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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elkhorn Pajaro?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elkhorn Pajaro Studio Apartments | $1,588 | $1,525 | $1,651 |
Elkhorn Pajaro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,132 | $1,400 | $2,550 |
Elkhorn Pajaro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $2,151 | $3,425 |
Elkhorn Pajaro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,531 | $3,398 | $3,945 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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3068 Redwood Dr | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Cambridge Court | Plan E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,651 |
Laurel Tree | Open Loft | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Pointe at Harden Ranch | Carmel | 3BR,2BA | $2.59 |
Palm Court Apartments | Catalonia w/ Carport | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
Crescent Bay Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Cypress Landing | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Santa Lucia | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.23 |
Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
3068 Redwood Dr | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
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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
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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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