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Boronda Manor
2073 Santa Rita StSalinas, CA 93906
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Auto Center Neighborhood of Salinas, CA from $1,700 (5 Rentals)
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$1,834 - $2,665Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cambridge Court
939 Heather CirSalinas, CA 93906
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Pointe at Northridge
436-436 Noice DrSalinas, CA 93906
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Santa Lucia
589 Leslie DrSalinas, CA 93906
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Cypress Creek
162-162 Casentini StSalinas, CA 93907
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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 | $1,840 | $1,795 | $1,912 |
| Auto Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,256 | $1,993 | $2,691 |
| Auto Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,724 | $2,338 | $3,217 |
| Auto Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,412 | $3,100 | $3,611 |
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Cheapest Available Auto Center Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Auto Center area of Salinas, CA is a Studio unit found at Boronda Manor priced from $1,795. Pointe at Northridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,994. Here are the most affordable Auto Center apartments for rent in Salinas, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boronda Manor | Studio E1B | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $1,994 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auto Center, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Auto Center area is the $2.72 price per square foot Catalonia with Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments in the in the North Salinas neighborhood starting from $2,825. The second greatest value Auto Center apartment is the 2x2 Model at Cypress Creek starting at $3,090 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the West Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Auto Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Palm Court Apartments | Catalonia with Garage | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| 93 North | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
| North Point Apartments | Northpoint 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.61 |
| Pointe at Harden Ranch | Santa Catalina | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Sheridan Park | 1x1 upper renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auto Center Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Auto Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Auto Center Apartment is $1,993 at Boronda Manor.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Auto Center is starting from $2,338 at Boronda Manor.
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