1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Salinas, CA (125 Rentals)

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9 Sun St
1 Bedroom Apartments

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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The Reef Apartments
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The Reef Apartments

333 W Laurel DrSalinas, CA 93906
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Heritage Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Gardens

2340 N Main StSalinas, CA 93906
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726kil
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726kil

726 Kilbreth AveSalinas, CA 93905
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16 Natividad Rd
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16 Natividad Rd

16 Natividad RdSalinas, CA 93906
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Garden Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court

1044 John StSalinas, CA 93905
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Creekbridge Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Creekbridge Apartments

1701 Independence BlvdSalinas, CA 93906
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Laurel Tree
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Laurel Tree

1185 Monroe StSalinas, CA 93906

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Laurel Grove
1 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Grove

425 W Laurel DrSalinas, CA 93906
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656 CENTRAL Ave
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656 CENTRAL Ave

656 CENTRAL AveSalinas, CA 93901
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Thorndike Apartments
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Thorndike Apartments

1357 Garner AveSalinas, CA 93905
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156 Archer St
1 Bedroom Apartments

156 Archer St

156 Archer StSalinas, CA 93901
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Steinbeck Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Steinbeck Commons

10 Lincoln AveSalinas, CA 93901
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Parkside Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside Manor

319 Hayes StSalinas, CA 93906

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The Alameda
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Alameda

500-520 Abbott StSalinas, CA 93901
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325 Kings St
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325 Kings St

325 Kings StSalinas, CA 93905
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11600 Schoch Rd
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11600 Schoch Rd

11600 Schoch RdSalinas, CA 93907
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9 Perez Cir
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9 Perez Cir

9 Perez CirSalinas, CA 93906
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914 Acosta Plz
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914 Acosta Plz

914 Acosta PlzSalinas, CA 93905
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Park Lane Manor
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Park Lane Manor

1139 Los Palos DrSalinas, CA 93901
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63 Hebbron Ave
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63 Hebbron Ave

63 Hebbron AveSalinas, CA 93905
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University Apartments
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University Apartments

921 University AveSalinas, CA 93901
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Vintage Manor
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Vintage Manor

455 California StSalinas, CA 93901
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Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 131 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Salinas, CA that range in price from $1,720 to $5,007. Outer Salinas, Elkhorn Pajaro 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
Outer Salinas21$2,196$1,720
Elkhorn Pajaro20$2,225$1,720
Auto Center18$2,225$1,720
Harden Ranch18$2,225$1,720
North Salinas18$2,225$1,720
Northbridge13$2,167$1,720
West Salinas7$2,099$1,913
Center City Salinas5$2,337$2,322
Old Town Salinas5$2,337$2,322
Buena Vista3$2,061$2,043

Largest Available Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salinas, CA is found at Santa Lucia in the North Salinas neighborhood and is 780 square feet priced from $2,300. Pointe at Harden Ranch has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 755 square feet and currently listed start at $2,229. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Salinas:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Santa Lucia1 Bed 1 Bath780 Sq Ft$2,300
Pointe at Harden RanchSan Simeon755 Sq Ft$2,229
Cypress Creek1x1750 Sq Ft$2,322
Northridge ParkThe Soraya714 Sq Ft$2,125
1370 Byron Drive - Salinas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom675 Sq Ft$1,995
Cambridge CourtPlan A2650 Sq Ft$1,923
Sheridan Park1x1 upper renovated630 Sq Ft$2,628
Pointe at WestlakeTrinity575 Sq Ft$2,043
Boronda ManorOne Bedroom A1A/A1B571 Sq Ft$1,976
Laurel TreeLoft500 Sq Ft$2,011

Cheapest Available Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Salinas, CA is the Plan A2 Model starting from $1,913 at Cambridge Court in the West Salinas neighborhood. The second most affordable Salinas 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom A1A/A1B Model at Boronda Manor starting at $1,976 in the North Salinas neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Salinas is currently $2,257. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Salinas:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cambridge CourtPlan A2$1,913
Boronda ManorOne Bedroom A1A/A1B$1,976
1370 Byron Drive - Salinas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom$1,995
Laurel TreeLoft$2,011
Pointe at WestlakeTrinity$2,043
Northridge ParkThe Soraya$2,125
Pointe at Harden RanchCambria$2,167
Santa Lucia1 Bed 1 Bath$2,300
Palm Court ApartmentsAragon w/ Carport$2,300
Cypress Creek1x1$2,322

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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 $2,257.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Salinas Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Salinas is a 780 square feet unit starting from $2,300 at Santa Lucia.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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