400 Del Mar Ave
RosemeadCA91770
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8130 Constance St
8130 Constance StRosemead, CA 91770
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3250 1/2 Walnut Grove Ave
3250 1/2 Walnut Grove AveRosemead, CA 91770
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3252 Walnut Grove Ave, Unit 3252 Walnut Grove
3252 Walnut Grove AveRosemead, CA 91770
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Welland Garden Apartments
5610-5620 Welland AveTemple City, CA 91780
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1 Bedroom Apartments
9034 Hermosa Dr
9034 Hermosa DrTemple City, CA 91780
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2 Bedroom Apartments
706 S Gladys Ave
706 S Gladys AveSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Edwards Apartments
2500 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
7944 Comstock Ave
WhittierCA90602
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5726 Noel Dr
5726 Noel DrTemple City, CA 91780
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2 Bedroom Apartments
Leorita and Bess Apartments
932 Leorita StBaldwin Park, CA 91706
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Park Plaza
5565-5607 Santa Anita AveTemple City, CA 91780
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Rosemead Apartments
5117-5121 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Live Oak Plaza
425 E Live Oak AveArcadia, CA 91006
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Windsor Apartments
1930 S Del Mar AveSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Glen Haven
5123-5203 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Villa Granada
5425 Santa Anita AveTemple City, CA 91780
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The Sussex House
4815 Persimmon AveTemple City, CA 91780
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Baldwin Arms Apartments
5324 Baldwin AveTemple City, CA 91780
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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 |
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| Cheap El Monte Studio Apartments | $1,926 | $1,175 | $2,436 |
| Cheap El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,156 | $1,608 | $5,150 |
| Cheap El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,322 | $2,150 | $4,958 |
| Cheap El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $2,600 | $3,255 |
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Cheapest Available El Monte Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in El Monte, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Villas Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,175. Emerald Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Monte apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Emerald Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,578 |
| Parker CA | StudioR | Studio,1BA | $1,605 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Glen Haven | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,812 |
| Park Plaza | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Villa Granada | 1 Bathroom + 1 Bath with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| 3627 Penn Mar Avenue | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,914 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Monte area is the $2.96 price per square foot 3BR 1 1/2 BA Model at San Gabriel Villa in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,255. The second greatest value El Monte apartment is the 3+2 Model at elm134 starting at $2,695 with a $2.61 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Monte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| San Gabriel Villa | 3BR 1 1/2 BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.96 |
| elm134 | 3+2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.61 |
| Beautiful 2 bedroom in Arcadia! | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Villa Granada | 1 Bathroom + 1 Bath with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 8130 Constance St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Coral Reef Apartments | 2 bd 1 ba | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| 3627 Penn Mar Avenue | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.68 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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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
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Monte?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Monte is at Palm Villas Apartments listed at $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Monte Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Monte Apartment is $1,608 at Flamingo Garden Senior.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Monte is starting from $2,050 at Atrium.
What is the most affordable El Monte Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap El Monte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rosemead Apartments and starts from $2,600.
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