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3117 Hermosa Ave

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4525 Dunsmore Ave, Unit B, Unit B

3830 Orangedale Ave

3228 Montrose Ave
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2010 N Verdugo Rd, Unit 5

3059 Sycamore Ave

6206 Mayfield Ave

3055 Foothill Blvd

4415 Ocean View Blvd, Unit 19

618 N Howard St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Montrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montrose 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,464 | $1,500 | $5,500 |
| Montrose 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,317 | $3,825 | $10,000+ |
| Montrose 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,216 | $3,950 | $10,000+ |
| Montrose 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,242 | $6,800 | $10,000+ |
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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 Twin Oaks in the Crescenta Heights neighborhood priced from $1,899. Montrose in the Crescenta Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montrose apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,899 |
| Montrose | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| 4415 Ocean View Blvd | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| 2121 N Verdugo Rd | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Hillside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath w/ Patio or Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montrose, CA
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montrose area is the $2.40 price per square foot 3125 Montrose Ave Model at 3125 Montrose Ave, Unit 4 in the in the La Crescenta neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Montrose apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 2266 Del Mar starting at $2,295 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the Crescenta Heights 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3125 Montrose Ave, Unit 4 | 3125 Montrose Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 2266 Del Mar | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| mon313 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 2121 N Verdugo Rd | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 1807 Bara Rd, Unit 1807 | 1807 Bara Rd | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 3254 Honolulu Ave, Unit D | 3254 Honolulu Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.47 |
| Montrose, 3104 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 2608 Manhattan Ave, Unit A | 2608 Manhattan Ave | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Twin Oaks | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Montrose | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Montrose?
There are currently 332 Apartments for Rent in Montrose, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,800 to $4,250. There are also 58 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Montrose ranging from $1,495 to $18,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Montrose?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Montrose ranges from $1,495 to $18,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,919.
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