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4640 Arden Way,
El Monte, CA 91731
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,735 - $2,150
Rental Market Trends in El Monte, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in El Monte, CA is $1,522/month.
Rent in El Monte is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.
$1,522/month
Average Rent
471 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.2%
Change / Year
115
Available Apartments
El Monte rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in El Monte average $1,405 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in El Monte average $1,522 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in El Monte average $1,689 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in El Monte average $2,009 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in El Monte, CA?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.2%, which averages out to $3 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in El Monte, CA
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
6%
$700 - $1,000/month
55%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
31%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
8%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in El Monte, CA?
Because the average rent in El Monte is $1,522, you’ll want to make about $5,073 per month or $60,876 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does El Monte, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare El Monte, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the El Monte Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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South El Monte
Avg Rent: $944/month
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Temple City
Avg Rent: $1,764/month
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Rosemead
Avg Rent: $1,347/month
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Baldwin Park
Avg Rent: $1,466/month
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San Gabriel
Avg Rent: $1,829/month
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Arcadia
Avg Rent: $1,702/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in El Monte?
The average rent in El Monte is $1,522 per month, which is 8.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in El Monte?
The average rent for a house in El Monte, CA is $3,478 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in El Monte?
The average rent for a townhome in El Monte, CA is $2,820 per month.
Are rents going up or down in El Monte?
Rents in El Monte, CA are increasing, with prices up 0.2% year-over-year and $3 more per month.
What rent range is most common in El Monte?
In El Monte, CA, 55% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.