
Studio Apartments for Rent in Montara, CA (21 Rentals)


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Hanover Burlingame

Pacific Bay Vistas

El Camino Real

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Northpark

The Bower
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Crystal Springs Terrace

The Bluffs At Pacifica

Aperture

Surf View

1375 Adobe Dr

1590 Higgins Way

Villages at Pacifica
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Whitman Manor

1384 Adobe Dr

1376 Adobe Dr

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Gatewood Village

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montara?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montara Studio Apartments | $3,030 | $1,799 | $4,038 |
| Montara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,724 | $2,295 | $7,579 |
| Montara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,675 | $2,795 | $7,152 |
| Montara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,648 | $3,649 | $8,001 |
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Largest Available Montara and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Montara, CA is found at Crystal Springs Terrace in the San Bruno neighborhood and is 522 square feet priced from $2,344. Whitman Manor has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 500 square feet and currently listed start at $2,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Montara:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio B-BMR (Income Limit) | 522 Sq Ft | $2,344 |
| Whitman Manor | Junior 1 bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| El Camino Real | Studio, 1 bath | 435 Sq Ft | $1,799 |
| Villages at Pacifica | Studio | 300 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Cheapest Available Montara and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of August 04, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Montara, CA is the Studio, 1 bath Model starting from $1,799 at El Camino Real in the San Bruno neighborhood. The second most affordable Montara Studio is the Studio Model at Villages at Pacifica starting at $2,200 in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Montara is currently $3,030. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Montara:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| El Camino Real | Studio, 1 bath | $1,799 |
| Villages at Pacifica | Studio | $2,200 |
| Whitman Manor | Junior 1 bedroom | $2,250 |
| Crystal Springs Terrace | Studio B-BMR (Income Limit) | $2,344 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Montara Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Montara with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Montara is at El Camino Real listed at $1,799.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Montara Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Montara is $3,030.
What is the largest available Studio Montara Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Montara is a 522 square feet unit starting from $2,344 at Crystal Springs Terrace.
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