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Montoya Garden

5005 Montoya Avenue, Richmond, CA 94805

Property Summary

Built in 1964, this two-story apartment community offers a relaxing atmosphere with beautifully landscaped grounds. Residents have access to two swimming pools, picnic areas, and outdoor grilling stations. The community is pet-friendly, welcoming up to two dogs or cats per household with a 40-lb weight limit. On-site maintenance and laundry facilities are provided for convenience. The location offers proximity to shopping, recreation, and highway access.

Renter brief

At the source check, 5 units were listed as available. That snapshot spanned studio to 2-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $1,760/mo.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Aug 20, 2026

Available units

Checked 4 weeks ago

  • Studio · 1 ba · 500 ft²
    Available Now
    $1,760/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 700 ft²
    Available Now
    $1,875/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 700 ft² · Unit 39
    Available Oct 1
    $1,995/mo
  • 1 bd · 1 ba · 700 ft² · Unit 05
    Available Now
    $2,170/mo
  • 2 bd · 1 ba · 950 ft²
    Available Now
    $2,175/mo

How the rent compares

This building, studio$1,760
Within 3 mi median$1,745

Source · 35 active studio units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Renter facts, criterion by criterion

No overall grade — each row reflects only the fact and source shown.

Rent comparisonAverage

Within 1% of the studio median within 3 mi

Source · 35 active studio units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026

Transit accessBelow average

1.6 mi straight-line distance to Richmond

Source · Transit map coordinates · not a routed trip

Building ageFact

Built in 1964

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

In-unit laundryNot offered

Shared laundry on site

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Amenities

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Pet Friendly
  • Maintenance On Site
  • Picnic Area
  • Pool

Policies & Fees

Pet Policy
Dogs✓ Allowed
Cats✓ Allowed

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Fees & Deposits
One-time fees
Application fee$59

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Reviews

Reviews

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2.8
Review Summary
  • While one former resident raves about the manager Beatrice and Ray, the majority of reviews are negative, citing unresponsive management, attempts to extort money, and safety concerns.
  • Several residents also complain about thin walls and broken appliances.
  • 2.8 stars across 20 reviews.
K
Kaveh
6 months ago
Google
This apartment complex tries to illegally extort money from tenants when they move out. They demanded that I pay rent past the actual end of my lease, which is not allowed under California law. On top...
M
Mika
5 months ago
Google
I booked a tour and no one showed up to our scheduled time. I was also 10 minutes early and waited an extra 20 minutes for someone to show up. On top of that I even called numerous times! If this is h...

What's Around

  • Transit
    Richmond · 1.6 mi straight-line
  • Groceries
    Smart & Final Extra! · 0.1 mi
  • Dining
    81 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
  • Parks
    East Richmond, California · 0.3 mi
  • University
    UC Berkeley · 6.7 mi

Nearby Schools

Questions renters ask about this building

Are pets allowed, and what do they cost?

The listing says cats are allowed; cat costs were not disclosed; dogs are allowed; dog costs were not disclosed.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

Is there in-unit laundry?

The listing reports shared laundry; it does not list an installed in-unit washer/dryer.

Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 24, 2026

How close is the nearest rail station?

Richmond is 1.6 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.

Source · Transit map coordinates

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