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$1,762 - $2,762Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cambridge Court
939 Heather CirSalinas, CA 93906
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Auto Center Neighborhood of Salinas, CA from $1,700 (5 Rentals)
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$1,797 - $2,408Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Boronda Manor
2073 Santa Rita StSalinas, CA 93906
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$1,950 - $2,7501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Northpoint Apartments
196-230 E Alvin DrSalinas, CA 93906
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$2,059 - $2,7501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
93 North
93 Castro StSalinas, CA 93906
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$2,086 - $3,5991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Pointe at Harden Ranch
2290 N Main StSalinas, CA 93906
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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 | $1,770 | $1,762 | $1,797 |
| Auto Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $1,827 | $2,689 |
| Auto Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,746 | $2,291 | $3,162 |
| Auto Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,466 | $3,400 | $3,599 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Auto Center Neighborhood of Salinas, CA.
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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 Cambridge Court priced from $1,762. Boronda Manor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,797. Here are the most affordable Auto Center apartments for rent in Salinas, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Court | Plan E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,762 |
| Boronda Manor | Studio E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,797 |
| Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Auto Center, CA
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Auto Center 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 Auto Center apartment is the 2x2 Model at Cypress Creek starting at $3,097 with a $3.10 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Court Apartments | Galicia with Garage | 3BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Laurel Grove | THE RODEO | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Santa Lucia | Upgraded 2 BR, 1.5 BA - Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 93 North | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.25 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Pointe at Harden Ranch | Cambria | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Auto Center Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Auto Center?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Auto Center is under $2,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Auto Center?
The cheapest apartment in Auto Center is Cambridge Court which is listed at $1,827, while the average apartment in Auto Center costs $3,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Auto Center?
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 5 regular apartments in Auto Center 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 Auto Center?
Cheap apartments in Auto Center have an average cost of $290 which is $3,110 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Auto Center.
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