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

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9 Sun St
Studio 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 2 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 Montecito at Williams Ranch priced from $903. Cambridge Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,619. Here are the most affordable Elkhorn Pajaro apartments for rent in Salinas, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Montecito at Williams Ranch1x11BR,1BA$903
Cambridge CourtPlan E1Studio,1BA$1,619
93 North1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhorn Pajaro, CA

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elkhorn Pajaro area is the $2.55 price per square foot 190 Aromas Rd Model at 190 Aromas Rd, Unit A in the in the Elkhorn Pajaro neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Elkhorn Pajaro apartment is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at 113 - 119 Gonda Street starting at $3,000 with a $2.88 price per square foot in the Elkhorn Pajaro 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.
190 Aromas Rd, Unit A190 Aromas Rd2BR,1BA$2.55
113 - 119 Gonda Street3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$2.88
Pointe at Harden RanchSan Clemente2BR,1BA$3.02
3039 Marina Drive - Marina3039m08b2BR,1.5BA$3.01
Cypress Creek1x11BR,1BA$3.22
Cypress LandingPlan C1BR,1BA$2.89
Northpoint ApartmentsNorthpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.13
russell2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.14
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Mar1BR,1BA$3.04
Montecito at Williams Ranch1x11BR,1BA$1.70

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Elkhorn Pajaro, Salinas, CA

Ranked #6

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

What is a cheap apartment in Elkhorn Pajaro?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elkhorn Pajaro is under $2,200.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elkhorn Pajaro?

The cheapest apartment in Elkhorn Pajaro is Montecito at Williams Ranch which is listed at $903, while the average apartment in Elkhorn Pajaro costs $3,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elkhorn Pajaro?

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 3 regular apartments in Elkhorn Pajaro 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 Elkhorn Pajaro?

Cheap apartments in Elkhorn Pajaro have an average cost of $412 which is $2,788 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elkhorn Pajaro.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.