
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel By The Sea, CA from $1,600 (28 Rentals)
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Cambridge Court

Boronda Manor

Pointe at Westlake

The Shangri La Apartments

SunBay Apartments
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96 Mar Vista Dr

Pointe at Northridge

Northridge Park

3049 Rio Rd
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263 Monroe St
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Carmel By The Sea, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel By The Sea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Carmel By The Sea Studio Apartments | $2,077 | $1,619 | $2,895 |
| Cheap Carmel By The Sea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,600 | $1,699 | $5,595 |
| Cheap Carmel By The Sea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $1,999 | $6,070 |
| Cheap Carmel By The Sea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,430 | $3,200 | $3,650 |
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Cheapest Available Carmel By The Sea Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel By The Sea, CA is a Studio unit found at Cambridge Court in the West Salinas neighborhood priced from $1,619. 93 North in the Northbridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel By The Sea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Court | Plan E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,619 |
| 93 North | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| SunBay Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,985 |
| Mar Vista Drive | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Boronda Manor | Two Bedroom B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $2,041 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $2,067 |
| Sheridan Park | 1x1 upper renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,129 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2,148 |
| 233/235 Carmel Ave | 1 bedroom / 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel By The Sea, CA
As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel By The Sea area is the $3.33 price per square foot Residence 1 Luxury Model at Seventeen Mile Drive Village Apartment Homes in the in the Outer Monterey neighborhood starting from $3,829. The second greatest value Carmel By The Sea apartment is the 2x1BR1T2 Model at Woodside Park starting at $2,904 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the South Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel By The Sea apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seventeen Mile Drive Village Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| Woodside Park | 2x1BR1T2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| Plaza Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 93 North | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2.89 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | Two bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Boronda Manor | Two Bedroom B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.03 |
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Getting Around Carmel By The Sea, CA
Walk Score®
93 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel By The Sea Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carmel By The Sea?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carmel By The Sea is at Cambridge Court listed at $1,619.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel By The Sea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel By The Sea Apartment is $1,895 at 93 North.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carmel By The Sea Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carmel By The Sea is starting from $1,999 at Boronda Manor.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
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