Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Greater Salinas Neighborhood of Salinas, CA from $900 (47 Rentals)

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property at 15 Maple St

$875 - $1,400

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$875 - $1,400

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$875 - $1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 30

15 Maple St

SalinasCA93901
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Sheridan Park
$2,056 - $2,945
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Sheridan Park

1450 N 1st StSalinas, CA 93906
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property at 2436 N Main St

$2,195

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$2,195

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 30

2436 N Main St, Unit H

2436 N Main St
SalinasCA93906
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Cypress Creek
$2,210 - $3,107
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Cypress Creek

162-162 Casentini StSalinas, CA 93907
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property at 415 Tyler Pl

$2,250

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$2,250

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$2,250

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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415 Tyler Pl

SalinasCA93906

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property at 1014 Garner Ave

$2,500

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$2,500

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 30

1014 Garner Ave

SalinasCA93905
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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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16 Natividad Rd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

16 Natividad Rd

16 Natividad RdSalinas, CA 93906
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726 Kilbreth Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

726 Kilbreth Ave

726 Kilbreth AveSalinas, CA 93905
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336 Central Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

336 Central Ave

336 Central AveSalinas, CA 93901
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948 Lupin Dr #2
Studio Apartments

948 Lupin Dr #2

948 Lupin DrSalinas, CA 93906
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962 Lupin Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

962 Lupin Dr

962 Lupin DrSalinas, CA 93906
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Laurel Tree
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Tree

1185 Monroe StSalinas, CA 93906
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Garden Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Court

1044 John StSalinas, CA 93905
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Creekbridge Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Creekbridge Apartments

1701 Independence BlvdSalinas, CA 93906
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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71 Navajo Drive
2 Bedroom Apartments

71 Navajo Drive

71 Navajo DrSalinas, CA 93906

Greater Salinas, Salinas, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Greater Salinas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Greater Salinas area of Salinas, CA is a Studio unit found at Boronda Manor priced from $1,641. Cambridge Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,814. Here are the most affordable Greater Salinas apartments for rent in Salinas, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Boronda ManorStudio E1BStudio,1BA$1,641
Cambridge CourtPlan E1Studio,1BA$1,814
Pointe at WestlakeTrinity1BR,1BA$1,962
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Mar1BR,1BA$1,970
Laurel TreeLoft1BR,1BA$2,018
Garden CourtPlan A11BR,1BA$2,026
Sheridan Park1x1 upper renovated1BR,1BA$2,056
Northridge ParkThe Soraya1BR,1BA$2,125
Plaza Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,150
Cypress Creek1x11BR,1BA$2,210

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Greater Salinas, CA

As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Greater Salinas 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 Greater Salinas apartment is the Del Rio Model at Pointe at Northridge starting at $2,592 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the North Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Greater Salinas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palm Court ApartmentsGalicia with Garage3BR,2BA$2.79
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Rio2BR,1BA$2.96
Sheridan Park2x1 upper renovated2BR,1BA$3.42
93 North2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.25
Cypress Creek1x11BR,1BA$2.95
Cypress LandingPlan C1BR,1BA$3.29
Northridge ParkThe Soraya1BR,1BA$2.98
Garden CourtPlan A11BR,1BA$3.01
Plaza Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.41
Pointe at WestlakeTrinity1BR,1BA$3.41

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Greater Salinas, Salinas, CA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Greater Salinas Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Salinas Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Greater Salinas Apartment is $1,942 at Boronda Manor.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Greater Salinas Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Greater Salinas is starting from $2,332 at Boronda Manor.

What is the most affordable Greater Salinas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Greater Salinas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palm Court Apartments and starts from $3,400.

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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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

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