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Apartments for Rent in Salinas, CA under $2500
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    920 Larkin St., Salinas, CA 93907
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    425 West Laurel Drive, Salinas, CA 93906
    1 BED $2,363+
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    404 Rico St, Salinas, CA 93907
    1 BED $2,150
    2 BEDS $2,500
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    950 Nantucket Blvd., Salinas, CA 93906
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    93 Castro Street, Salinas, CA 93906
    1 BED $1,720+
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    1701 Independence Blvd, Salinas, CA 93906
    1 BED $2,100+
    2 BEDS $2,415+
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    1701 Independence Blvd, Salinas, CA 93906
    1 BED $2,100+
    2 BEDS $2,415+
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    1701 Independence Blvd, Salinas, CA 93906
    1 BED $2,280+
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    1330 Byron Drive, Salinas, CA 93901
    1 BED $2,200
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    1701 Independence Blvd, Salinas, CA 93906
    2 BEDS $2,470
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    1701 Independence Blvd, Salinas, CA 93906
    1 BED $2,100+
    2 BEDS $2,415+
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    1041 Buckhorn Drive, Salinas, CA 93905
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    2 BEDS $1,184
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    4 BEDS $1,035
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    8710 Prunedale North Rd, Salinas, CA 93907
    STUDIO $1,350
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    682 Wahl Court, Marina, CA 93933
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    3126 Crestview Ct, Marina, CA 93933
    1 BED $1,950
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    3126 Crestview Ct, Marina, CA 93933
    1 BED $1,950
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    3126 Crestview Ct, Marina, CA 93933
    1 BED $1,950
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    3126 Crestview Ct, Marina, CA 93933
    1 BED $1,850
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    3106 Crescent Avenue, Marina, CA 93933
    1 BED $1,575
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    225 Cypress Avenue, Marina, CA 93933
    STUDIO $1,750
    1 BED $925+
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    2080 Cross Street, Seaside, CA 93955
    STUDIO $1,950
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    415 Casa Verde Way, Monterey, CA 93940
    1 BED $1,995
    2 BEDS $2,295
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    1371 Westside Blvd ( Office), Hollister, CA 95023
    2 BEDS $2,500
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    201 Pacifica Boulevard, Watsonville, CA 95076
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    2 BEDS $1,903
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    790 Vista Montana Drive #105, Watsonville, CA 95076
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Getting around in Salinas, CA

11 /100
Car-Dependent
28 /100
Some Transit
39 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 11, Transit Score®: 28, Bike Score®: 39

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Salinas, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Salinas, CA were last updated on 10 Jun 2025.

What are the best apartments in Salinas, CA?

The best apartments in Salinas, CA are: Salinas Bay Apartments, Laurel Grove, Mariner Village, Nantucket Bay Apartments and Palm Court Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in Salinas, CA?

In Salinas, 53% of the residents are renting compared to 47% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 9% of Salinas’s rentals, 57% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 31% are single-family rentals.

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Finding apartments for rent in Salinas, CA for less than $2,500 has never been so easy! At RentCafe nice cheap apartments are just one click away. There are currently 88 available units in Salinas, CA, renting for under $2,500. On average, $2,090 can get you 829 Sq.Ft. in this area. Be sure to search for the apartment that is best for you. Under “More”, check the amenities that you consider a must-have, and don’t forget to look at the pet policy. Fitness enthusiasts can even check the Fitness Center box. Whether you are looking for studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, you are sure to find one that will make you want to move in right away.

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