Apartments for Rent in the Downtown El Monte Neighborhood of El Monte, CA (665 Rentals)

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Aston at Gateway
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$2,550 - $3,742
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Aston at Gateway

10568 Gateway PromenadeEl Monte, CA 91731
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property at 2655 Parkway Dr

$3,300

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$3,300
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2655 Parkway Dr

El MonteCA91732

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property at 9511 Gidley St

$3,000

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$3,000
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$3,000

2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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9511 Gidley St

Temple CityCA91780
property at 54 Harmony Dr

$3,950

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$3,950
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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54 Harmony Dr

South El MonteCA91733
property at 5249 Village Circle Dr

$3,550

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$3,550
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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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5249 Village Circle Dr

Temple CityCA91780
property at 5519 Pal Mal Ave

$1,875

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$1,875
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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5519 Pal Mal Ave

Temple CityCA91780
property at 9432 Broadway

$2,750

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$2,750
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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9432 Broadway

Temple CityCA91780

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property at 4902 Temple City Blvd

$3,000

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$3,000
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4902 Temple City Blvd

Temple CityCA91780
property at 10623 Olive St

$2,800

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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10623 Olive St

Temple CityCA91780
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3641 Center Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3641 Center Ave

3641 Center AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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10910 Ramona Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10910 Ramona Blvd

10910 Ramona BlvdEl Monte, CA 91731

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3700 Tyler Ave
Studio Apartments

3700 Tyler Ave

3700 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3704 Tyler Ave
Studio Apartments

3704 Tyler Ave

3704 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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11175 Legion LOOP
1 Bedroom Apartments

11175 Legion LOOP

11175 Legion LOOPEl Monte, CA 91731
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10713 Brockway Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

10713 Brockway Ave

10713 Brockway AveEl Monte, CA 91731

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Walnut Cottages
1 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Cottages

11059 Walnut StEl Monte, CA 91731
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3704 Cypress Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3704 Cypress Ave

3704 Cypress AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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Avila
Studio Apartments

Avila

11330 Valley BlvdEl Monte, CA 91731
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3750 Cypress Ave
Studio Apartments

3750 Cypress Ave

3750 Cypress 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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3204 Tyler Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

3204 Tyler Ave

3204 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is happy to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Downtown El Monte, El Monte, and the greater Los Angeles area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Luxury Living Rating

Downtown El Monte has a reputation as one of our favorite higher-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like shared social spaces, lounges, pools, concierge services, and nice home amenities like granite or quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Luxury neighborhoods also often offer tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, sports like tennis and raquetball, and a full-time security staff or doorman.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs or cats? this part of El Monte ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown El Monte

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown El Monte area of El Monte, CA?

As of today, August 29, 2026, there are currently 665 available Downtown El Monte apartments priced from $1,175 to $5,150, with an average monthly rent of $2,897.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown El Monte?

There are currently 223 Studio Apartments in Downtown El Monte with rent ranges from $1,175 to $2,832 with an average price of $1,899.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown El Monte Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown El Monte ranges from $1,750 to $5,150 with an average monthly rent of $2,354.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown El Monte cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown El Monte range from $2,125 to $4,395. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,539.

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