Cheap Homes for Rent in El Monte City Neighborhood of El Monte, CA from $1,800 (6 Rentals)
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11732 Killian St

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El Monte City, El Monte, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in El Monte City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Monte City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,372 | $1,800 | $2,800 |
| El Monte City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,857 | $2,850 | $5,000 |
| El Monte City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,090 | $4,000 | $4,300 |
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There are currently 6 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 $1,552. 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 | $1,552 |
| Park Plaza | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Monte City, CA
As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Monte City area is the $2.35 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave Model at 3627 Penn Mar Avenue in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value El Monte City apartment is the 5018 Rosemead Blvd Model at 5018 Rosemead Blvd, Unit Apt D starting at $2,950 with a $2.95 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3627 Penn Mar Avenue | 3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.35 |
| 5018 Rosemead Blvd, Unit Apt D | 5018 Rosemead Blvd | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.95 |
| 2455 Adelia Ave | 2455 Adelia Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| 521 E Live Oak Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| 3230 Cogswell Rd, Unit #C | 3230 Cogswell Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Atrium | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.78 |
| Glen Haven | 1 Bedroom 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
Frequently Asked Questions about El Monte City
What type of rentals are currently available in El Monte City?
There are currently 794 Apartments for Rent in El Monte City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $5,775. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Monte City ranging from $1,800 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in El Monte City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in El Monte City ranges from $1,800 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,175.
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