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Rental Market Trends in South El Monte, CA

Updated July 2026

The average rent in South El Monte, CA is $944/month.

Rent in South El Monte is 43% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$944/month

Average Rent

217 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1%

Change / Year

8

Available Apartments

South El Monte rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in South El Monte average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in South El Monte average $944 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in South El Monte average $1,347 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in South El Monte average $1,692 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$944/month
217 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,347/month
387 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,692/month
729 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,770/month
946 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in South El Monte, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1%, which averages out to $10 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in South El Monte, CA

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in South El Monte, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
12% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
62% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in South El Monte, CA?

Because the average rent in South El Monte is $944, you’ll want to make about $3,146 per month or $37,752 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.

City

South El Monte, CA

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How does South El Monte, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare South 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.

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Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in South El Monte We Think You'll Love

1939 Strozier Ave

1939 Strozier Ave

1939 Strozier Ave,
South El Monte, CA 91733

2 Beds | $2,700

2214 Continental Ave

2214 Continental Ave

2214 Continental Ave,
South El Monte, CA 91733

2 Beds | $2,600

2216 Continental Ave

2216 Continental Ave

2216 Continental Ave,
South El Monte, CA 91733

2 Beds | $2,600

54 Harmony Dr

54 Harmony Dr

54 Harmony Dr,
South El Monte, CA 91733

3 Beds | $3,950

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in South El Monte?

The average rent in South El Monte is $944 per month, which is 43.2% lower than the national average of $1,663.

Are rents going up or down in South El Monte?

Rents in South El Monte, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.0% year-over-year and $10 more per month.

What rent range is most common in South El Monte?

In South El Monte, CA, 62% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California South El Monte Rental Trends

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 June 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.

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