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How much does it cost to rent a home in Carmel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,599 | $3,150 | $6,250 |
| Carmel 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,204 | $3,500 | $8,500 |
| Carmel 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,398 | $4,700 | $5,995 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carmel, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/09/2026Current 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel By The Sea | $3,050 | $1,795 | 16 |
Cheapest Available Carmel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Surfside Apartments in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood priced from $2,650. Pacific Vista in the Monterey Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,865. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| Pacific Vista | 2X1 Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1BA | $2,865 |
| Monterey Pines Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA and Nearby
As of July 09, 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 $3,350 with a $3.87 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 | $3.87 |
| Pacific Vista | 2X1 Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane | The Seabreeze - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $7.01 |
| Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.
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There are currently 197 Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,200 to $6,070. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carmel ranging from $1,700 to $8,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carmel ranges from $1,700 to $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,562.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.