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The average rent in El Monte, as of June 2026, is up 1.59% compared to last month and up 2.39% year-over-year.
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16h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,560
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5d+ ago
Downtown El Monte apartment for rent in El Monte
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
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20h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
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1d ago
Northwest El Monte apartment for rent in El Monte
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$2,083
$1,582
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2d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,900–$2,300
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2d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
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2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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2d ago
2–3 beds
1 bath
$2,095–$2,495
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,125–$2,175
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
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Assigned Parking
On-Site Laundry
Air Conditioning
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3d ago
Mountain View apartment for rent in El Monte
3144 La Madera Ave #D, El Monte, CA 91732
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,775
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3d ago
3142 La Madera Ave, El Monte, CA 91732
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,775
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3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550
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3d ago
3627 Penn Mar Ave, El Monte, CA 91732
Furnished | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,900–$2,100
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3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,175
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4d ago
Northwest El Monte house for rent in El Monte
9827 Marshall St #NA, El Monte, CA 91731
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,980
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Available May 11
4d ago
2120 Mountain View Rd, El Monte, CA 91733
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000
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4d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,675
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695–$1,795
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5d+ ago
Norwood Cherrylee house for rent in El Monte
10828 Montecito Dr, El Monte, CA 91731
Garage parking | Outdoor space | Microwave
2 beds
1 bath
$3,500
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Available Jun 9
5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,550
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5d+ ago
10012 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
Studio
1 bath
$1,300
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5d+ ago
Northwest El Monte apartment for rent in El Monte
2 beds
1 bath
$2,150
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5d+ ago
Downtown El Monte apartment for rent in El Monte
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295
$2,195
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Norwood Cherrylee house for rent in El Monte
3 beds
3 baths
$3,800
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5d+ ago
Northwest El Monte apartment for rent in El Monte
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
$1,751
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5d+ ago
Mountain View house for rent in El Monte
2709 Cogswell Rd #C, El Monte, CA 91732
Garage parking
4 beds
4.5 baths
$4,995
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5d+ ago
Norwood Cherrylee house for rent in El Monte
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
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5d+ ago
Mountain View apartment for rent in El Monte
2 beds
1 bath
$2,850
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5d+ ago
Downtown El Monte townhouse for rent in El Monte
3 beds
3 baths
$3,280
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5d+ ago
Northwest El Monte apartment for rent in El Monte
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Controlled access
1 bed
1 bath
$1,795
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Available Apr 29
5d+ ago
Mountain View house for rent in El Monte
4 beds
2 baths
$3,950
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5d+ ago
Norwood Cherrylee apartment for rent in El Monte
1 bed
1 bath
$1,950
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5d+ ago
Northwest El Monte apartment for rent in El Monte
Studio
1 bath
$1,605
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5d+ ago
Norwood Cherrylee house for rent in El Monte
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
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5d+ ago
Northwest El Monte house for rent in El Monte
3 beds
2 baths
$4,800
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5d+ ago
Northwest El Monte house for rent in El Monte
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,345
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In El Monte, CA, many residents appreciate the city's convenience, particularly its proximity to public transportation and major highways, making commutes to Los Angeles manageable. The local parks and shopping options are also frequently mentioned as positives, providing accessible recreational spaces and retail variety. However, some locals express concerns about traffic congestion and safety, noting that certain neighborhoods can feel less secure after dark, which influences their overall living experience.
El Monte's rental market in 2025 shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,800 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $2,200 monthly. These figures reflect the current pricing across California's San Gabriel Valley market.
Summer months, particularly June, offer the lowest rental prices in El Monte with approximately 17% savings compared to peak pricing in November. December and November are less competitive months with lower demand, while March and January see higher competition between renters for available inventory.
Northwest El Monte and Mountain View offer excellent walkability with high walk scores and strong transit connectivity for socially-minded renters. Mountain View and Downtown El Monte appeal to environmentally conscious residents with sustainable features like low flow fixtures, non-toxic paint, and community solar projects.
River East provides the best value for budget-conscious renters with average rents of around $1,680 monthly, which is 6% below the city median. Mountain View also offers budget-friendly options with median rent around $1,880, while Norwood Cherrylee averages around $2,460 monthly.
Yes, 21.95% of listings in El Monte are pet-friendly, providing options for renters with pets.
Utilities are rarely included in El Monte rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of total listings across all apartment types. One-bedroom apartments have the highest rate of utility inclusion at 0.15% of listings, while studios and three-bedroom units show minimal utility inclusion options.
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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