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South El MonteCA91733
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3734 Peck RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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5107 Rosemead BlvdSan Gabriel, CA 91776
2734.5 Penn Mar Ave, Unit 2734.5
2734.5 Penn Mar Ave
El MonteCA91732
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4122 Tyler Ave, Unit 17
4122 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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11537 Meeker Ave, Unit 3
11537 Meeker AveEl Monte, CA 91732
2828 Consol Ave, Unit 14A
2828 Consol Ave
El MonteCA91733
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1579 Belgreen Dr, Unit Backhouse
1579 Belgreen DrWhittier, CA 90601
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3733 Gibson RdEl Monte, CA 91731
2611 Muscatel Ave
RosemeadCA91770
2650 Tyler Ave
El MonteCA91733
3130 Mountain View Rd
El MonteCA91732
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Singing Wood Senior Housing
10124 Valley BlvdEl Monte, CA 91731
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4111 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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10012 Valley BlvdEl Monte, CA 91731
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11126 Lambert AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3231 Utah Ave
3231 Utah AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3822 Baldwin Ave
3822 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3727 Gibson Rd
3727 Gibson RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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2706 Maxson RdEl Monte, CA 91732
4479 Delta Ave
RosemeadCA91770
928 Lilac Ln
MontebelloCA90640
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3456-3460 La Madera Ave
3456-3460 La Madera AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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Penn Mar Ave 3850
3850 Penn Mar AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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Flamingo Garden Senior
3711 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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La Madera Ave 3142-3144
3142-3144 La Madera AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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5934 Cloverly Ave
Temple CityCA91780
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BONWOOD
11102 Bonwood RdEl Monte, CA 91733
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2730 Penn Mar AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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Fashion Lane
3815 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3720 Pine AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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Ramona
10920 Ramona BlvdEl Monte, CA 91731
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2828 Consol AveEl Monte, CA 91733
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2676 Santa Anita AveEl Monte, CA 91733
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2832 Cogswell Rd
2832 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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8130 Constance St
8130 Constance StRosemead, CA 91770
11206 Walnut St
El MonteCA91731
5823 Greenleaf Ave
WhittierCA90601
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2126-2131 Mountain View Road
2126-2130 Mountain View RdEl Monte, CA 91733
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2805 Meeker Ave.
2805 Meeker AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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2709 Muscatel AveRosemead, CA 91770
12333 Dorland St
WhittierCA90601
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2707 Muscatel AveRosemead, CA 91770
11308 Elliott Ave
El MonteCA91732
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South El Monte, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South El Monte?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South El Monte Studio Apartments | $2,244 | $1,175 | $2,832 |
| South El Monte 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $1,695 | $2,961 |
| South El Monte 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,068 | $2,050 | $3,742 |
| South El Monte 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $2,600 | $3,455 |
| South El Monte 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,175 | $4,150 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available South El Monte Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in South El Monte, CA is a Studio unit found at Palm Villas Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood priced from $1,175. Penn Mar Ave 3850 in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,560. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South El Monte apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Villas Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,175 |
| Penn Mar Ave 3850 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,560 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,561 |
| La Madera Ave 3142-3144 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,645 |
| BONWOOD | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| Penn Mar | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,800 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,803 |
| pin372 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,825 |
| Ramona | 1 bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA and Nearby
As of September 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the South El Monte area is the $2.41 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at 2820Meek in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,350. The second greatest value South El Monte apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave Model at 3627 Penn Mar Avenue in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting at $2,795 with a $2.58 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for South El Monte apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2820Meek | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR, 2BA | $2.41 |
| 3627 Penn Mar Avenue | 3 Bed 2 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave | 3BR, 2BA | $2.58 |
| Atrium | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.28 |
| APT EDWARDS | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.89 |
| Fashion Lane | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.77 |
| Flamingo Garden Senior | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.60 |
| BONWOOD | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR, 1BA | $2.83 |
| Regency-Baldwin Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $3.00 |
| Rosemead Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.83 |
| Penn Mar Ave 3850 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $2.83 |
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South El Monte Overview
Located in the San Gabriel Valley to the west of Los Angeles, El Monte offers beautiful weather, diverse communities, and a wealth of entertainment and recreation. As the San Gabriel Valley grows increasingly crowded, many are drawn to apartments in El Monte because of the city's rich history and excellent location.
Why live in South El Monte, CA?
El Monte is a vibrant community that's within commuting distance from Los Angeles, yet it offers a much more relaxed, suburban environment. The city is much more diverse than many of its neighbors, with sizeable Hispanic and Asian populations, and it is very family-friendly: more than half of households have children. The city also has a very rich history of entertainment, and is still home to a very active community of artists, musicians, and other creative people.
Best Local Schools in South El Monte, CA
New Temple Elementary School
Valle Lindo Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (606)
6 out of 10
South El Monte High School
El Monte Union High School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1125)
6 out of 10
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South El Monte Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South El Monte?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South El Monte is at Palm Villas Apartments listed at $1,175.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South El Monte Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South El Monte Apartment is $1,561 at Flamingo Garden Senior.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South El Monte Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South El Monte is starting from $1,560 at Penn Mar Ave 3850.
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