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


Northpoint Apartments

Pacific Pines

Northridge Park

Monterey Pines Apartments

Cypress Landing

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Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane

Seagrove

Pacific Grove Senior Living

Pacific Vista
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The Independent

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Sheridan Park

SeaBreeze Apartment Homes

Surfside Apartments

1132-1136 Phoenix Ave

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Marina Crescent

Pointe at Northridge

Footprints on the Bay

233/235 Carmel Ave

Monterey Townhouse
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Plaza Apartments

Sea Breeze Apartments for rent in Marina, CA

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Cypress Creek

Pointe at Westlake

Palm Court Apartments

Cambridge Court

923 Walnut

The Crest at Pacific Grove

The Shangri La Apartments

Laurel Grove
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26208 Atherton Dr

1620 Waring St

125 Surf Way

336 Central Ave

394 Reservation Rd

Mar Vista Drive

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 | $2,161 | $1,814 | $2,600 |
Big Sur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $1,795 | $5,495 |
| Big Sur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,181 | $2,150 | $6,045 |
| Big Sur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,896 | $3,300 | $4,730 |
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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 863 square feet . Palm Court Apartments in the North Salinas neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 830 square feet and currently listed start at $2,300. 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 | 863 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
| Palm Court Apartments | Aragon with Carport | 830 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane | The Seabreeze - One Bedroom | 770 Sq Ft | $5,395 |
| Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $2,391 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 743 Sq Ft | $2,520 |
| Monterey Pines Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 690 Sq Ft | $2,400 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 672 Sq Ft | $1,827 |
| Laurel Grove | THE LAUREL | 659 Sq Ft | $2,429 |
| Pacific Grove Senior Living | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Peninsula | 652 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | 650 Sq Ft | $1,930 |
Cheapest Available Big Sur and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 22, 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 Del Mar Model at Pointe at Northridge starting at $1,827 in the North Salinas neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Big Sur is currently $2,575. 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 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | $1,827 |
| 1132-1136 Phoenix Ave | 1Bed/1Ba | $1,873 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A1 | $1,875 |
| Marina Crescent | Seascape | $1,960 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | $2,089 |
| 233/235 Carmel Ave | 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom | $2,195 |
| Sheridan Park | 1x1 upper renovated | $2,290 |
| Palm Court Apartments | Aragon with Carport | $2,300 |
| Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | $2,300 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Big Sur Apartments
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 $2,575.
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 863 square feet unit at The Independent.
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