
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Salinas Neighborhood of Salinas, CA from $1,400 (85 Rentals)
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Pointe at Westlake

601 Riker Street - Salinas

California Square Apartments

223 Riker Ter

206 Katherine Ave

Sanborn Place Apartments

401 Monterey St

235 Soledad St

Multi-Family Income
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728 Jefferson St

24 N Wood St

335 Soledad St

Western Apartments

418-430 Pajaro St

117 E Romie Ln

Maple Street: 310

Williamson Apartments

301 Main St

Chaney House
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255 E Romie Ln

429 San Benito Cir

134 Clay St

135 Clay St

281 Katherine Ave

521 Santa Maria St

618 Roosevelt St

918-936 Iverson St

595 John St

310-312 Pajaro St
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649 E Alisal St

43 Plaza Cir

510 Cayuga St

336 Cayuga St

35 N Hebbron Ave

Pajaro Circle Apartments

Pajaro Apartments

912 Iverson St

560 James St

500-502 San Benito St
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The Alameda

450 Front St

403 E Romie Ln

420 Front St

422 Church St

Serra Apartments

1107 Pajaro St

226 Soledad St

1106 Pajaro St

329 Katherine Ave
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South Salinas, Salinas, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Salinas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Salinas Studio Apartments | $1,867 | $1,846 | $1,888 |
| South Salinas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,994 | $1,875 | $2,096 |
| South Salinas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $2,795 | $3,136 |
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There are currently 85 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the South Salinas Neighborhood of Salinas, CA.
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Cheapest Available South Salinas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Salinas area of Salinas, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Riker:410 priced from $1,950. Pointe at Westlake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,008. Here are the most affordable South Salinas apartments for rent in Salinas, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riker:410 | Riker:410 - 10 | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $2,008 |
| Woodside Park | 2x1BR1T2 | 2BR,1BA | $2,991 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Salinas, CA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Salinas area is the $2.93 price per square foot 2x1BR1T2 Model at Woodside Park in the in the South Salinas neighborhood starting from $2,991. The second greatest value South Salinas apartment is the Riker:410 - 10 Model at Riker:410 starting at $1,950 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the West Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Salinas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Park | 2x1BR1T2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Riker:410 | Riker:410 - 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Salinas Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Salinas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Salinas Apartment is $1,950 at Riker:410.
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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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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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