
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carmel By The Sea Neighborhood of Carmel, CA from $1,400 (35 Rentals)
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4089 Sunset Ln

541 Wave St

740 Dickman Ave

The Shangri La Apartments

Ocean View at Pacific Grove

461 Reeside Ave

518 10th St
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740 Crocker Ave

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828 Sinex Ave, Unit 828 Sinex Ave

The Crest at Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove Senior Living

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Pacific Vista

530 Junipero Ave

3 8th Ave

1420 Munras Ave
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Vista Point Apartments

517 Fountain Avenue - Pacific Grove

Presidio Apartments

Monarch Apartments

832haw

1972 Irving Ave

RM480P

Mar Vista Drive
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501 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey

431 Spencer Street - Monterey

724 Spencer St

775 Spencer St

799 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey

628 Eardley Ave

215 2nd St

391 Central Ave
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675 Jefferson Street - Monterey

235 Alder St

70 Forest Ridge #27
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 | $2,125 | $2,125 | $2,125 |
| Carmel By The Sea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,795 | $3,095 |
| Carmel By The Sea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,537 | $2,500 | $9,534 |
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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. 501 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. 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 |
| 501 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 740 Crocker Ave | 1bedroom 1 bath upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| Pacific Grove Senior Living | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Peninsula | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Pacific Vista | 2X1 Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1BA | $2,865 |
| 845L-T/L | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel By The Sea, CA
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel By The Sea area is the $3.37 price per square foot 2X1 Townhouse Reno Model at Pacific Vista in the in the Monterey Vista neighborhood starting from $2,865. The second greatest value Carmel By The Sea apartment is the 828 Sinex Ave Model at 828 Sinex Ave, Unit 828 Sinex Ave starting at $2,475 with a $2.91 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Vista | 2X1 Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| 828 Sinex Ave, Unit 828 Sinex Ave | 828 Sinex Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| 845L-T/L | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $4.02 |
| 740 Crocker Ave | 1bedroom 1 bath upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.30 |
| 501 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| 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 $2,865 at Pacific Vista.
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