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Montrose, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montrose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Montrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,401 | $2,100 | $2,915 |
Cheap Montrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $2,300 | $3,195 |
Cheap Montrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,875 | $3,750 | $3,970 |
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Cheapest Available Montrose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Montrose, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hillside Village Apartments in the Historic Old Town Montrose neighborhood priced from $1,995. del226 in the Crescenta Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montrose apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hillside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
del226 | 2bd + 1ba | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
2841 Montrose Ave | Unit | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montrose, CA
As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montrose area is the $2.50 price per square foot 3148 Abella St Model at 3148 Abella St, Unit 3150 in the in the La Crescenta neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Montrose apartment is the 3125 Montrose Ave Model at 3125 Montrose Ave, Unit 19 starting at $2,300 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the La Crescenta neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montrose apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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3148 Abella St, Unit 3150 | 3148 Abella St | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
3125 Montrose Ave, Unit 19 | 3125 Montrose Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
2750 Piedmont Ave, Unit 29 | 2750 Piedmont Ave | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
3211 Fairesta St, Unit A | 3211 Fairesta St | 3BR,2BA | $3.75 |
Vue at Montrose | 2 Bed, 1½ Bath, 930-961 sf, (6) | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.02 |
2841 Montrose Ave | Unit | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
1658 Del Valle Ave, Unit B | 1658 Del Valle Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.87 |
Summit La Crescenta | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.89 |
3930 Park Pl, Unit 5 | 3930 Park Pl | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
Hillside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
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Montrose Overview
Montrose is a far-flung suburb of Los Angeles, located at the bottom of a canyon between two of the region's most renowned mountain ranges. But while Montrose is tucked away from the craziest and most bustling parts of Los Angeles, that doesn't mean it lacks its own amenities. The apartments in Montrose offer residents have a lot to offer its residents, including rich entertainment districts, beautiful parks, and a long calendar of exciting festivals and city-wide events. Continue reading to learn more about this Southern California community and why it might be time for you to search for Montrose apartments for rent.á
Why live in Montrose, CA?
The number one reason people move to Montrose is because they want to live near Los Angeles, but they don't want to pay Los Angeles prices. Or deal with the big city Los Angeles problems that come with living too close to downtown. Montrose offers residents the ability to live away from urban congestion, in a quieter, more suburban avenue. Residents here get to enjoy the gorgeous mountain vistas while still getting all the benefits of Los Angles and SoCal thanks to their proximity to the city.á
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montrose Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montrose Apartment is $1,995 at Hillside Village Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Montrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montrose is starting from $2,350 at del226.
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