
Apartments for Rent in the Auto Center Neighborhood of Salinas, CA (76 Rentals)


Northridge Park

Santa Lucia

Cypress Landing

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Sheridan Park

Pointe at Northridge

Pointe at Harden Ranch

Boronda Manor

Plaza Apartments

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Cypress Creek
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93 North

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Cambridge Court

Laurel Grove

2366 N Main St

1841 Cherokee Dr

1791 Cherokee Dr

1549 Valdez Cir

47 Julia Ave

271 W Alvin Dr
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2136 Brutus St

25 Massa St

2176 Brutus St

109 Prado St

9 Perez Cir

Jardines De Boronda

1291 Cherokee Dr

1283 Cherokee Dr

431 Hyland Dr

1275 Cherokee Dr
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Triplex

11 W Curtis St

1155 Parkside St

1142 Parkside St

310 Hayes St

318 Hayes St

1154 Parkside St

1126 Parkside St

311 Hayes St

1117 Baldwin St
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Parkside Manor

1118 Parkside St

1070 Fontes Ln

1058 Lupin Dr

1036 Lupin Dr

1026 Lupin Dr

Casa Boronda

922-926 Lupin Dr

13-19 Gardenia Cir

5 Gardenia Dr
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Auto Center, Salinas, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Auto Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Center Studio Apartments | $1,834 | $1,834 | $1,834 |
| Auto Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,296 | $1,995 | $2,616 |
| Auto Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,884 | $2,295 | $3,350 |
| Auto Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,639 | $3,200 | $3,835 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Auto Center?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,147 | $2,995 | $3,300 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $3,145 | $2,995 | $3,295 |
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Best Local Schools in Auto Center, Salinas, CA
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Frequently Asked Questions about Auto Center
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Auto Center area of Salinas, CA?
As of today, September 10, 2026, there are currently 76 available Auto Center apartments priced from $1,834 to $3,835, with an average monthly rent of $2,532.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Auto Center Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Auto Center ranges from $1,995 to $2,616 with an average monthly rent of $2,296.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Auto Center cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Auto Center range from $2,295 to $3,350. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,884.
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