
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel By The Sea, CA from $1,300 (52 Rentals)
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Plaza Grande Homes

Cambridge Court

Boronda Manor

1132-1136 Phoenix Ave

Pointe at Westlake

The Shangri La Apartments

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Marina Crescent

Marina Del Sol Apartments

93 North
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Monterey Townhouse

Ocean View at Pacific Grove

Northridge Park

Bella Linda Apartments

Pointe at Northridge

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The Independent

Cypress Landing
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Lake View Terrace Apartments

740 Crocker Ave

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Cypress Creek

The Crest at Pacific Grove

Plaza Apartments

Footprints on the Bay

Pacific Grove Senior Living

Surfside Apartments
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The Shoreline at Monterey Bay

Seabreeze Apartments

Pacific Pines

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Woodside Park

Laurel Grove

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Pacific Vista

200 Dunecrest Ave

399 Dickman Ave

336 Central Ave

University Apartments
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233/235 Carmel Ave

394 Reservation Rd

Mar Vista Drive

71 Navajo Drive

3102 Golden Oaks Ln

DayStar Apartments

24975 Valley Way - Carmel

The Gates at the Marina Apartments

580 Viejo Rd

261 Larkin 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 | $2,022 | $1,732 | $2,640 |
| Cheap Carmel By The Sea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,445 | $1,366 | $5,695 |
| Cheap Carmel By The Sea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,094 | $2,296 | $6,070 |
| Cheap Carmel By The Sea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,010 | $3,400 | $4,620 |
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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 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 $1,732. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel By The Sea 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 | $1,732 |
| Boronda Manor | Studio E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,832 |
| Marina Del Sol Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $2,008 |
| 93 North | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,065 |
| Sheridan Park | 1x1 upper renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,109 |
| Monterey Townhouse | Studio Reno | Studio,1BA | $2,114 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel By The Sea, CA
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel By The Sea area is the $2.93 price per square foot 2x1BR1T2 Model at Woodside Park in the in the South Salinas neighborhood starting from $2,991. The second greatest value Carmel By The Sea apartment is the 2x2 Model at Cypress Creek starting at $3,097 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the West 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Park | 2x1BR1T2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.10 |
| Laurel Grove | THE RODEO | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Palm Court Apartments | Cantabria with Garage | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 93 North | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Marina Del Sol Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.14 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Plaza Grande Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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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 $1,732.
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 $1,366 at Plaza Grande Homes.
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 $2,296 at Boronda Manor.
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