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324-B S 2nd St
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311 Katherine Ave
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217 8th St
Big Sur, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Big Sur?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Big Sur 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,066 | $2,095 | $8,000 |
Big Sur 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,002 | $2,795 | $7,950 |
Big Sur 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,777 | $3,400 | $9,950 |
Big Sur 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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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 3068 Redwood Dr in the Outer Monterey neighborhood priced from $1,400. Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,626. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Big Sur apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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3068 Redwood Dr | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,626 |
Cambridge Court | Plan E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,651 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA and Nearby
As of May 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Big Sur area is the $3.11 price per square foot Plan B Model at Surfside Apartments in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Big Sur apartment is the Plan D Model at Cypress Landing starting at $2,306 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the West 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. |
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Surfside Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.11 |
Cypress Landing | Plan D | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.86 |
Santa Lucia | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.23 |
Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.23 |
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
3068 Redwood Dr | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Big Sur
What type of rentals are currently available in Big Sur?
There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA with pricing that ranges from $788 to $8,260. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Big Sur ranging from $950 to $9,950.
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 $950 to $9,950 with an average monthly rent of $4,293.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Big Sur?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Big Sur range from $1,878 to $4,732, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,795 to $7,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,095.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters
Written by: Brandie Parton
As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.