
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carmel By The Sea Neighborhood of Carmel, CA from $1,400 (41 Rentals)
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541 Wave St

The Shangri La Apartments

512 Lobos Ave

601 Forest Ave

Ocean View at Pacific Grove Apartments

2951 Club Rd

2950 Club Rd
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315 8th St

431 Monroe St

671 Mermaid Ave

The Crest at Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove Senior Living

561-565 Irving Ave

599 Irving Ave

189 Central Ave
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901 Hawthorne St

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Pacific Vista

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638 Laine St, Unit APARTMENT, Unit APARTMENT

308-301 1st St

363 Spencer St

Vista Point Apartments

517 Fountain Avenue - Pacific Grove

Presidio Apartments
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Monarch Apartments

832haw

RM1972I

1021 Funston Ave

RM480P

4305 Golden Oaks Ln

Mar Vista Drive

740 Crocker Ave
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431 Spencer Street - Monterey

RM724S

RM775S

774 Archer St

605 2nd St

799 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey

221 Anita St

391 Central Ave
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675 Jefferson Street - Monterey
Carmel By The Sea, Carmel, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel By The Sea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel By The Sea Studio Apartments | $2,062 | $2,000 | $2,125 |
| Carmel By The Sea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,576 | $1,795 | $3,800 |
| Carmel By The Sea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,518 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carmel By The Sea Neighborhood of Carmel, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carmel By The Sea Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carmel By The Sea area of Carmel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 832haw priced from $1,875. Pacific Grove Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,595. Here are the most affordable Carmel By The Sea apartments for rent in Carmel, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 832haw | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Pacific Grove Senior Living | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Peninsula | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Pacific Vista | 2X1 Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1BA | $2,910 |
| The Crest at Pacific Grove | Ocean Breeze | 2BR,1BA | $3,025 |
| Seventeen Mile Drive Village Apartment Homes | Residence 1 Luxury | 2BR,2BA | $4,469 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel By The Sea, CA
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel By The Sea area is the $3.89 price per square foot Residence 1 Luxury Model at Seventeen Mile Drive Village Apartment Homes in the in the Outer Monterey neighborhood starting from $4,469. The second greatest value Carmel By The Sea apartment is the Ocean Breeze Model at The Crest at Pacific Grove starting at $3,025 with a $3.56 price per square foot in the Outer Monterey 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 | $3.89 |
| The Crest at Pacific Grove | Ocean Breeze | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Pacific Vista | 2X1 Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 638 Laine St, Unit APARTMENT | 638 Laine St | 2BR,1BA | $4.28 |
| Pacific Grove Senior Living | 2 Bed 2 Bath - Seaside | 2BR,2BA | $5.21 |
| 832haw | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
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Best Local Schools in Carmel By The Sea, Carmel, CA
Forest Grove Elementary
Pacific Grove High
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel By The Sea Apartments
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 $1,875 at 832haw.
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 $2,910 at Pacific Vista.
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