
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Monte City Neighborhood of El Monte, CA from $700 (15 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the El Monte City area of El Monte.


Palm Villas Apartments

Singing Wood Senior Housing

100 4111 Tyler Avenue

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El Monte City, El Monte, CA Local Guide

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 | $1,957 | $1,175 | $2,366 |
| El Monte City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,230 | $960 | $5,150 |
| El Monte City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,534 | $1,895 | $4,695 |
| El Monte City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $2,600 | $2,600 |
| El Monte City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,200 | $3,200 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Monte City Neighborhood of El Monte, CA.
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Cheapest Available El Monte City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Monte City area of Los Angeles, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Villas Apartments priced from $1,175. Flamingo Garden Senior has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable El Monte City apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| 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 | $1,495 |
| Parker | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| Park Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Monte City, CA
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Monte City area is the $2.92 price per square foot 2 Bed 2 Bath - 1043 sqft Model at Solare in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value El Monte City apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 521 E Live Oak Ave starting at $2,500 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Monte City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solare | 2 Bed 2 Bath - 1043 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| 521 E Live Oak Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Atrium | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Glen Haven | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 11732 Killian St, Unit C | 11732 Killian St | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Evergreen Pine | Studio-20 | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
| Parker | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.56 |
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 $1,875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in El Monte City?
The cheapest apartment in El Monte City is Flamingo Garden Senior which is listed at $1,495, while the average apartment in El Monte City costs $3,375.
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 15 regular apartments in El Monte City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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