
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Big Sur, CA (39 Rentals)


Santa Lucia

Northpoint Apartments

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Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane

Northridge Park

Pacific Pines

Monterey Pines Apartments

Cypress Landing

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Marina Crescent
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Pacific Vista

740 Crocker Ave

The Independent

Seagrove

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Sheridan Park

SeaBreeze Apartment Homes

Surfside Apartments

1132-1136 Phoenix Ave

Footprints on the Bay
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Pacific Grove Senior Living

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Cypress Creek

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Monterey Townhouse

Pointe at Northridge

Palm Court Apartments

Pointe at Westlake

Cambridge Court

Bella Linda Apartments

The Crest at Pacific Grove
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Laurel Grove

Plaza Grande Homes

The Shangri La Apartments

26185 Zdan Rd

23510 Cava Cir

3 Dolores St

923 Walnut

336 Central Ave

233/235 Carmel Ave
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Mar Vista Drive

394 Reservation Rd

The Gates at the Marina Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Big Sur?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sur Studio Apartments | $2,075 | $1,789 | $2,640 |
| Big Sur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,447 | $1,366 | $5,695 |
| Big Sur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $2,425 | $6,070 |
| Big Sur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,940 | $3,400 | $4,732 |
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Largest Available Big Sur and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Big Sur, CA is found at The Independent in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood and is 994 square feet priced from $3,200. Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 770 square feet and currently listed start at $5,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Big Sur:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Independent | One Bedroom | 994 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane | The Seabreeze - One Bedroom | 770 Sq Ft | $5,395 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 743 Sq Ft | $2,481 |
| 740 Crocker Ave | 1bedroom 1 bath upstairs | 725 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 714 Sq Ft | $2,125 |
| Monterey Pines Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 690 Sq Ft | $2,600 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | 675 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 672 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Pacific Grove Senior Living | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Peninsula | 652 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
Cheapest Available Big Sur and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Big Sur, CA is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model starting from $1,366 at Plaza Grande Homes in the West Salinas neighborhood. The second most affordable Big Sur 1 Bedroom is the Plan A1 Model at Cambridge Court starting at $1,895 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Big Sur is currently $2,447. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Big Sur:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Plaza Grande Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | $1,366 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A1 | $1,895 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | $1,944 |
| Marina Crescent | Seascape | $1,960 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | $2,100 |
| Sheridan Park | 1x1 upper renovated | $2,109 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | $2,125 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | $2,150 |
| 233/235 Carmel Ave | 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom | $2,195 |
| Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Big Sur Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Big Sur with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Big Sur is at Plaza Grande Homes listed at $1,366.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Big Sur Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Big Sur is $2,447.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Big Sur Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Big Sur is a 994 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at The Independent.
What is the average size for Big Sur 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Big Sur is currently 816 sq ft.
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