Cheap Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA from $700 (267 Rentals)

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11138 Klingerman St
Studio Apartments

11138 Klingerman St

11138 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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1817 Tyler Ave
Studio Apartments

1817 Tyler Ave

1817 Tyler AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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9373-9375 Fern St
Studio Apartments

9373-9375 Fern St

9373-9375 Fern StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10825 Klingerman St
2 Bedroom Apartments

10825 Klingerman St

10825 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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9300-9308 Rush St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

9300-9308 Rush St

9300-9308 Rush StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2550 Tamora Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2550 Tamora Ave

2550 Tamora AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2666 Troy Ave
Studio Apartments

2666 Troy Ave

2666 Troy AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733

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2151-2157 Tyler Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2151-2157 Tyler Ave

2151-2157 Tyler AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10806 A,B Elliott Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10806 A,B Elliott Ave

10806 A,B Elliott AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2 Bedroom Apartments

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1168 Santa Anita AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10917 Klingerman St
2 Bedroom Apartments

10917 Klingerman St

10917 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10716 Klingerman St
2 Bedroom Apartments

10716 Klingerman St

10716 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2148 Tyler Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2148 Tyler Ave

2148 Tyler AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733

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Mabel Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mabel Manor

9205-9215 Mabel AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2504 Tamora Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

2504 Tamora Ave

2504 Tamora AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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10909 Klingerman St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

10909 Klingerman St

10909 Klingerman StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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11110 Dodson St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11110 Dodson St

11110 Dodson StSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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Edwards Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Edwards Apartments

2500 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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Edwards Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Edwards Apartments

2528 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733

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2818 Consol Ave
Studio Apartments

2818 Consol Ave

2818 Consol AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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2532-2542 Edwards Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2532-2542 Edwards Ave

2532-2542 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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3231 Utah Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3231 Utah Ave

3231 Utah AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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11136 Mcgirk Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

11136 Mcgirk Ave

11136 Mcgirk AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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7952 Emerson Pl
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

7952 Emerson Pl

7952 Emerson PlRosemead, CA 91770
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2708 Penn Mar Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2708 Penn Mar Ave

2708 Penn Mar AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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12100 Ferris Rd
3 Bedroom Apartments

12100 Ferris Rd

12100 Ferris RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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9215 Glendon Way
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

9215 Glendon Way

9215 Glendon WayRosemead, CA 91770

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South El Monte, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available South El Monte Apartments for Rent

 

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. Flamingo Garden Senior in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable South El Monte apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Palm Villas ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,175
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,550
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,695
Atrium1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,862
Aston at GatewayAStudio,1BA$2,082

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA

As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the South El Monte area is the $2.50 price per square foot 2455 Adelia Ave Model at 2455 Adelia Ave in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value South El Monte apartment is the 12445 Magnolia St Model at 12445 Magnolia St, Unit C starting at $1,280 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South El Monte apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2455 Adelia Ave2455 Adelia Ave2BR,1.5BA$2.50
12445 Magnolia St, Unit C12445 Magnolia St1BR,1BA$1.28
3250 1/2 Walnut Grove Ave3250 1/2 Walnut Grove Ave1BR,1BA$2.92
Atrium1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.69
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.86
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.58
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.83
Aston at GatewayAStudio ,1BA$4.03
Palm Villas ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.61

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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.

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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 $1,550 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 $2,300 at Rosemead Apartments.

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