- 429 English Ave, Monterey, CA 93940$3,300/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 971 sq ft429 English AveMonterey, CA 93940
- 424 High St, Monterey, CA 93940$5,275/mo3 beds · 2 baths · 1,485 sq ft424 High StMonterey, CA 93940
- Parcel St, Monterey, CA 93940$1,600/moStudio · 1 bath · 700 sq ftMonterey, CAMonterey, CA 93940
- 415 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940$3,195/mo1 bed · 1 bath · 700 sq ft415 Foam StMonterey, CA 93940
- 905 Pine St, Monterey, CA 93940$4,000/mo2 beds · 1.5 baths · 840 sq ft905 Pine StMonterey, CA 93940
- Union St, Monterey, CA 93940$3,500/mo2 beds · 1 bath · 850 sq ftMonterey, CAMonterey, CA 93940
- 66 Via Chualar, Monterey, CA 93940$5,500/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 2,000 sq ft66 Via ChualarMonterey, CA 93940
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Frequently asked questions
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 house.
How many private landlord rental houses are available in Monterey, CA?
There are currently 9 private landlord house rentals in the Monterey area.
How do I search for private landlord rental (FRBO) houses?
Finding single family houses 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 for private landlord rentals.
Is there a discount for rental houses that are FRBO?
No, there aren't discounts for rental houses 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.
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.
