
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA from $1,900 (29 Rentals)
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11671 Hidden Vly Rd

32 Vía Ventura

728 Ocean Ave

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1220 2nd St

1221 Eighth St, Unit 2

3207 Golden Oaks Ln
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Monterey Pines Apartments

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Pacific Vista

1113 Fourth St

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562 Van Buren St, Unit A

560 Jefferson St

Footprints on the Bay

15 Flight Rd
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666 Casanova Ave

Villa Ramona Apartments

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696casa

501-555 Ocean Ave

72 Laureles Grade

1280 Del Monte Avenue - Monterey
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1281 - 1299 8th Street

422 Alvarado St

456dela

Mar Vista Drive

3103 Golden Oaks Ln

500 Glenwood Cir

599fran
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131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey
Carmel, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Carmel Studio Apartments | $2,185 | $1,900 | $2,640 |
| Cheap Carmel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,272 | $2,150 | $8,451 |
| Cheap Carmel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,842 | $2,500 | $6,232 |
| Cheap Carmel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carmel, CA
Pricing Updated: 08/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Carmel, CA area range in price from $1,795 to $9,485 with an overall median price of $2,600. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Carmel Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel By The Sea | $2,600 | $1,795 | 19 |
Cheapest Available Carmel Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel, CA is a Studio unit found at 696casa in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood priced from $1,850. 1281 - 1299 8th Street in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 696casa | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| 1281 - 1299 8th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| 456dela | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Pacific Vista | 1X1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,435 |
| 599fran | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,595 |
| Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| Pacific Pines | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,780 |
| Monterey Pines Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,398 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel area is the $4.04 price per square foot Seabreeze Model at Footprints on the Bay in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $3,550. The second greatest value Carmel apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Monterey Pines Apartments starting at $3,398 with a $3.93 price per square foot in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Footprints on the Bay | Seabreeze | 2BR,1BA | $4.04 |
| Monterey Pines Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.93 |
| 599fran | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.58 |
| 562 Van Buren St, Unit A | 562 Van Buren St | 3BR,1.5BA | $3.45 |
| 1220 2nd St | 1220 2nd St | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| 456dela | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| Pacific Pines | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.45 |
| 1281 - 1299 8th Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $4.16 |
| 696casa | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Apartment is $2,150 at 1281 - 1299 8th Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carmel Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carmel is starting from $2,595 at 599fran.
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