
Studio Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA (9 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Big Sur?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Big Sur Studio Apartments | $1,986 | $788 | $2,500 |
Big Sur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,681 | $1,400 | $5,600 |
Big Sur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,387 | $1,626 | $8,781 |
Big Sur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,015 | $1,878 | $5,500 |
Big Sur 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $2,095 | $2,095 |
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Largest Available Big Sur and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Big Sur, CA is found at Pointe at Westlake in the West Salinas neighborhood and is 480 square feet priced from $1,799. Ocean View at Pacific Grove Apartments in the Outer Monterey neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 430 square feet and currently listed start at $2,075. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Big Sur:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Pointe at Westlake | Elvy | 480 Sq Ft | $1,799 |
Ocean View at Pacific Grove Apartments | Studio - 430sqft | 430 Sq Ft | $2,075 |
Monterey Townhouse | Studio Reno | 390 Sq Ft | $2,101 |
Cheapest Available Big Sur and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of June 05, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Big Sur, CA is the Abby Studio Model starting from $1,789 at Pointe at Westlake in the West Salinas neighborhood. The second most affordable Big Sur Studio is the Studio - 430sqft Model at Ocean View at Pacific Grove Apartments starting at $2,075 in the Outer Monterey neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Big Sur is currently $1,986. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Big Sur:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Pointe at Westlake | Abby Studio | $1,789 |
Ocean View at Pacific Grove Apartments | Studio - 430sqft | $2,075 |
Monterey Townhouse | Studio Reno | $2,101 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Big Sur Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Big Sur with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Big Sur is at Pointe at Westlake listed at $1,789.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Big Sur Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Big Sur is $1,986.
What is the largest available Studio Big Sur Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Big Sur is a 480 square feet unit starting from $1,799 at Pointe at Westlake.
What is the average size for Big Sur Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Big Sur is currently 0 sq ft.
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