
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Big Sur, CA (38 Rentals)


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Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane

Northridge Park

Pacific Pines

Monterey Pines Apartments

Santa Lucia

Cypress Landing

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Pacific Vista

Pacific Grove Senior Living
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The Independent

Seagrove

SeaBreeze Apartment Homes

Ocean View at Pacific Grove Apartments

Surfside Apartments

1132-1136 Phoenix Ave

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Monterey Townhouse

233/235 Carmel Ave

Pointe at Northridge
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Footprints on the Bay

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Marina Crescent

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Cypress Creek

Pointe at Westlake

Palm Court Apartments

Cambridge Court

Bella Linda Apartments

The Crest at Pacific Grove

Laurel Grove
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Plaza Grande Homes

The Shangri La Apartments

18100 Cachagua Rd

26185 Zdan Rd

3 Dolores St

923 Walnut

336 Central Ave

Mar Vista Drive

394 Reservation Rd
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740 Crocker Ave

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 | $2,017 | $1,600 | $2,640 |
| Big Sur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $1,366 | $5,695 |
| Big Sur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,178 | $2,030 | $6,070 |
| Big Sur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,597 | $3,200 | $4,575 |
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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 |
| Monterey Pines Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 690 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | 675 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 672 Sq Ft | $2,379 |
| Laurel Grove | THE LAUREL | 659 Sq Ft | $2,566 |
| Pacific Grove Senior Living | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Peninsula | 652 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | 650 Sq Ft | $2,126 |
| Pacific Pines | 1 Bedroom | 575 Sq Ft | $2,780 |
Cheapest Available Big Sur and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 05, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Big Sur, CA is the Plan A1 Model starting from $2,102 at Cambridge Court in the West Salinas neighborhood. The second most affordable Big Sur 1 Bedroom is the 1-Bedroom Model at SunBay Suites & Apartments starting at $2,150 in the Laguna Grande neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Big Sur is currently $2,558. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Big Sur:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Court | Plan A1 | $2,102 |
| SunBay Suites & Apartments | 1-Bedroom | $2,150 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | $2,150 |
| The Shangri La Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $2,200 |
| SeaBreeze Apartment Homes | A1JR | $2,300 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | $2,379 |
| Monterey Pines Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | $2,400 |
| Pacific Vista | 1X1 Renovated | $2,431 |
| Laurel Grove | THE LAUREL | $2,566 |
| Pacific Grove Senior Living | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Peninsula | $2,595 |
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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 Cambridge Court listed at $2,102.
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 $2,558.
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 725 sq ft.
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