
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montara, CA from $1,900 (30 Rentals)
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The Lamplighter Apartments

Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes

Crystal Springs Terrace

Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community

Alta off the Avenue
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2010 Trousdale Dr

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Bay View Terrace

Evergreen Ridge Apartments
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Burlingame Towers

Pacific View Apartments

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Northpark

Bellevue Apartments

Horizons West Apartments

1045 Everglades Dr
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432 Heathcliff Dr

370 Imperial Way

410 Spruce Ave
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14 State St

1055 Grand Ave
Montara, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montara?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Montara Studio Apartments | $2,984 | $2,000 | $4,948 |
Montara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,331 | $2,135 | $6,809 |
Montara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,163 | $2,705 | $10,000+ |
Montara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,155 | $3,600 | $7,769 |
Montara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,250 | $7,500 | $9,000 |
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Cheapest Available Montara Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Montara, CA is a Studio unit found at The Lamplighter Apartments in the Millbrae Meadows neighborhood priced from $2,000. Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community in the Westborough neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,135. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montara apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Lamplighter Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
Alta off the Avenue | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
Crystal Springs Terrace | Plan 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
Bellevue Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Horizons West Apartments | Cypress View | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
Northpark | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2,705 |
Evergreen Ridge Apartments | 850 | 2BR,1BA | $2,725 |
eaves Pacifica | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montara, CA and Nearby
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montara area is the $3.26 price per square foot Single Family House Model at 2801 Hillside Dr in the in the San Mateo Park neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Montara apartment is the 2x2 Model at Clubview Apartment Homes starting at $3,595 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montara apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2801 Hillside Dr | Single Family House | 4BR,3BA | $3.26 |
Clubview Apartment Homes | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
Mavericks Apartments | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $3.54 |
Skyline View | Medium 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.57 |
Evergreen Ridge Apartments | 850 | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
Bellevue Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
The Lamplighter Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Horizons West Apartments | Cypress View | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
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Getting Around Montara, CA
Walk Score®
28 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montara Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montara?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montara is at The Lamplighter Apartments listed at $2,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montara Apartment is $2,135 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montara Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montara is starting from $2,705 at eaves Pacifica.
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