Cheap Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA from $700 (39 Rentals)

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Edwards Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Edwards Apartments

2500 Edwards AveSouth El Monte, CA 91733
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$1,825 - $3,150

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2400 Del Mar Ave

RosemeadCA91770

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Aston at Gateway
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$2,165 - $3,742
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Aston at Gateway

10568 Gateway PromenadeEl Monte, CA 91731
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100 4111 Tyler Avenue
1 Bedroom Apartments

100 4111 Tyler Avenue

4111 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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Lambert Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lambert Apartments

11126 Lambert AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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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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3822 Baldwin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3822 Baldwin Ave

3822 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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3727 Gibson Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

3727 Gibson Rd

3727 Gibson RdEl Monte, CA 91731
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3456-3460 La Madera Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3456-3460 La Madera Ave

3456-3460 La Madera AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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2832 Cogswell Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

2832 Cogswell Rd

2832 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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Santa Anita Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Santa Anita Apartments

2676 Santa Anita AveEl Monte, CA 91733
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Fashion Lane
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fashion Lane

3815 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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2707 Muscatel Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2707 Muscatel Ave

2707 Muscatel AveRosemead, 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. Rosemead Apartments in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. 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
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,695
3627 Penn Mar Avenue1 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave1BR,1BA$1,900
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,948
8130 Constance St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
Aston at GatewayAStudio,1BA$2,165
San Gabriel Villa2BR 1BA2BR,1BA$2,510

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the South El Monte area is the $2.96 price per square foot 3BR 1 1/2 BA Model at San Gabriel Villa in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $3,255. The second greatest value South El Monte apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 8130 Constance St starting at $1,995 with a $2.49 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.
San Gabriel Villa3BR 1 1/2 BA3BR,1.5BA$2.96
8130 Constance St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.49
3627 Penn Mar Avenue1 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave1BR,1BA$2.62
Aston at GatewayB1BR,1BA$3.99
Fashion Lane1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.00
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.83
Regency-Baldwin Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.00
8832 Mission Dr, Unit 8832 Mission Dr8832 Mission Dr1BR,1BA$4.00
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 $1,695 at Rosemead Apartments.

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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