
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montara, CA from $1,900 (24 Rentals)
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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 | $2,925 | $2,045 | $4,121 |
Montara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,690 | $2,217 | $5,475 |
Montara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,720 | $2,725 | $7,495 |
Montara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,484 | $3,500 | $8,057 |
Montara 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,000 | $9,000 | $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 Gatewood Village in the Pacific Heights neighborhood priced from $2,105. Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes in the Burlingame Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,245. 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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Gatewood Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,105 |
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
2010 Trousdale Dr | Garden Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,270 |
50 Hyde Ct | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montara, CA and Nearby
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montara area is the $3.40 price per square foot B1 Model at Acappella in the in the Westborough neighborhood starting from $3,715. The second greatest value Montara apartment is the 2 bed 1 bath Model at 412 Richmond Dr starting at $2,750 with a $2.84 price per square foot in the Hungtinton Park 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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Acappella | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
412 Richmond Dr | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
El Rancho Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.15 |
Pacific View Apartments | 1X1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
Horizons West Apartments | Coastside Oasis Premier | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
Pacifica Park Apartments | Evergreen | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Clubview Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.55 |
Alta off the Avenue | One Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
50 Hyde Ct | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
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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 Gatewood Village listed at $2,105.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montara Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montara Apartment is $2,245 at Villa Tuscany Apartment Homes.
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 $2,750 at 412 Richmond Dr.
What is the most affordable Montara Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Montara Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at AMICI Apartments and starts from $3,500.
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