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48 Enos DrSalinas, CA 93908
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939 Heather CirSalinas, CA 93906
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60 Stephanie DrSalinas, CA 93901
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196-230 E Alvin DrSalinas, CA 93906
249 Geil St
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2290 N Main StSalinas, CA 93906
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Sheridan Park
1450 N 1st StSalinas, CA 93906
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1667 Madrid StSalinas, CA 93906
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436-436 Noice DrSalinas, CA 93906
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552 Rico StSalinas, CA 93907
415 Tyler Pl
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300 Regency CirSalinas, CA 93906
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162-162 Casentini StSalinas, CA 93907
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35 Rosarita DrSalinas, CA 93906
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43 Laureles GradeSalinas, CA 93908
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425 W Laurel DrSalinas, CA 93906
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1040 Riker StSalinas, CA 93901
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589 Leslie DrSalinas, CA 93906
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1598 Mequite DrSalinas, CA 93905
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9 Sun StSalinas, CA 93901
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415 Williams RdSalinas, CA 93905
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333 W Laurel DrSalinas, CA 93906
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Salinas Bay Apartments
920 Larkin StSalinas, CA 93907
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1260 John StSalinas, CA 93905
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619 E Romie LnSalinas, CA 93901
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442 Rico StSalinas, CA 93907
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850 Garner AveSalinas, CA 93905
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16 Natividad Rd
16 Natividad RdSalinas, CA 93906
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300-320 Maple StSalinas, CA 93901
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726 Kilbreth Ave
726 Kilbreth AveSalinas, CA 93905
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1185 Monroe StSalinas, CA 93906
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410-412 Riker StSalinas, CA 93901
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725 E Romie LnSalinas, CA 93901
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948 Lupin Dr #2
948 Lupin DrSalinas, CA 93906
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336 Central Ave
336 Central AveSalinas, CA 93901
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962 Lupin Dr
962 Lupin DrSalinas, CA 93906
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1370 Byron Drive - Salinas
1370 Byron DrSalinas, CA 93901
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University Apartments
921 University AveSalinas, CA 93901
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Salinas, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salinas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Salinas Studio Apartments | $1,828 | $1,762 | $1,898 |
| Cheap Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,191 | $1,366 | $2,749 |
| Cheap Salinas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,750 | $2,291 | $3,162 |
| Cheap Salinas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $3,400 | $3,599 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salinas, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/25/2026Current apartment rentals in the Salinas, CA area range in price from $1,000 to $4,200 with an overall median price of $3,095. The three Salinas neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Salinas at $1,366, Buena Vista at $1,366, and South Salinas at $1,856. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salinas Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Salinas | $1,366 | $1,366 | 1 |
| Buena Vista | $2,893 | $1,366 | 9 |
| South Salinas | $2,893 | $1,856 | 6 |
| West Salinas | $3,097 | $1,366 | 18 |
| Center City Salinas | $3,098 | $1,366 | 10 |
| Old Town Salinas | $3,098 | $1,366 | 10 |
| Auto Center | $3,400 | $1,762 | 55 |
| Elkhorn Pajaro | $3,400 | $1,000 | 66 |
| Greater Salinas | $3,400 | $1,366 | 65 |
| Harden Ranch | $3,400 | $1,762 | 55 |
Cheapest Available Salinas Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Salinas, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Montecito at Williams Ranch in the East Salinas neighborhood priced from $932. Plaza Grande Homes in the West Salinas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,366. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salinas apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Montecito at Williams Ranch | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $932 |
| Plaza Grande Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,366 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,762 |
| Boronda Manor | Studio E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,797 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $1,919 |
| Riker:410 | Riker:410 - 10 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Laurel Tree | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $2,005 |
| 93 North | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,059 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salinas, CA
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salinas area is the $2.79 price per square foot Galicia with Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments in the in the North Salinas neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Salinas apartment is the 2x1BR1T2 Model at Woodside Park starting at $2,991 with a $2.93 price per square foot in the South Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salinas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Palm Court Apartments | Galicia with Garage | 3BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Woodside Park | 2x1BR1T2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Laurel Grove | THE RODEO | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Riker:410 | Riker:410 - 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Plaza Grande Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Montecito at Williams Ranch | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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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
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Salinas, CAPopulation: 156,259
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salinas Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salinas?
The cheapest apartment in Salinas is Montecito at Williams Ranch which is listed at $932, while the average apartment in Salinas costs $3,095.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salinas?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 35 regular apartments in Salinas that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Salinas?
Cheap apartments in Salinas have an average cost of $297 which is $2,798 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Salinas.
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