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Carmel, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carmel Studio Apartments | $2,625 | $2,625 | $2,625 |
Carmel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $2,295 | $2,950 |
Carmel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,294 | $2,500 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carmel, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Carmel, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Carmel Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Carmel By The Sea | $3,950 | $1,850 | 22 |
Cheapest Available Carmel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Monterey Pines Apartments in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood priced from $2,400. Footprints on the Bay in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Monterey Pines Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Footprints on the Bay | Sand Dollar | Studio,1BA | $2,625 |
Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA and Nearby
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel area is the $3.15 price per square foot 205 Dunecrest Ave Model at 205 Dunecrest Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Carmel apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at 464 Ramona Avenue - Monterey starting at $2,900 with a $3.22 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. |
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205 Dunecrest Ave, Unit 1 | 205 Dunecrest Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.15 |
464 Ramona Avenue - Monterey | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
Monterey Pines Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Pacific Vista | 2X1 Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $3.78 |
Pacific Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.19 |
Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
Footprints on the Bay | Sand Dollar | Studio ,1BA | $5.65 |
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Getting Around Carmel, CA
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $2,400 at Monterey Pines Apartments.
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 $2,900 at 464 Ramona Avenue - Monterey.
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