
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Maxson Neighborhood of El Monte, CA from $767 (133 Rentals)
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3627 Penn Mar Avenue

Palm Villas Apartments

3231 Utah Ave

11513 Medina Ct

2826 Cogswell Rd

Magnolia Trailer Park

11116 Klingerman St

11912-11914 Liscomb St

2708 Penn Mar Ave
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3541-3547 Cogswell Rd

3352 Santa Anita Ave

11844 Ferris Rd

2820 Meeker Ave

3915 Penn Mar Ave

11930 Deana St

3534-3540 Cogswell Rd

3221-3227 Utah Ave

11149 Dodson St

12100 Ferris Rd
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12223 Magnolia St

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4135-4143 Tyler Ave

3456-3460 La Madera Ave

Penn Mar

11104 Klingerman St

12025 Elliott Ave

3715 Pine Ave

11426 Dodson St

2627 Tyler Ave
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3908 Cogswell Rd

2835-2847 Mountain View Rd

2727-2733 Maxson Rd

11101-11105 Elliott Ave

10327-10329 Bodger St

12111-12115 Morehouse St

2655-2661 Mountain View Rd

11723 Magnolia St

11724--11730 Lansdale Ave

2710 Musgrove Ave
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11036-11040 Elliott Ave

11553 Forest Grove St

3814-3820 Pine Ave

11224 Klingerman St

11845-11847 Ferris Rd

11406-11412 Dodson St

11120 Elliott Ave

2723 Nevada Ave

3013 Maxson Rd

2621 Meeker Ave
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Maxson, El Monte, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Maxson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxson Studio Apartments | $2,250 | $1,175 | $2,832 |
| Maxson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,541 | $1,785 | $2,961 |
| Maxson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,228 | $2,500 | $3,742 |
| Maxson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,795 | $2,795 | $2,795 |
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There are currently 133 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Maxson Neighborhood of El Monte, CA.
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Cheapest Available Maxson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Maxson 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 $1,561. Here are the most affordable Maxson 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 | $1,561 |
| The Penthouse | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Penn Mar | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Ramona | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| The Islander | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| pin372 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 3627 Penn Mar Avenue | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Aston at Gateway | A | Studio,1BA | $2,219 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Maxson, CA
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Maxson area is the $2.62 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave Model at 3627 Penn Mar Avenue in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Maxson apartment is the 2748 Maxson Rd Model at 2748 Maxson Rd, Unit 2748B starting at $1,785 with a $2.75 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Maxson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3627 Penn Mar Avenue | 1 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| 2748 Maxson Rd, Unit 2748B | 2748 Maxson Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Aston at Gateway | A | Studio ,1BA | $3.98 |
| Ramona | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| The Penthouse | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.60 |
| Penn Mar | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
| The Islander | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.29 |
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.61 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Maxson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Maxson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Maxson is at Palm Villas Apartments listed at $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Maxson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Maxson Apartment is $1,561 at Flamingo Garden Senior.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Maxson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Maxson is starting from $1,895 at pin372.
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