Welcome to Palo Verde Cottage, a 1 bed/studio with 1 bath. This cottage awaits a single occupant - a perfect size and private space for an individual. Walking distance to NPS and minutes to all of Monterey shopping and adventures. Spacious yard with personal storage shed. Off-street driveway parking. Personal use washer and dryer on site. Includes all utilities. Located in a great neighborhood and minutes away from beach, trails, DLI, NPS, CHOMP, and all of what Monterey Peninsula has to offer.
AVAILABLE: June 1, 2026
SHOWINGS PRE-SCREEN QUESTIONNAIRE: A questionnaire must be completed before showing.
SHOWING: Monday-Sunday. Showing requires a completed questionnaire for pre-screening.
-For the protection of all, if you have been unwell in the past 10 days or have symptoms, please postpone requesting showing. Thank you for understanding.
-If apply with a pet, please bring your beloved pet so we can meet for a pet interview.
DETAILS:
- 1 bedroom or Studio (no living room if used as 1 bedroom)
- 500 sq ft (approximate)
- Kitchen full-size
- 1 bath full-size
- Quiet location
- 1 driveway parking spot
AMENITIES:
- Utilities included; see terms below.
- Kitchen updated with stainless sink, marble counters, ample cabinet space.
- Stainless appliances, Refrigerator, Stove (gas), Microwave, Disposal.
- Bath updated. Large vanity, shower over tub with glass doors.
- Easy care engineered flooring and tile in bathroom (no carpet).
- 2" blinds in all windows. Double pane windows.
- Good-sized personal storage shed.
- Private fenced yard with low-maintenance landscape/mulch.
- Yard space includes outdoor table with 6 chairs and an umbrella.
COMMUNITY & AREA:
- Quiet neighbors and neighborhood.
- Minutes DLI, NPS, Community Hospital (CHOMP): Email us a request along with information you would like to share. Or, once pre-screening is complete application package and instructions will be sent.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: See terms and requirements below.
TERMS:
-Rent: $2400
-Deposit: $2400
-Single-person occupancy only; max 1 preferred.
-Renters Insurance required.
-1 year minimum. Available and long term.
-Month-to-month Agreement.
-Pets negotiable. If approved additional pet deposit $1000 and pet rent $50 p/m will apply. If apply with a pet, please bring your beloved pet to first showing so we can meet for a pet interview.
-No smoking. Smoke-free and drug-free inside and out.
-No subletting, multiple tenancies, or overnight guests.
-Utilities: Landlord pays PG&E (power/gas), Monterey City Disposal (trash), Cal-Am (water) and Monterey One Water (sewer).
- Cable TV Service: Tenant may add basic TV cable service for $75 per month. Internet not included. Tenant may establish internet service with AT&T.
-Landscaping: Tenant responsible for maintaining low-maintenance yard space.
-Located on the same property as owner. Studio tenant must honor the privacy and quiet living of others who reside on the property.
RENTAL APPLICATION PACKAGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Rental Application: Applicant must be 18. Must complete full Application package. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
- Credit Report & Credit Score: Must have great to excellent credit and credit score above 700. Applicant is required to provide a full copy of their own Credit Report and Credit Score. A free copy from Credit Karma is accepted or any of the 3 Credit Bureaus; a summary will not accepted.
- Proof of Employment & Income Verification: 3 months of current Paystubs, 3 months of Bank Statements, and current W-2. If self-employed or retired, Bank Statements and current year Tax Return. Bank Statement: Must show a minimum 3 months seasoned with 3 months rent reserve. Must show name. Okay to cross out account numbers or personal info for privacy.
- Driver's License or ID: Must be current and valid. Passport or Military ID accepted.
- Background: Pass a background check.
- Letter(s) of Reference or Rental History: Clean reference letter or rental history letter. If no reference letter is available, clear and favorable references.
- About Letter (optional): If you would like to share but not required.
- 1st Month's Rent & Security Deposit: Due at Agreement signing. Will not hold rental without Deposit.
- Rental Insurance: Require for the duration of occupancy. Minimum $100,000 liability with minimum $
Apartment amenities
Property amenities
1 driveway parking spot
Building Deposit Fee Maximum: 2400
Building Deposit Fee Minimum: 2400
Dryer
Garbage included in rent
Gas included in rent
Heating system: Wall
Internet not included in rent
Laundry: In Unit
Microwave Oven
Off Street Parking
Private entrance
Refrigerator
Sewage included in rent
Storage shed
Utilities fee required
Utilities included
Washer
Water included in rent
Pet policy
Cats allowed
1 pet max
Dogs allowed
1 pet max
Terms at this listing
TERMS: -Rent: $2400 -Deposit: $2400 -Single-person occupancy only; max 1 preferred. -Renters Insurance required. -1 year minimum. Available and long term. -Month-to-month Agreement. -Pets negotiable. If approved additional pet deposit $1000 and pet rent $50 p/m will apply. -No smoking. Smoke-free and drug-free inside and out. -No subletting, multiple tenancies, or overnight guests. -Utilities: Landlord pays PG&E (power/gas), Monterey City Disposal (trash), Cal-Am (water) and Monterey One Water (sewer). -Cable TV Service: Tenant may add basic TV cable service for $75 per month. Internet not included. Tenant may establish internet service with AT&T. -Landscaping: Tenant responsible for maintaining low-maintenance yard space. -Located on the same property as owner. Studio tenant must honor the privacy and quiet living of others who reside on the property.
Pricing comparison
$70
At $2,400, this listing is priced $70 more than the current market rate for a studio in Monterey.
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