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The average rent in Salinas, as of June 2026, is up 1.71% compared to last month and up 8.4% year-over-year.
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1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,500
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8h ago
Condo for rent in Salinas
1310 Primavera St #117, Salinas, CA 93901
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
3 beds
1.5 baths
$3,500
Condo for rent
Available Jul 15
1d ago
Condo for rent in Salinas
2392 N Main St #E1, Salinas, CA 93906
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1 bed
1 bath
$1,700
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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1d ago
4 beds
2 baths
$2,875–$2,950
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,875
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in Salinas
On-site management | Business center
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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Available Mar 18
1d ago
House for rent in Salinas
On-site management | Business center
3 beds
2 baths
$3,050
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Available Mar 16
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1d ago
House for rent in Salinas
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
4 beds
2 baths
$4,050
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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Dishwasher
On-Site Laundry
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,975–$2,075
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
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1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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2d ago
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$2,450
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2d ago
Townhouse for rent in Salinas
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,165
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2d ago
Condo for rent in Salinas
2 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Condo for rent
2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$2,750
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,181–$4,834
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
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2d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,795
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2d ago
Condo for rent in Salinas
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
Condo for rent
3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,925
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3d ago
House for rent in Salinas
4 beds
3 baths
$4,000
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,045
Apartment for rent
3d ago
270 Harvest St, Salinas, CA 93901
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Oven
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,450
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,735
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,245
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4d ago
House for rent in Salinas
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
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4d ago
House for rent in Salinas
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,400
$4,300
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4d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,700
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4d ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,612–$7,529
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4d ago
776 Nacional Ct, Salinas, CA 93901
On-site laundry | Balcony | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
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4d ago
House for rent in Salinas
3 beds
2 baths
$3,750
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4d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,975
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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5d+ ago
3 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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5d+ ago
House for rent in Salinas
3 beds
3 baths
$6,200
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
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5d+ ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,850–$2,300
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5d+ ago
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,750–$1,895
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5d+ ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,400–$2,650
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,975–$2,050
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Salinas, CA, offers a mix of agricultural scenery and urban living, which many residents appreciate for its accessibility to outdoor activities and fresh produce. Locals often highlight the friendly atmosphere and proximity to larger cities like Monterey and Santa Cruz for entertainment options. However, some residents express concerns about safety in certain areas and suggest that the public transportation could use improvement. The community's diverse dining scene and parks are frequently noted as key attractions, adding to the overall livability for renters.
Salinas rental prices in 2025 show one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,000 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,500 monthly. These figures reflect the current market across California's Central Coast region.
December and January offer the most favorable conditions for apartment hunting in Salinas, with January seeing the lowest rents of the year. December represents the least competitive period with reduced demand, while winter moves generally result in lower prices and less competition compared to peak season.
Downtown Salinas offers budget-friendly rental options with a median rent around $1,890. This area provides an affordable alternative for renters looking to manage housing costs in California's Central Coast region.
Yes, there are pet-friendly apartments available in Salinas, CA, with about 15.76% of listings being pet-friendly.
Utilities are rarely included in Salinas rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all bedroom types. Studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments all show utilities included in approximately 0.13% to 0.22% of available units.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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