
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the El Monte City Neighborhood of El Monte, CA from $2,300 (12 Rentals)


Lambert Apartments

3456-3460 La Madera Ave

Santa Anita Apartments

5250 La Madera Ave

Edwards Apartments
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Edwards Apartments

5726 Noel Dr

Leorita and Bess Apartments

Live Oak Plaza

Park Plaza

Park Plaza South
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Monte City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Monte City Studio Apartments | $1,835 | $1,150 | $2,537 |
| El Monte City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,371 | $1,650 | $5,150 |
El Monte City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,664 | $2,300 | $4,695 |
| El Monte City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,262 | $2,600 | $3,500 |
| El Monte City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,400 | $4,400 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Monte City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in El Monte City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in El Monte City is under $2,217.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Monte City?
The cheapest apartment in El Monte City is Park Plaza which is listed at $2,095, while the average apartment in El Monte City costs $4,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in El Monte City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in El Monte City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in El Monte City?
Cheap apartments in El Monte City have an average cost of $682 which is $3,718 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in El Monte City.
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