1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salinas, CA (149 Rentals)

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9 Sun St
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9 Sun St

9 Sun StSalinas, CA 93901
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Glenhaven Apartments
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Glenhaven Apartments

415 Williams RdSalinas, CA 93905
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1054 E Laurel Dr
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1054 E Laurel Dr

1054 E Laurel DrSalinas, CA 93905
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135 Clay St
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135 Clay St

135 Clay StSalinas, CA 93901
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335 Soledad St
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335 Soledad St

335 Soledad StSalinas, CA 93901
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515 Williams
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515 Williams

515-529 Williams RdSalinas, CA 93905

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Pajaro Apartments
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Pajaro Apartments

1031-1035 Pajaro StSalinas, CA 93901
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15 Palmetto St
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15 Palmetto St

15 Palmetto StSalinas, CA 93901
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777 Mae Ave
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777 Mae Ave

777 Mae AveSalinas, CA 93905
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17 Lunsford Dr
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17 Lunsford Dr

17 Lunsford DrSalinas, CA 93906
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235 Clay St
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235 Clay St

235 Clay StSalinas, CA 93901
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227 Cross Ave
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227 Cross Ave

227 Cross AveSalinas, CA 93905
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2 Cassidy St
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2 Cassidy St

2 Cassidy StSalinas, CA 93901

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501 Fremont St
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501 Fremont St

501 Fremont StSalinas, CA 93905
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335 Riker St
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335 Riker St

335 Riker StSalinas, CA 93901
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533 Williams Rd
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533 Williams Rd

533 Williams RdSalinas, CA 93905
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11 Sun St
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11 Sun St

11 Sun StSalinas, CA 93901
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43 Plaza Cir
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43 Plaza Cir

43 Plaza CirSalinas, CA 93901
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316 Williams Rd
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316 Williams Rd

316 Williams RdSalinas, CA 93905
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41 Maple St
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41 Maple St

41 Maple StSalinas, CA 93901
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560 James St
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560 James St

560 James StSalinas, CA 93905
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797 W Acacia St
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797 W Acacia St

797 W Acacia StSalinas, CA 93901

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Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 08, 2025

There are currently 148 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Salinas, CA that range in price from $750 to $2,720. 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:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Elkhorn Pajaro26$2,288$750
Outer Salinas23$2,175$750
Auto Center19$2,271$1,696
Harden Ranch19$2,281$1,696
North Salinas19$2,281$1,696
Northbridge14$2,104$1,696
West Salinas10$1,819$1,696
Old Town Salinas7$2,565$1,700
Center City Salinas6$2,567$1,700
Buena Vista3$1,919$1,700

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. 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 $2,544. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salinas:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Palm Court ApartmentsAsturia with Carport875 Sq Ft$2,375
Cypress Creek1x1750 Sq Ft$2,544
Cypress LandingPlan C743 Sq Ft$2,596
Northridge ParkThe Soraya714 Sq Ft$2,150
1370 Byron Drive - Salinas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom675 Sq Ft$1,900
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Mar672 Sq Ft$1,957
Laurel GroveTHE LAUREL659 Sq Ft$2,420
Sheridan Park1x1 upper renovated630 Sq Ft$2,285
Cambridge CourtPlan A1610 Sq Ft$1,696

Cheapest Available Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salinas, CA is the Plan A1 Model starting from $1,696 at Cambridge Court in the West Salinas neighborhood. The second most affordable Salinas 1 Bedroom is the Trinity Model at Pointe at Westlake starting at $1,848 in the South Salinas neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salinas is currently $2,120. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salinas:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cambridge CourtPlan A1$1,696
Pointe at WestlakeTrinity$1,848
1370 Byron Drive - Salinas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom$1,900
Laurel Tree1 Bedroom$1,926
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Mar$1,957
Sheridan Park1x1 upper renovated$2,285
Northridge ParkThe Soraya$2,325
Palm Court ApartmentsAsturia with Carport$2,375
Laurel GroveTHE LAUREL$2,420
Cypress Creek1x1$2,544

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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

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 $2,120.

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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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.