
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salinas, CA (160 Rentals)


Northpoint Apartments

Northridge Park

Cypress Landing

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Sheridan Park

Pointe at Harden Ranch

Palm Court Apartments

Plaza Apartments

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Cypress Creek

Cambridge Court
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Pointe at Westlake

93 North

Pointe at Northridge

Boronda Manor

Laurel Grove

415 Tyler Pl

800 Ellington Ave, Unit 12

43 Laureles Grade, Unit 2

114 Geil St

155 Archer St
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323 S Main St

1354 N Main St

2362 N Main St

427 W Laurel Dr

601 Riker Street - Salinas

9 Sun St

Glenhaven Apartments

219 Soledad Street - Salinas

1054 E Laurel Dr

1002 N Sanborn Rd
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135 Clay St

335 Soledad St

Western Apartments

515 Williams

521 Santa Maria St

Sanborn Place Apartments

63 Kings St

Garden Court Apartments

Pajaro Apartments

807 Elkington Ave
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15 Palmetto St

157 Central Ave

Multi-Family Income

1070 Fontes Ln

126 N Filice St

149 Central Ave

777 Mae Ave

17 Lunsford Dr

235 Clay St

Pajaro Pines Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salinas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salinas Studio Apartments | $1,973 | $1,899 | $2,070 |
Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,265 | $1,850 | $2,832 |
| Salinas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,744 | $2,150 | $3,458 |
| Salinas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $3,100 | $3,650 |
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Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: May 20, 2026There are currently 219 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Salinas, CA that range in price from $1,900 to $2,832. Outer Salinas, Elkhorn Pajaro and Harden Ranch are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Salinas with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Salinas | 35 | $2,210 | $1,900 |
| Elkhorn Pajaro | 33 | $2,222 | $1,900 |
| Harden Ranch | 31 | $2,220 | $2,021 |
| North Salinas | 31 | $2,220 | $2,021 |
| Auto Center | 30 | $2,222 | $2,021 |
| Northbridge | 25 | $2,205 | $2,021 |
| West Salinas | 14 | $2,174 | $1,900 |
| Center City Salinas | 6 | $2,356 | $1,900 |
| Old Town Salinas | 6 | $2,356 | $1,900 |
| Buena Vista | 4 | $2,148 | $1,900 |
Largest Available Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salinas, CA is found at Palm Court Apartments in the North Salinas neighborhood and is 875 square feet priced from $2,375. Pointe at Harden Ranch has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 777 square feet and currently listed start at $2,205. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salinas:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Court Apartments | Asturia with Carport | 875 Sq Ft | $2,375 |
| Pointe at Harden Ranch | Monterey | 777 Sq Ft | $2,205 |
| Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $2,346 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 743 Sq Ft | $2,457 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 714 Sq Ft | $2,125 |
| Garden Court | Plan A1 | 672 Sq Ft | $1,801 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 672 Sq Ft | $2,021 |
| Laurel Grove | THE LAUREL | 659 Sq Ft | $2,582 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | 650 Sq Ft | $2,105 |
| Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 648 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
Cheapest Available Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 20, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salinas, CA is the Plan A1 Model starting from $1,773 at Garden Court in the Buena Vista neighborhood. The second most affordable Salinas 1 Bedroom is the Del Mar Model at Pointe at Northridge starting at $2,021 in the North Salinas neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salinas is currently $2,265. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salinas:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Court | Plan A1 | $1,773 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | $2,021 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A1 | $2,081 |
| Laurel Tree | 1 Bedroom | $2,093 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | $2,094 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | $2,125 |
| Pointe at Harden Ranch | San Simeon | $2,152 |
| Boronda Manor | One Bedroom A1A/A1B | $2,189 |
| Plaza Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,300 |
| Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,300 |
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Salinas Overview
Located in visually striking Monterey County, California, Salinas is undoubtedly one of the best places to live in the United States as well as the entire world.á Those who rent apartments in Salinas live in a storybook city.á This gorgeous locale was described with the written word in a truly artful manner countless times by the famous fiction writer John Steinbeck.á Salinas has plenty of green spaces, extensive job opportunities and an abundance of activity throughout the year.á All in all, more than 155,000 people live in Salinas, making it Monterey County's most populous city.á Most Salinas apartments position you will be within minutes of top-notch attractions, public parks, recreational centers and so much more.áá
Why live in Salinas, CA?
The city of Salinas is the perfect place to rent an apartment as it is aesthetically beautiful, has just the right blend of farmland and residential spaces and has a true sense of community.á Rent in Salinas and you will find the locals are quite friendly.á More than 100 manufacturing companies are based in Salinas, providing considerable job opportunities in this scenic locale.
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How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salinas Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salinas is $2,265.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salinas Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salinas is a 875 square feet unit starting from $2,375 at Palm Court Apartments.
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