
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA (39 Rentals)


18800 Cachagua Rd

Rippling River Center

SunBay Suites & Apartments

Northpoint Apartments

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Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane

Northridge Park

Monterey Pines Apartments

Pacific Pines
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Santa Lucia

Cypress Landing

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Pacific Vista

Pacific Grove Senior Living

The Independent

Seagrove

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The Shoreline at Monterey Bay

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Sheridan Park

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Monterey Townhouse
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SeaBreeze Apartment Homes

1132-1136 Phoenix Ave

Pointe at Westlake

Footprints on the Bay

Pointe at Northridge

Surfside Apartments

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Marina Crescent

Boronda Manor

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Cypress Creek
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Cambridge Court

Palm Court Apartments

Bella Linda Apartments

Laurel Grove

The Shangri La Apartments

300 Mesa Rd

336 Central Ave

233/235 Carmel Ave

394 Reservation Rd
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Mar Vista Drive

740 Crocker Ave

The Gates at the Marina Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel Valley Studio Apartments | $1,829 | $993 | $2,640 |
| Carmel Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,474 | $1,450 | $5,695 |
| Carmel Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $1,760 | $6,677 |
| Carmel Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,211 | $3,200 | $4,605 |
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Largest Available Carmel Valley and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Carmel Valley, CA is found at The Independent in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood and is 994 square feet priced from $3,200. Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 770 square feet and currently listed start at $5,395. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Carmel Valley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Independent | One Bedroom | 994 Sq Ft | $3,200 |
| Coastal Senior Residences at The Park Lane | The Seabreeze - One Bedroom | 770 Sq Ft | $5,395 |
| Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 750 Sq Ft | $2,035 |
| Footprints on the Bay | Wave Retreat | 662 Sq Ft | $2,900 |
| Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | 650 Sq Ft | $2,650 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | 650 Sq Ft | $2,206 |
| Sheridan Park | 1x1 down renovated | 630 Sq Ft | $2,445 |
| The Shoreline at Monterey Bay | EnOceans | 620 Sq Ft | $2,139 |
| Boronda Manor | One Bedroom A1A/A1B | 571 Sq Ft | $2,053 |
| SunBay Suites & Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
Cheapest Available Carmel Valley and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Carmel Valley, CA is the One Bedroom A1A/A1B Model starting from $2,053 at Boronda Manor in the North Salinas neighborhood. The second most affordable Carmel Valley 1 Bedroom is the Aqua Vista Model at The Shoreline at Monterey Bay starting at $2,084 in the Outer Monterey neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Carmel Valley is currently $2,474. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Carmel Valley:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Boronda Manor | One Bedroom A1A/A1B | $2,053 |
| The Shoreline at Monterey Bay | Aqua Vista | $2,084 |
| SunBay Suites & Apartments | 1-Bedroom | $2,150 |
| The Shangri La Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | $2,200 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | $2,206 |
| Pacific Vista | 1X1 Renovated | $2,410 |
| Sheridan Park | 1x1 down renovated | $2,445 |
| Surfside Apartments | One Bedroom | $2,650 |
| Footprints on the Bay | Wave Retreat | $2,900 |
| The Independent | One Bedroom | $3,200 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Carmel Valley with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Carmel Valley is at Boronda Manor listed at $2,053.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Carmel Valley is $2,474.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Carmel Valley is a 994 square feet unit starting from $3,200 at The Independent.
What is the average size for Carmel Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Carmel Valley is currently 1,000 sq ft.
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