Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elkhorn Pajaro Neighborhood of Salinas, CA from $600 (10 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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Marina Beach Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Marina Beach Apartments

3270 Del Monte BlvdMarina, CA 93933
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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 $1,112. Bella Linda Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Elkhorn Pajaro apartments for rent in Salinas, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Montecito at Williams Ranch1x11BR,1BA$1,112
Bella Linda ApartmentsStudio 1Studio,1BA$1,500
Watsonville Royal Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,786

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkhorn Pajaro, CA

As of February 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elkhorn Pajaro area is the $2.31 price per square foot 190 Aromas Rd Model at 190 Aromas Rd, Unit A in the in the Elkhorn Pajaro neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Elkhorn Pajaro apartment is the Catalonia with Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments starting at $2,825 with a $2.72 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.
190 Aromas Rd, Unit A190 Aromas Rd2BR,1BA$2.31
Palm Court ApartmentsCatalonia with Garage2BR,2BA$2.72
AMI-3050 SUNSET AVE.2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.99
71 Navajo Drive2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.61
3039 Marina Drive - Marina3039m08a2BR,1.5BA$3.13
93 North2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.97
Cypress Creek1x11BR,1BA$2.82
Cypress LandingPlan C1BR,1BA$3.07
Sheridan Park1x1 upper renovated1BR,1BA$3.10
Montecito at Williams Ranch1x11BR,1BA$2.10

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Elkhorn Pajaro, Salinas, CA

Ranked #5

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

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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!

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 $2,118.

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 $1,112, while the average apartment in Elkhorn Pajaro costs $3,300.

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 $471 which is $2,829 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elkhorn Pajaro.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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