
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Wilmar Neighborhood of Monterey Park, CA from $1,200 (126 Rentals)
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415 S Orange Ave

422 S Garfield Ave

329 Pomelo Ave

400-408 S Alhambra Ave

419 Pomelo Ave

524 N Lincoln Ave

714 E Newmark Ave

532 N New Ave

439 S New Ave
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415 Pomelo Ave

944 W Mabel Ave

216 S Ramona Ave

203-205 N Ynez Ave

418 Baltimore Ave

Golden Valley Place

Nicholson Villa

513 Orange Ave

219-225 S McPherrin Ave

Fountain Villa
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Nicholson Villa

312 Gladys Ave

408 S Ramona Ave

626-628 N Ynez Ave

614 N Orange Ave

128 N Alhambra Ave

The Briarwood

424 N Orange Ave

112-114 N Nicholson Ave

307-311 S McPherrin Ave
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617 N Rural Dr

210 E Graves Ave

412 Sefton Ave

200 W Hellman Ave

307 N New Ave

511 N Nicholson Ave

408 Pomelo Ave

723 W Emerson Ave

411 S Orange Ave

1112 W Garvey Ave
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534-538 N Alhambra Ave

435 Pomelo Ave

516 E Newmark Ave

117-119 N Sierra Vista St

323-324 Peach St

711 E Newmark Ave

918-946 W Garvey Ave

422 N Alhambra Ave

112 Garcelon Ave

1012 E Newmark Ave
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Wilmar, Monterey Park, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilmar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,908 | $1,800 | $2,000 |
| Wilmar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,824 | $2,300 | $3,600 |
| Wilmar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,860 | $3,300 | $4,000 |
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There are currently 126 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Wilmar Neighborhood of Monterey Park, CA.
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Cheapest Available Wilmar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Wilmar area of Los Angeles, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alhambra Gardens priced from $1,895. 422 S Garfield Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here are the most affordable Wilmar apartments for rent in Los Angeles, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alhambra Gardens | 1BD/1BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| 422 S Garfield Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 415 S Orange Ave | 1 bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Atlantic Times Square | Heritage | 2BR,2BA | $3,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilmar, CA
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilmar area is the $2.50 price per square foot Villa Model at Atlantic Times Square in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Wilmar apartment is the 126 W Emerson Ave Model at 126 W Emerson Ave, Unit 126WestEmersonAve starting at $2,500 with a $2.08 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilmar apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Times Square | Villa | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| 126 W Emerson Ave, Unit 126WestEmersonAve | 126 W Emerson Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| 1823 S 5th St, Unit APT #A | 1823 S 5th St | 2BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 422 S Garfield Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| 415 S Orange Ave | 1 bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWilmar, Monterey Park, CA
Ranked #4
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilmar Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Wilmar?
The cheapest apartment in Wilmar is Alhambra Gardens which is listed at $1,895, while the average apartment in Wilmar costs $4,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Wilmar?
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 2 regular apartments in Wilmar 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 Wilmar?
Cheap apartments in Wilmar have an average cost of $758 which is $3,242 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Wilmar.
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