
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA (36 Rentals)


Santa Lucia

Northpoint Apartments

Pacific Pines

Northridge Park

Monterey Pines Apartments

Cypress Landing

Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane

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Pacific Vista

Seagrove
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SeaBreeze Apartment Homes

740 Crocker Ave

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Monterey Townhouse

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Marina Crescent

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Pointe at Westlake

Surfside Apartments

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Pointe at Northridge

Footprints on the Bay
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Sea Breeze Apartments for rent in Marina, CA

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Cambridge Court

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Cypress Creek

Palm Court Apartments

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Sheridan Park

923 Walnut

The Crest at Pacific Grove

Laurel Grove

The Shangri La Apartments

500 Glenwood Cir
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336 Central Avenue

233/235 Carmel Ave

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 | $2,245 | $1,635 | $2,650 |
Big Sur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,672 | $1,795 | $5,595 |
| Big Sur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,234 | $2,150 | $6,070 |
| Big Sur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,357 | $3,300 | $3,400 |
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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 Palm Court Apartments in the North Salinas neighborhood and is 875 square feet priced from $2,375. The Independent in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 863 square feet and currently listed start at $1. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Big Sur:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Court Apartments | Asturia with Carport | 875 Sq Ft | $2,375 |
| The Independent | One Bedroom | 863 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Monterey Townhouse | 1x1 Large Reno | 780 Sq Ft | $2,527 |
| Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane | The Seabreeze - One Bedroom | 770 Sq Ft | $5,395 |
| Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $2,375 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 743 Sq Ft | $1,988 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 714 Sq Ft | $2,125 |
| Monterey Pines Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 690 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 672 Sq Ft | $2,276 |
| Laurel Grove | THE LAUREL | 659 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
Cheapest Available Big Sur and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of February 24, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Big Sur, CA is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $1,795 at 923 Walnut . The second most affordable Big Sur 1 Bedroom is the Plan C Model at Cypress Landing starting at $1,988 in the West Salinas neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Big Sur is currently $2,672. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Big Sur:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 923 Walnut | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $1,795 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | $1,988 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A1 | $2,119 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | $2,125 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | $2,208 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | $2,276 |
| Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,300 |
| Sea Breeze Apartments for rent in Marina, CA | 1BR/1.0BA | $2,345 |
| Cypress Creek | 1x1 | $2,375 |
| Palm Court Apartments | Asturia with Carport | $2,375 |
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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 923 Walnut listed at $1,795.
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 $2,672.
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 875 square feet unit starting from $2,375 at Palm Court Apartments.
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 700 sq ft.
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