
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Monterey County, CA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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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 | $2,071 | $1,650 | $2,640 |
| Monterey County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,423 | $1,450 | $5,695 |
| Monterey County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,105 | $1,995 | $9,096 |
| Monterey County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,331 | $2,850 | $10,000+ |
| Monterey County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,850 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
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Cheapest Available Monterey County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Monterey County, CA is a Studio unit found at Laurel Tree in the North Salinas neighborhood priced from $1,740. Vanderhurst has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monterey County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Tree | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,740 |
| Vanderhurst | 1BR 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Garden Court | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,753 |
| Boronda Manor | Studio E1B | Studio,1BA | $1,854 |
| 832haw | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey County, CA
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monterey County area is the $2.95 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Cypress Creek in the in the West Salinas neighborhood starting from $2,952. The second greatest value Monterey County apartment is the 255 Larkin St Model at 255 Larkin St, Unit Apartment 1 starting at $2,995 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Villa Del Monte 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 255 Larkin St, Unit Apartment 1 | 255 Larkin St | 2BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| The Independent | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey | 131L09 | 2BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| AMI-3050 SUNSET AVE. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| 93 North | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Vanderhurst | 1BR 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Garden Court | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monterey County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Monterey County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Monterey County is at Laurel Tree listed at $1,740.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monterey County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monterey County Apartment is $1,750 at Vanderhurst.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monterey County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monterey County is starting from $2,350 at 93 North.
What is the most affordable Monterey County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Monterey County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Plaza Apartments and starts from $3,100.
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