Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Salinas Neighborhood of Salinas, CA from $1,100 (21 Rentals)

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Sheridan Park
$2,139 - $2,713
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Sheridan Park

1450 N 1st StSalinas, CA 93906
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$2,250

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415 Tyler Pl

SalinasCA93906
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Cypress Creek
$2,482 - $3,146
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Cypress Creek

162-162 Casentini StSalinas, CA 93907
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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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Laurel Tree
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Laurel Tree

1185 Monroe StSalinas, CA 93906
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71 Navajo Drive
2 Bedroom Apartments

71 Navajo Drive

71 Navajo DrSalinas, CA 93906

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Cheapest Available North Salinas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Salinas area of Salinas, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Plaza Grande Homes priced from $1,366. 93 North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,914. Here are the most affordable North Salinas apartments for rent in Salinas, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Plaza Grande Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,366
93 North1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,914
Boronda ManorStudio E1AStudio,1BA$1,918
Laurel TreeStudioStudio,1BA$1,940
Pointe at Harden RanchSanta Catalina1BR,1BA$2,057

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Salinas, CA

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Salinas area is the $3.14 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Cypress Creek in the in the West Salinas neighborhood starting from $3,136. The second greatest value North Salinas apartment is the THE RODEO Model at Laurel Grove starting at $2,904 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the North Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Salinas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cypress Creek2x22BR,2BA$3.14
Laurel GroveTHE RODEO2BR,2BA$3.10
Palm Court ApartmentsCantabria with Garage2BR,1BA$2.97
Plaza Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.26
Santa LuciaUpgraded 2 BR, 1.5 BA - Townhouse2BR,1BA$3.23
93 North2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.39
Pointe at Harden RanchSanta Catalina1BR,1BA$2.88
Northridge ParkThe Soraya1BR,1BA$2.98
Sheridan Park1x1 down renovated1BR,1BA$3.40
Plaza Grande Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.32

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Central Salinas. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Salinas Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Salinas?

The cheapest apartment in North Salinas is Plaza Grande Homes which is listed at $1,366, while the average apartment in North Salinas costs $2,437.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Salinas?

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 5 regular apartments in North Salinas 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 North Salinas?

Cheap apartments in North Salinas have an average cost of $281 which is $2,156 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Salinas.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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