Cheap Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA from $700 (34 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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Aston at Gateway
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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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3231 Utah Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

3231 Utah Ave

3231 Utah 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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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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Flamingo Garden Senior
1 Bedroom Apartments

Flamingo Garden Senior

3711 Cogswell RdEl Monte, CA 91732
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The Penthouse
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Penthouse

4122 Tyler AveEl Monte, CA 91731

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Penn Mar
1 Bedroom Apartments

Penn Mar

2730 Penn Mar AveEl Monte, CA 91732
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Fashion Lane
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Fashion Lane

3815 Baldwin AveEl Monte, CA 91731
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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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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 $1,561. 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$1,561
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,695
The Penthouse1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,799
Penn Mar1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,800
8130 Constance St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
3627 Penn Mar Avenue2 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave2BR,1BA$2,200
Aston at GatewayAStudio,1BA$2,218
Muscatel Bungalow Homes2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2,470
Fashion Lane2 bed 1.75 bath2BR,1BA$2,495

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South El Monte, CA

As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the South El Monte area is the $2.56 price per square foot 2 bed 1.75 bath Model at Fashion Lane in the in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value South El Monte apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Muscatel Bungalow Homes starting at $2,470 with a $2.64 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.
Fashion Lane2 bed 1.75 bath2BR,1.75BA$2.56
Muscatel Bungalow Homes2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.64
3627 Penn Mar Avenue2 Bed 1 Bath - 3629 Penn Mar Ave2BR,1BA$2.71
8130 Constance St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.49
Flamingo Garden Senior1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.60
Rosemead Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.83
Regency-Baldwin Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.00
Aston at GatewayAStudio ,1BA$4.30
The Penthouse1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.60
Penn Mar1 bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.68

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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 Aston at Gateway listed at $2,218.

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 $2,200 at 3627 Penn Mar Avenue.

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