Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Monterey Business District Monterey, CA from $1,600 (18 Rentals)

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Presidio Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Presidio Apartments

1100 McClellan AveMonterey, CA 93940
  • Utilities Included

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Sloat Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sloat Apartments

650 Sloat AveMonterey, CA 93940
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Bldg A
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bldg A

230 Lighthouse AveMonterey, CA 93940
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501-555 Ocean Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

501-555 Ocean Ave

501-555 Ocean AveMonterey, CA 93940
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422 Alvarado St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

422 Alvarado St

422 Alvarado StMonterey, CA 93940
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237 LIGHTHOUSE
1 Bedroom Apartments

237 LIGHTHOUSE

237 LIGHTHOUSEMonterey, CA 93940

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Mar Vista Drive
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mar Vista Drive

66-98 Mar Vista DrMonterey, CA 93940
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property at 500 Glenwood Cir

$2,500 - $3,500

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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500 Glenwood Cir

MontereyCA93940

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Old Monterey Business District, Monterey, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Monterey Business District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Monterey Business District area of Monterey, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey priced from $2,600. Pacific Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,215. Here are the most affordable Old Monterey Business District apartments for rent in Monterey, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey131L092BR,1BA$2,600
Pacific Vista2X1 Townhouse Reno2BR,1BA$3,215
Monterey Pines ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3,300
Footprints on the BaySeabreeze2BR,1BA$3,550
Coastal Senior Residences at The Park LaneThe Seabreeze - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$5,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Monterey Business District, CA

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Monterey Business District area is the $2.79 price per square foot 131L09 Model at 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Old Monterey Business District apartment is the Seabreeze Model at Footprints on the Bay starting at $3,550 with a $4.04 price per square foot in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Monterey Business District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey131L092BR,1BA$2.79
Footprints on the BaySeabreeze2BR,1BA$4.04
Monterey Pines ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.82
Pacific Vista2X1 Townhouse Reno2BR,1BA$3.78
Coastal Senior Residences at The Park LaneThe Seabreeze - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$7.01

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Monterey Business District Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Monterey Business District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Monterey Business District Apartment is $5,395 at Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Monterey Business District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Monterey Business District is starting from $2,600 at 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.