- 30 Portola Ave, Monterey, CA 93940$3,895/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,250 sq ft30 Portola AveMonterey, CA 93940
- 316 Van Buren St #103, Monterey, CA 93940$2,500/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 400 sq ft316 Van Buren St #103Monterey, CA 93940View units
- 812 Belden St #4, Monterey, CA 93940$2,800/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 800 sq ft812 Belden St #4Monterey, CA 93940
- 235 Larkin St #A, Monterey, CA 93940$3,000/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft235 Larkin St #AMonterey, CA 93940View units
- 429 English Ave, Monterey, CA 93940$3,300/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 971 sq ft429 English AveMonterey, CA 93940
- 37 La Playa St, Monterey, CA 93940$6,700/mo2 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,156 sq ft37 La Playa StMonterey, CA 93940
- 833 Taylor St #2, Monterey, CA 93940$3,200/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 900 sq ft833 Taylor St #2Monterey, CA 93940View units
- 41 Monte Vista Dr #4D, Monterey, CA 93940$2,550/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 780 sq ft41 Monte Vista Dr #4DMonterey, CA 93940
- 1 Surf Way #216, Monterey, CA 93940$5,600/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 728 sq ft1 Surf Way #216Monterey, CA 93940
- 424 High St, Monterey, CA 93940$5,275/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,485 sq ft424 High StMonterey, CA 93940
- 602 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940$2,500/mo1 bed · 1 bath602 Lighthouse AveMonterey, CA 93940
- 653 Hawthorne St, Monterey, CA 93940$2,700/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 750 sq ft653 Hawthorne StMonterey, CA 93940
- Parcel St, Monterey, CA 93940$1,600/moStudio · 1 bath · 700 sq ftMonterey, CAMonterey, CA 93940
- 498 Park Ave #7, Monterey, CA 93940$3,050/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,000 sq ft498 Park Ave #7Monterey, CA 93940
- 302 Ocean Ave #4, Monterey, CA 93940$2,550/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 750 sq ft302 Ocean Ave #4Monterey, CA 93940
- 492 Van Buren St #3, Monterey, CA 93940$2,500/mo1 bed · 1 bath492 Van Buren St #3Monterey, CA 93940
- 195 Seeno St, Monterey, CA 93940$2,500/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 560 sq ft195 Seeno StMonterey, CA 93940
- 99 Montsalas Dr, Monterey, CA 93940$3,800/mo3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,558 sq ft99 Montsalas DrMonterey, CA 93940
- 256 Watson St, Monterey, CA 93940$2,350/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 775 sq ft256 Watson StMonterey, CA 93940
- 415 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940$3,195/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 700 sq ft415 Foam StMonterey, CA 93940
- 1221 8th St #B, Monterey, CA 93940$2,250/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 900 sq ft1221 8th St #BMonterey, CA 93940
- 947 Roosevelt St #945, Monterey, CA 93940$3,300/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 800 sq ft947 Roosevelt St #945Monterey, CA 93940
- 191 Seeno St, Monterey, CA 93940$2,300/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 560 sq ft191 Seeno StMonterey, CA 93940
- 230 Dunecrest Ave #3, Monterey, CA 93940$3,300/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,200 sq ft230 Dunecrest Ave #3Monterey, CA 93940
- 205 Dunecrest Ave #1, Monterey, CA 93940$3,200/mo2 beds · 2 baths · 1,000 sq ft205 Dunecrest Ave #1Monterey, CA 93940
- Union St, Monterey, CA 93940$3,500/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 850 sq ftMonterey, CAMonterey, CA 93940
- Surfside Apartments, Monterey, CA 93940$3,050+ /mo2 beds · 1 units availableSurfside ApartmentsMonterey, CA 93940
Monterey Snapshot
Frequently asked questions
How many private landlord rentals are available in Monterey, CA
There are currently 36 private landlord rentals in the Monterey area.
What does FRBO mean?
FRBO is an acronym for "For Rent by Owner." This means that the private landlord acts as the property manager and is the individual that a renter would work with directly for renting their property.
How do I search for house, apartment, condo, and townhome private landlord rentals (FRBO)?
Finding single family houses, apartments, condos, and townhomes that are 'For Rent by Owner' is easier on HotPads with our filtering features. Just click into the "All filters" tab and scroll down for "Additional options." Below this select "For rent by owner" to filter all houses and condos that are private landlord rentals.
Is there a discount for rental properties that are FRBO?
No, there aren't discounts for rental properties that are rented directly by the owners, however negotiating rental lease terms can sometimes be easier because you are communicating directly with the private landlord and not a real estate management company.
What is the average rent of studio rentals in Monterey, CA?
The average rent for studio rentals in Monterey is $2,153.
What is the average rent of 1 bedroom rentals in Monterey, CA?
The average rent for 1 bedroom rentals in Monterey is $2,124.
What is the average rent of 2 bedroom rentals in Monterey, CA?
The average rent for 2 bedroom rentals in Monterey is $3,027.
What is the average rent of 3 bedroom rentals in Monterey, CA?
The average rent for 3 bedroom rentals in Monterey is $4,829.
About Monterey
Area Information
Monterey is a city on the coast of Central California. Located on the southern edge of Monterey Bay and next to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the area is known for its diverse marine life, as well as its significance in California history as a fishing-industry hub. A temperate climate and variety of parks and beaches make Monterey a good place for those with an active lifestyle. Monterey is a small community, roughly 9 square miles, with a population of just over 27,000. However, during tourist season, the population increases to nearly 70,000.
Monterey is a popular tourist destination, but locals can travel 4 miles to nearby Carmel or Pebble Beach for a quick getaway, or head to Santa Cruz, which is about 45 miles away. Renting in Monterey also puts you close to the San Francisco Bay Area. San Jose is 70 miles away, while San Francisco is 123 miles away.
Renting in Monterey, CA
There is not a lot of rental inventory in Monterey, but much of the market is dedicated to seasonal rentals for tourists. Apartments for rent in Monterey are priced high, but savvy renters can find good deals.
Tourist Attractions
- Monterey Bay Aquarium: One of the largest in the United States, this aquarium not only houses a wide variety of marine life, but also hosts prestigious marine science laboratories and gives scientists access to the largest and deepest underwater canyon off the Pacific Coast.
- Cannery Row: Made famous by John Steinbeck and once home to a thriving sardine-canning industry, this waterfront district is now packed with restaurants, shopping and other tourist attractions, such as Fisherman's Wharf.
- Monterey State Historic Park: This collection of 17 historic buildings is a National Historic Landmark. It includes California's first theater, a home where writer Robert Louis Stevenson once lived, and California's oldest public building, the Custom House.
- Monterey Jazz Festival: Held every September, this is the longest-running jazz festival in the world.
