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property at 263 Monroe St

263 Monroe St

MontereyCA93940

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property at 217 8th St

217 8th St

GonzalesCA93926

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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. Marina Beach Apartments in the Outer Monterey neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Monterey County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3068 Redwood Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Marina Beach Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,575
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace2 Bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,626
93 North1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,720
Pointe at WestlakeElvyStudio,1BA$1,724
Laurel TreeStudioStudio,1BA$1,775
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Mar1BR,1BA$1,869
832haw1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,875
Cambridge CourtPlan A21BR,1BA$1,899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monterey County, CA

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Monterey County area is the $2.72 price per square foot Catalonia w/ Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments in the in the North Salinas neighborhood starting from $2,825. The second greatest value Monterey County apartment is the 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath Model at 675 Jefferson Street - Monterey starting at $2,925 with a $2.86 price per square foot in the Monterey Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monterey County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palm Court ApartmentsCatalonia w/ Garage2BR,2BA$2.72
675 Jefferson Street - Monterey2 Bed / 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.86
Cypress LandingPlan B2BR,2BA$2.90
Plaza Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.86
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace2 Bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.04
Cambridge CourtPlan B12BR,1BA$2.93
Pointe at Harden RanchSan Simeon1BR,1BA$2.68
Cypress Creek1x11BR,1BA$2.72
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Mar1BR,1BA$2.78
3068 Redwood Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62

Frequently Asked Questions about Monterey County

What type of rentals are currently available in Monterey County?

There are currently 1112 Apartments for Rent in Monterey County, CA with pricing that ranges from $788 to $5,600. There are also 109 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Monterey County ranging from $2,095 to $9,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Monterey County ranges from $2,095 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,976.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Monterey County range from $1,878 to $5,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,695 to $9,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,095.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.