Apartments For Rent in Salinas, CA
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,469 - $2,664/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCypress Creek | 162 Casentini St #130F,
Salinas, CA 93907 - $2,165 - $2,645/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Gables Apartments | 2186-2198 Brutus St #2192-D,
Salinas, CA 93906 - $1,899 - $2,962/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsPointe at Westlake | 60 Stephanie Dr #D103,
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What Locals Say about Salinas
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Salinas buzzes with sunny coastal breezes, friendly blocks, parks, and easy freeway hops. People like mild weather, family vibe, parks, Oldtown events, and quick highway access. They dislike high rent, congestion, spotty transit, some crime, noise, and worn sidewalks.
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Average Rent Trends in Salinas, CA
Rent in Salinas, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $2,500 |
| Jul 2025 | $2,500 |
| Aug 2025 | $2,850 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,695 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,500 |
| Nov 2025 | $2,600 |
| Dec 2025 | $2,550 |
| Jan 2026 | $2,541 |
| Feb 2026 | $2,500 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,542 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,594 |
| May 2026 | $2,600 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,150 | $2,571 | $3,650 | $4,200 | $2,695 |
| Townhomes | $1,950 | $2,800 | — | $975 | $2,483 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,100 | $2,400 | $3,250 | — | $2,295 |
| Houses | $2,195 | $2,900 | $3,883 | $4,367 | $4,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Salinas, CA
- What is the average rent in Salinas, CA?The average rent in Salinas, CA is $2,695. Rent prices range from $975 to as much as $9,500, depending on the type of rental.
- How does the rent in Salinas, CA compare to the national average?Average rent in Salinas, CA is about 41% higher than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is more expensive to rent in Salinas compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent in Salinas, CA, by number of bedrooms?The average rent in Salinas, CA is $1,750 for a studio, $2,150 for a 1 bedroom, $2,571 for a 2 bedroom, $3,650 for a 3 bedroom, and $4,200 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices in Salinas, CA changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price in Salinas, CA has increased by $200. That means the average rent is 7% higher than last year.
- How many available rental listings are in Salinas, CA?There are 141 available rental listings in Salinas, CA.
- What are some neighborhoods in Salinas, CA?Some neighborhoods in Salinas, CA include: East Salinas, Harden Ranch, Creekbridge, Sherwood Garden.
- What are some zip codes in Salinas, CA?
- What are some cities near Salinas, CA?Some nearby cities include: Marina, Seaside, Castroville, Chualar, San Juan Bautista. These cities may have more rental options to explore.














