Apartments for Rent in Salinas CA
164 Rentals
Salinas, CA Apartments for Rent
The National Steinbeck Center in downtown Salinas celebrates the city’s agricultural roots and literary legacy, drawing visitors and locals alike to its museum and event space. If you’re searching for apartments for rent in Salinas, CA, downtown is a great place to start—offering walkable access to cafés, bookstores, and arts venues. Neighborhoods like Creekbridge and Harden Ranch provide a quieter setting with parks, schools, and shopping centers nearby, while North Salinas offers newer developments and easy access to Highway 101.
Many rentals in Salinas are within reach of major employers in agriculture, healthcare, and education, including Natividad Medical Center and Hartnell College. Commute times within the city are manageable, and it’s just a 30-minute drive to the coast, with Monterey and Carmel offering beach day getaways. If you’re looking for apartments near Natividad Creek Park or close to public transit routes, there are plenty of options to suit your lifestyle.
With over 90 parks, local farmers markets, and festivals like the California Rodeo Salinas, this city offers a relaxed, community-centered way of life. Take a look at apartments in Salinas and see what feels like home.
Salinas, CA Rental Insights
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The average rent in Salinas, CA is $1,957 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,630, which means housing in Salinas, CA is slightly more expensive than much of the country.
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You can find flexible rentals in Salinas, CA by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Tour apartments from your couch with Matterport 3D Tours. We have 164 Salinas apartments with virtual tours available. Walk through the apartment, view room layouts and get a feel for the space before an in-person tour.
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Salinas, CA has limited transit options. A car is recommended for most errands and commutes.
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Students renting in Salinas, CA have access to Hartnell College, Cal State Monterey Bay, Naval Postgraduate School, and Monterey Peninsula College.
