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233/235 Carmel Ave
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233/235 Carmel Ave

233-235 Carmel AveMarina, CA 93933
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Big Sur, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Big Sur Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Big Sur, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Valley Greens Apartments priced from $1,795. Pointe at Westlake in the South Salinas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,869. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Big Sur apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Valley Greens Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Pointe at WestlakeElvyStudio,1BA$1,869
Cypress LandingPlan C1BR,1BA$1,947
SunBay Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,985
Cambridge CourtPlan A11BR,1BA$2,004

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA and Nearby

As of January 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Big Sur area is the $2.75 price per square foot 3x1 Townhouse Reno Model at Monterey Townhouse in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $3,546. The second greatest value Big Sur apartment is the 3BR/1.0BA Model at Plaza Apartments starting at $3,300 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the Northbridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Big Sur apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Monterey Townhouse3x1 Townhouse Reno3BR,1BA$2.75
Plaza Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$3.24
Woodside Park2x1AR1T22BR,1BA$2.58
71 Navajo Drive2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.61
Cypress Creek1x11BR,1BA$2.97
Cypress LandingPlan C1BR,1BA$2.62
Northridge ParkThe Soraya1BR,1BA$3.26
Bella Linda ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$3.26
Pointe at NorthridgeDel Mar1BR,1BA$3.24
Cambridge CourtPlan A11BR,1BA$3.29

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Big Sur Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Big Sur?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Big Sur is at Pointe at Westlake listed at $1,869.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Sur Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Sur Apartment is $1,795 at Valley Greens Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Big Sur Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Big Sur is starting from $2,200 at Bella Linda Apartments.

What is the most affordable Big Sur Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Big Sur Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Plaza Apartments and starts from $3,300.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!