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Monterey County, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monterey County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey County Studio Apartments | $1,959 | $788 | $3,025 |
| Monterey County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,537 | $1,400 | $5,600 |
| Monterey County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,261 | $1,626 | $8,715 |
| Monterey County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,107 | $1,878 | $8,500 |
| Monterey County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,030 | $2,095 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Monterey County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Monterey County, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3068 Redwood Dr in the Outer Monterey neighborhood priced from $1,400. Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,626. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monterey County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3068 Redwood Dr | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,626 |
| Laurel Tree | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,785 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Abby Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,799 |
| 12649 Oakglen Dr | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey County, CA
As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monterey County area is the $2.90 price per square foot 255 Larkin St Model at 255 Larkin St, Unit No. 3 in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Monterey County apartment is the Plan D Model at Cypress Landing starting at $2,335 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the West Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monterey County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 255 Larkin St, Unit No. 3 | 255 Larkin St | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Pointe at Harden Ranch | San Clemente | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| 12649 Oakglen Dr | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| 1370 Byron Drive - Salinas | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| 3068 Redwood Dr | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monterey County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Monterey County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Monterey County is under $1,949.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Monterey County?
The cheapest apartment in Monterey County is 3068 Redwood Dr which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Monterey County costs $3,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Monterey County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Monterey County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Monterey County?
Cheap apartments in Monterey County have an average cost of $698 which is $3,102 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Monterey County.
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