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Palm Villas Apartments
3734 Peck RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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$1,2801 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
12445 Magnolia St, Unit C
12445 Magnolia StEl Monte, CA 91732
11900-11906 Magnolia St
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Parker
4640 Arden WayEl 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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3727 Gibson Rd
3727 Gibson RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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Cedar Crest Apartments
2706 Maxson RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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Flamingo Garden Senior
3711 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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3456-3460 La Madera Ave
3456-3460 La Madera AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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2100 1/2 San Gabriel Blvd
2100 1/2 San Gabriel BlvdRosemead, CA 91770
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Emerald Apartments
1232 S San Gabriel BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Welland Garden Apartments
5610-5620 Welland AveTemple City, CA 91780
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Coral Reef Apartments
5730 N Willard AveSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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9034 Hermosa Dr
9034 Hermosa DrTemple City, CA 91780
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706 S Gladys Ave
706 S Gladys AveSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Edwards Apartments
2500 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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El Monte, CA Local Guide
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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 | $1,889 | $1,175 | $2,800 |
| Cheap El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,196 | $1,280 | $5,150 |
| Cheap El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,472 | $1,800 | $4,950 |
| Cheap El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,473 | $2,600 | $7,600 |
| Cheap El Monte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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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. Flamingo Garden Senior in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable El Monte apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Emerald Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Parker | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Park Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Monte area is the $1.64 price per square foot 11732 Killian St Model at 11732 Killian St, Unit A in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value El Monte apartment is the 2455 Adelia Ave Model at 2455 Adelia Ave starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 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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| 11732 Killian St, Unit A | 11732 Killian St | 2BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| 2455 Adelia Ave | 2455 Adelia Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| 12445 Magnolia St, Unit C | 12445 Magnolia St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Villa Granada | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Walnut | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Atrium | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Glen Haven | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Rosemead Apartments II | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.58 |
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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.
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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 $1,550 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 $2,000 at Parker.
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