Average Rent in Montebello, CA
What is the average rent in Montebello, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Montebello, CA is $2,391 per month, as of October 22, 2026. This sample includes 6 priced apartments in 2 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from October 21, 2026 through October 22, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
2 apartment buildings, 6 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Montebello, CAAvg Rent
$2,391/mo
median $2,379
market average
Cheapest
$2,379/mo
Tierra Del Sol
Properties
2
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Units
6
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 2 properties in Montebello, CA.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Montebello, CA Rent Prices
All 2 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Tierra Del Sol
525 N 4th St, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
North View Terrace Apartments
821 N Wilcox Ave # 105, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
Somerset Apartments
336 N Garfield Ave, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tierra Del Sol 525 N 4th St, Montebello, CA 90640, USA | $2,379 | $2,379 | $3.81/ft² | 3.3 (66) | 5 |
| 2 | North View Terrace Apartments 821 N Wilcox Ave # 105, Montebello, CA 90640, USA | $2,450 | $2,450 | $3.27/ft² | 3.4 (10) | 1 |
| 3 | Somerset Apartments 336 N Garfield Ave, Montebello, CA 90640, USA | -- | -- | -- | 3.9 (87) | 0 |
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Tierra Del Sol
3.3 (66)525 N 4th St, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
North View Terrace Apartments
3.4 (10)821 N Wilcox Ave # 105, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
Somerset Apartments
3.9 (87)336 N Garfield Ave, Montebello, CA 90640, USA
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Montebello, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Montebello, CA is $2,391 per month, based on 6 units across 2 apartment communities. Prices range from $2,379 at Tierra Del Sol to $2,450 at North View Terrace Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,379/mo | $2,379/mo | 5 |
| 2 Bed | $2,450/mo | $2,450/mo | 1 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Montebello, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Montebello, CA averages $2,379/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,450/mo. At the local median household income of $74,955, that works out to 38% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Montebello, CA at $1,771/mo. The current tracked market average runs 35% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Montebello, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Montebello, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$96,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,391/mo.
Comfortable income
$115,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($2,379/mo), you need to earn at least $95,000/year.
Median household income in Montebello, CA is $74,955 , about 35% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Montebello, CA
Overall prices in Montebello, CA runs above the national average by about 15% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 114.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Montebello, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,391 |
| Utilities | $744 |
| Groceries | $578 |
| Transportation | $1,773 |
| Healthcare | $865 |
| Other goods and services | $1,384 |
| Estimated total | $7,735/mo |
Population
61,376
Median household income
$74,955
Census median rent
$1,771/mo
Census rent burden
35.8%
Median age
39.4
Mean commute
31 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Montebello, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Montebello, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,116 | +30% | +6.6% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,447 | +44% | +2.9% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,857 | +19% | +2.3% | 33 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,289 | -4% | +11.3% | 32 |
| San Francisco, CA | $5,253 | +120% | +1.7% | 32 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,859 | +20% | -7.2% | 27 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Montebello, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Montebello, CA is $2,391 per month, as of October 22, 2026. This sample includes 6 priced apartments in 2 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Montebello, CA?
The median asking rent in Montebello, CA is $2,379 per month, computed from 6 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,391/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Montebello, CA?
The lowest available rent in Montebello, CA starts at $2,379 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Montebello, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Montebello, CA average $2,379/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $2,379/mo across 5 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Montebello, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Montebello, CA average $2,450/mo. Units start from $2,450/mo across 1 units currently listed.
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