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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.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Salinas, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salinas, CA

Pricing Updated: 09/22/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Salinas, CA area range in price from $750 to $4,100 with an overall median price of $3,554. The three Salinas neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Auto Center at $1,720, Harden Ranch at $1,720, and Northbridge at $1,720. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salinas Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Auto Center$3,300$1,72059
Harden Ranch$3,300$1,72060
Northbridge$3,300$1,72053
North Salinas$3,300$1,72059
Outer Salinas$3,300$75065
Buena Vista$3,700$1,8184
Center City Salinas$3,700$2,25010
Old Town Salinas$3,700$2,25010
South Salinas$3,700$1,8183
West Salinas$3,700$1,96610

Cheapest Available Salinas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Salinas, CA is a Studio unit found at Laurel Tree in the North Salinas neighborhood priced from $1,659. Boronda Manor in the North Salinas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salinas apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Laurel TreeStudioStudio,1BA$1,659
Boronda ManorOne Bedroom A1A/A1B1BR,1BA$1,720
93 North1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salinas, CA

As of September 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Salinas area is the $2.62 price per square foot Galicia w/ Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments in the in the North Salinas neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Salinas apartment is the 2x2AR1T2 Model at Woodside Park starting at $2,995 with a $2.55 price per square foot in the South Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salinas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palm Court ApartmentsGalicia w/ Garage3BR,2BA$2.62
Woodside Park2x2AR1T22BR,2BA$2.55
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Rio2BR,1BA$2.68
93 North2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.98
Cambridge CourtPlan B32BR,1BA$3.14
Northpoint ApartmentsNorthpoint 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.11
Pointe at Harden RanchSanta Catalina1BR,1BA$3.04
Northridge ParkThe Soraya1BR,1BA$2.98
1370 Byron Drive - Salinas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.96
Boronda ManorOne Bedroom A1A/A1B1BR,1BA$2.96

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Frequently Asked Questions about Salinas

What type of rentals are currently available in Salinas?

There are currently 526 Apartments for Rent in Salinas, CA with pricing that ranges from $750 to $3,700. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Salinas ranging from $925 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Salinas?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Salinas ranges from $925 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,635.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.