Cheap Homes for Rent in Outer Monterey Neighborhood of Monterey, CA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)

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property at 3066 El Capitan Dr

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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3066 El Capitan Dr

MarinaCA93933
property at 1060 Waring St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1060 Waring St, Unit B

1060 Waring St
SeasideCA93955

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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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Outer Monterey, Monterey, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Monterey Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Monterey area of Monterey, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 832haw priced from $1,875. 233/235 Carmel Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Outer Monterey apartments for rent in Monterey, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
832haw1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,875
233/235 Carmel Ave1 bedroom / 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$2,195
AMI-3050 SUNSET AVE.2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,495
Pacific Grove Senior Living1 Bed 1 Bath - Peninsula1BR,1BA$2,500
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey131L092BR,1BA$2,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Monterey, CA

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Monterey area is the $3.22 price per square foot One Bedroom Model at The Independent in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Outer Monterey apartment is the 131L09 Model at 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey starting at $2,600 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Monterey apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The IndependentOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.22
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey131L092BR,1BA$2.79
255 Larkin St, Unit Apartment 1255 Larkin St2BR,1BA$3.22
AMI-3050 SUNSET AVE.2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.77
Footprints on the BaySeabreeze2BR,1BA$4.04
Monterey Pines ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.82
Pacific Vista2X1 Townhouse Reno2BR,1BA$3.88
The Gates at the Marina Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.95
233/235 Carmel Ave1 bedroom / 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$3.83
832haw1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.75

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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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Outer Monterey, Monterey, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Outer Monterey

What type of rentals are currently available in Outer Monterey?

There are currently 488 Apartments for Rent in Outer Monterey, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $14,995. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Outer Monterey ranging from $1,600 to $9,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Outer Monterey ranges from $1,600 to $9,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,120.

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a 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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.