
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salinas, CA (126 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salinas?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Salinas Studio Apartments | $1,824 | $1,704 | $1,933 |
Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,126 | $1,850 | $4,642 |
Salinas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,682 | $2,200 | $3,887 |
Salinas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,161 | $2,852 | $3,650 |
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Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 08, 2025There are currently 142 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Salinas, CA that range in price from $1,400 to $4,642. Elkhorn Pajaro, Outer Salinas and Auto Center 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 |
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Elkhorn Pajaro | 29 | $2,049 | $1,400 |
Outer Salinas | 20 | $2,044 | $1,850 |
Auto Center | 19 | $2,039 | $1,884 |
Harden Ranch | 19 | $2,039 | $1,884 |
North Salinas | 19 | $2,039 | $1,884 |
Northbridge | 14 | $2,036 | $1,884 |
West Salinas | 9 | $2,017 | $1,850 |
Center City Salinas | 6 | $2,090 | $1,850 |
Old Town Salinas | 6 | $2,090 | $1,850 |
Buena Vista | 1 | $2,081 | $1,850 |
Largest Available Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salinas, CA is found at Pointe at Harden Ranch in the North Salinas neighborhood and is 755 square feet priced from $1,994. Cypress Creek in the West Salinas neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 750 square feet and currently listed start at $2,080. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salinas:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Pointe at Harden Ranch | San Simeon | 755 Sq Ft | $1,994 |
Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $2,080 |
Northridge Park | The Soraya | 714 Sq Ft | $2,125 |
Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 672 Sq Ft | $2,039 |
Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | 650 Sq Ft | $1,884 |
Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 648 Sq Ft | $2,200 |
Sheridan Park | 1x1 upper renovated | 630 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
Boronda Manor | One Bedroom A1A/A1B | 571 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
93 North | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 518 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
Cheapest Available Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salinas, CA is the Plan A2 Model starting from $1,884 at Cambridge Court in the West Salinas neighborhood. The second most affordable Salinas 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 93 North starting at $1,895 in the North Salinas neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salinas is currently $2,126. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salinas:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | $1,884 |
93 North | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,895 |
Pointe at Harden Ranch | San Simeon | $1,994 |
Boronda Manor | One Bedroom A1A/A1B | $1,995 |
Sheridan Park | 1x1 upper renovated | $2,000 |
Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | $2,039 |
Cypress Creek | 1x1 | $2,080 |
Northridge Park | The Soraya | $2,125 |
Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,200 |
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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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Getting Around Salinas, CA
Walk Score®
64 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
31 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Salinas Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Salinas Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Salinas is $2,126.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salinas Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salinas is a 755 square feet unit starting from $1,994 at Pointe at Harden Ranch.
What is the average size for Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Salinas is currently 575 sq ft.
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