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Carmel, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carmel, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Carmel By The Sea$6,222$2,00025

Cheapest Available Carmel Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 350 Van Buren St in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood priced from $1,200. Surfside Apartments in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
350 Van Buren St350 Van Buren1BR,1BA$1,200
Surfside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,650
Pacific Pines1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel area is the $2.60 price per square foot 1020 Funston Ave Model at 1020 Funston Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Skyline Forest neighborhood starting from $2,600. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1020 Funston Ave, Unit 21020 Funston Ave2BR,2BA$2.60
464 Ramona Avenue - Monterey2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.22
Monterey Pines ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$3.82
Pacific Vista2X1 Townhouse Reno2BR,1BA$3.46
350 Van Buren St350 Van Buren1BR,1BA$1.48
Surfside ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.08
Pacific Pines1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.64

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carmel

What type of rentals are currently available in Carmel?

There are currently 203 Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,200 to $4,210. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carmel ranging from $2,150 to $13,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carmel?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carmel ranges from $2,150 to $13,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,628.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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