
Studio Apartments for Rent in Montara, CA (20 Rentals)


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Surf View

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Pacific Bay Vistas

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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 | $2,910 | $2,195 | $3,883 |
| Montara 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,760 | $2,084 | $5,223 |
| Montara 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,907 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Montara 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,981 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Montara and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Montara, CA is found at Hanover Burlingame in the Mills Estates neighborhood and is 666 square feet priced from $3,605. Pacific Bay Vistas in the Pacific Heights neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 532 square feet and currently listed start at $2,875. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Montara:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanover Burlingame | S3 | 666 Sq Ft | $3,605 |
| Pacific Bay Vistas | Crystal Springs Jr. 1-Bed Premier | 532 Sq Ft | $2,875 |
| OceanAire Apartment Homes | Esplanade | 424 Sq Ft | $2,660 |
Cheapest Available Montara and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of January 27, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Montara, CA is the Esplanade Model starting from $2,660 at OceanAire Apartment Homes in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. The second most affordable Montara Studio is the Crystal Springs Jr. 1-Bed Premier Model at Pacific Bay Vistas starting at $2,875 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Montara is currently $2,910. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Montara:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| OceanAire Apartment Homes | Esplanade | $2,660 |
| Pacific Bay Vistas | Crystal Springs Jr. 1-Bed Premier | $2,875 |
| Hanover Burlingame | S1 | $3,316 |
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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 OceanAire Apartment Homes listed at $2,660.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Montara Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Montara is $2,910.
What is the largest available Studio Montara Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Montara is a 666 square feet unit starting from $3,605 at Hanover Burlingame.
What is the average size for Montara Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Montara is currently 525 sq ft.
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