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MontereyCA93940

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Monterey, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Monterey, CA

Pricing Updated: 12/28/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Monterey, CA area range in price from $1,700 to $9,000 with an overall median price of $4,630. The three Monterey neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Old Monterey at $2,000, Casanova Oak Knoll at $1,700, and Del Monte Grove Laguna Grande at $1,700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Monterey Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Old Monterey$3,800$2,0001
Casanova Oak Knoll$3,997$1,70015
Del Monte Grove Laguna Grande$3,997$1,70015
Villa Del Monte$3,997$1,70015
Old Monterey Business District$4,372$1,7508
Old Town$4,399$1,7503
New Monterey$4,899$1,75015
Skyline Forest$4,899$1,75031
Outer Monterey$4,950$1,70067
Monterey Vista$6,999$3,8004

Cheapest Available Monterey Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Monterey, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 832haw in the Outer Monterey neighborhood priced from $1,875. lasalle in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monterey apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
832haw1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,875
lasalle1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,875
696casa1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey, CA

As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monterey area is the $3.75 price per square foot TH Model at Seagrove in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Monterey apartment is the Residence 1 Luxury Model at Seventeen Mile Drive Village Apartment Homes starting at $3,933 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the Outer Monterey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monterey apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SeagroveTH2BR,2.5BA$3.75
Seventeen Mile Drive Village Apartment HomesResidence 1 Luxury2BR,2BA$3.42
RP391C2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.96
Pacific Pines2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1.5BA$3.50
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey131Lr09e2BR,1BA$3.00
305 19th St, Unit Apartment 2305 19th St2BR,1BA$3.47
The Crest at Pacific GroveOcean Breeze2BR,1BA$3.39
456dela1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.52
696casa1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.27
832haw1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.75

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Monterey

What type of rentals are currently available in Monterey?

There are currently 392 Apartments for Rent in Monterey, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $6,070. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monterey ranging from $1,700 to $9,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Monterey?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monterey ranges from $1,700 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,078.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Monterey?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monterey range from $3,450 to $3,546, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,300 to $9,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,000.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!