
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Monte Sereno Neighborhood of Thousand Oaks, CA from $1,750 (34 Rentals)
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324 Chestnut Hill Ct, Unit Oakknoll Villas 55+ Community

Charter Oaks Apartments

St. Charles Oaks Apartments

La Cresta Apartments

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Arrive Rolling Oaks

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104 Maegan Pl, Unit 3

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399 Erbes Rd.

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2021 Calle Yucca, Unit Calle Yucca Appartment

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Arrive Laurie Lane
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The Harrington

Enclave 693

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Green Hill Apartments

Arrive at the Retreat

1034 Calle Las Trancas, Unit B

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The Sanctuary at Thousand Oaks

Arrive on the Hill

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351 Hodencamp Rd, Unit GO FL2-ID12636A
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Santal Thousand Oaks

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351 Hodencamp Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID10272A

427 Arbor Ln Ct

The Oaks Apartments

Sofi Thousand Oaks

460 Arbor Ln Ct

674 Warwick Ave

768 Tuolumne Ave
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825 Warwick Ave

Hillcrest Park
Monte Sereno, Thousand Oaks, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Monte Sereno?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Sereno Studio Apartments | $2,872 | $2,191 | $3,200 |
| Monte Sereno 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,925 | $1,750 | $5,290 |
| Monte Sereno 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,560 | $2,209 | $6,300 |
| Monte Sereno 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,905 | $2,975 | $4,919 |
| Monte Sereno 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,991 | $4,549 | $5,469 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Monte Sereno Neighborhood of Thousand Oaks, CA.
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Cheapest Available Monte Sereno Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Monte Sereno area of Thousand Oaks, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Hillcrest Park priced from $1,947. Charter Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,959. Here are the most affordable Monte Sereno apartments for rent in Thousand Oaks, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest Park | The Miramar | 1BR,1BA | $1,947 |
| Charter Oaks Apartments | Studio Plan 8 | Studio,1BA | $1,959 |
| St. Charles Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,008 |
| Arroyo Villa Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2,331 |
| Yolo Apartment Homes | Water - 2nd Floor | 2BR,2BA | $2,400 |
| Arrive Rolling Oaks | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Arrive Thousand Oaks | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| 399 Erbes Rd. | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Monte Sereno, CA
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Monte Sereno area is the $2.76 price per square foot 1 Bed 1 Bath with Den Slider Model at Sofi Thousand Oaks in the in the Northoaks neighborhood starting from $2,764. The second greatest value Monte Sereno apartment is the Earth - Ground Floor Model at Yolo Apartment Homes starting at $2,750 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Southshore Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Monte Sereno apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sofi Thousand Oaks | 1 Bed 1 Bath with Den Slider | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Yolo Apartment Homes | Earth - Ground Floor | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| St. Charles Oaks Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Enclave 693 | 1 Bedroom - Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| 104 Maegan Pl, Unit 3 | 104 Maegan Pl | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Arrive Laurie Lane | Hibiscus | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Arroyo Villa Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Arrive Rolling Oaks | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| The Harrington | Plan 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Hillcrest Park | The Miramar | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Monte Sereno Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Monte Sereno?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Monte Sereno is at Charter Oaks Apartments listed at $1,959.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Monte Sereno Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Monte Sereno Apartment is $1,847 at Hillcrest Park.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Monte Sereno Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Monte Sereno is starting from $2,207 at Hillcrest Park.
What is the most affordable Monte Sereno Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Monte Sereno Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 399 Erbes Rd. and starts from $2,975.
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