Cheap Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA from $700 (15 Rentals)

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100 4111 Tyler Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

100 4111 Tyler Avenue

4111 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731
Senior Living
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Lambert Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lambert Apartments

11126 Lambert AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3231 Utah Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3231 Utah Ave

3231 Utah AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3822 Baldwin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3822 Baldwin Ave

3822 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3727 Gibson Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

3727 Gibson Rd

3727 Gibson RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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Welland Garden Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Welland Garden Apartments

5610-5620 Welland AveTemple City, CA 91780
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Coral Reef Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Coral Reef Apartments

5730 N Willard AveSan Gabriel, CA 91775
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9034 Hermosa Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

9034 Hermosa Dr

9034 Hermosa DrTemple City, CA 91780
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706 S Gladys Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

706 S Gladys Ave

706 S Gladys AveSan Gabriel, CA 91776
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Edwards Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Edwards Apartments

2500 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm Villas ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,550
Emerald ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,550
Park PlazaStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Monte, CA

As of December 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Monte area is the $2.35 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave Model at Parkview Terrace Apartments in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,550. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkview Terrace Apartments3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave3BR,2BA$2.35
2455 Adelia Ave2455 Adelia Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.50
12445 Magnolia St, Unit C12445 Magnolia St1BR,1BA$1.28
3230 Cogswell Rd, Unit #C3230 Cogswell Rd2BR,1BA$2.81
Walnut2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.86
Atrium1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.92
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.78
Glen Haven1 Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.89
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.83
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,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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Getting Around El Monte, CA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

48 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $2,095 at Park Plaza.

What is the most affordable El Monte Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap El Monte Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkview Terrace Apartments and starts from $2,550.

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