Cheap Homes for Rent in El Monte City Neighborhood of El Monte, CA from $1,100 (5 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the El Monte City area of El Monte.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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 $1,578. Here are the most affordable El Monte City apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm Villas ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,578
Parker CAStudioRStudio,1BA$1,605

Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Monte City, CA

As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the El Monte City area is the $2.49 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 2419 S Baldwin Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value El Monte City apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Atrium starting at $2,050 with a $2.28 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2419 S Baldwin Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.49
Atrium2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.28
Villa Granada1 Bathroom + 1 Bath with Patio1BR,1BA$2.14
521 E Live Oak Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.00
3627 Penn Mar Avenue1 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave1BR,1BA$2.62
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.94
Glen Haven1 Bedroom 1Bath1BR,1BA$2.90
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.63
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.83
Regency-Baldwin Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.00

Frequently Asked Questions about El Monte City

What type of rentals are currently available in El Monte City?

There are currently 787 Apartments for Rent in El Monte City, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $5,150. There are also 21 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in El Monte City ranging from $1,100 to $4,350.

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 $1,100 to $4,350 with an average monthly rent of $2,363.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

decorative image for The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA article

The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Los Angeles, CA

Written by: Rachel Presser

Los Angeles is a vast and vibrant city where modernity meets more than a century of fascinating history, in addition to being a global bastion for the entertainment industry and the arts.

decorative image for A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles article

A Local Expert's Top Neighborhood Guide for Renters While Attending Major Colleges and Universities in Los Angeles

Written by: Rachel Presser

When most people think of collegiate destination cities, Boston and New York often come to mind in addition to smaller college towns.

decorative image for More Than Just Hollywood: A Local Experts Deep Dive into LA Living article

More Than Just Hollywood: A Local Experts Deep Dive into LA Living

Written by: Rachel Presser

Hi from LA! I’m Rachel, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Los Angeles, CA.

decorative image for The LA Price Check: Separating Cost of Living Myth from Reality article

The LA Price Check: Separating Cost of Living Myth from Reality

Written by: Rachel Presser

Hi from LA! I’m Rachel, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Los Angeles, CA.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

decorative image for Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move article

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

decorative image for Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units  article

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

decorative image for Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent   article

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.