Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elkhorn Pajaro Neighborhood of Salinas, CA from $600 (8 Rentals)

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9 Sun St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9 Sun St

9 Sun StSalinas, CA 93901
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Glenhaven Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glenhaven Apartments

415 Williams RdSalinas, CA 93905
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The Reef Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Reef Apartments

333 W Laurel DrSalinas, CA 93906
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Sparrow Terrace
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sparrow Terrace

139-161 Miles LnWatsonville, CA 95076

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Elkhorn Pajaro, Salinas, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elkhorn Pajaro Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elkhorn Pajaro area of Salinas, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3068 Redwood Dr priced from $1,400. Cambridge Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,651. Here are the most affordable Elkhorn Pajaro apartments for rent in Salinas, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3068 Redwood Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Cambridge CourtPlan E1Studio,1BA$1,651
Laurel TreeOpen Loft1BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhorn Pajaro, CA

As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elkhorn Pajaro area is the $2.59 price per square foot Carmel Model at Pointe at Harden Ranch in the in the North Salinas neighborhood starting from $3,398. The second greatest value Elkhorn Pajaro apartment is the Catalonia w/ Carport Model at Palm Court Apartments starting at $2,725 with a $2.62 price per square foot in the North Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elkhorn Pajaro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pointe at Harden RanchCarmel3BR,2BA$2.59
Palm Court ApartmentsCatalonia w/ Carport2BR,2BA$2.62
Crescent Bay Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$3.00
Cypress LandingPlan D2BR,2BA$2.42
Plaza Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.86
Santa Lucia2 Bed 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.23
Cypress Creek1x11BR,1BA$3.11
Northridge ParkThe Soraya1BR,1BA$2.98
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Mar1BR,1BA$2.97
3068 Redwood Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Elkhorn Pajaro, Salinas, CA

Ranked #1

Among neighborhoods in Salinas, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Central Salinas. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Elkhorn Pajaro Neighborhood in Salinas, CA

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

41 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

5 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elkhorn Pajaro Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkhorn Pajaro Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elkhorn Pajaro Apartment is $1,400 at 3068 Redwood Dr.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elkhorn Pajaro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elkhorn Pajaro is starting from $2,151 at Boronda Manor.

What is the most affordable Elkhorn Pajaro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elkhorn Pajaro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Crescent Bay Apartments and starts from $2,995.

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