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How much does it cost to rent a home in Big Sur?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sur 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,200 | $4,650 | $5,950 |
| Big Sur 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,487 | $2,795 | $7,600 |
| Big Sur 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,612 | $3,395 | $3,908 |
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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 Plaza Grande Homes in the West Salinas neighborhood priced from $1,366. Cambridge Court in the West Salinas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,789. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Big Sur apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Grande Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,366 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,789 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $1,944 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA and Nearby
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Big Sur area is the $2.79 price per square foot Galicia with Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments in the in the North Salinas neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Big Sur apartment is the 2x1BR1T2 Model at Woodside Park starting at $3,136 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the South Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Big Sur apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Court Apartments | Galicia with Garage | 3BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Woodside Park | 2x1BR1T2 | 2BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Laurel Grove | THE GROVE | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| 740 Crocker Ave | 1bedroom 1 bath upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Plaza Grande Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Big Sur?
There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,366 to $6,070. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Big Sur ranging from $2,650 to $7,600.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Big Sur?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Big Sur ranges from $2,650 to $7,600 with an average monthly rent of $4,251.
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