
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA from $1,300 (50 Rentals)
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26185 Zdan Rd

Plaza Grande Homes

Cambridge Court

Boronda Manor

1132-1136 Phoenix Ave

Pointe at Westlake

The Shangri La Apartments

Northpoint Apartments

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Marina Crescent
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Cypress Landing

740 Crocker Ave
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The Shoreline at Monterey Bay

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Pacific Vista

43 Laureles Grade, Unit 2

Footprints on the Bay

Pacific Grove Senior Living

Laurel Grove
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Woodside Park

SeaBreeze Apartment Homes

Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace

336 Central Ave

University Apartments

233/235 Carmel Ave

1580 Wanda Ave
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Mar Vista Drive

394 Reservation Rd

71 Navajo Drive

1596 Luxton St

820 Casanova Ave

1185 Amador Ave

Santa Lucia

DayStar Apartments

245 Maple St

1825 Palm Ave
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Carmel Valley, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel Valley Studio Apartments | $2,021 | $1,732 | $2,640 |
| Carmel Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,455 | $1,366 | $5,695 |
| Carmel Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,129 | $2,296 | $6,070 |
| Carmel Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,823 | $3,400 | $4,620 |
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Cheapest Available Carmel Valley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel Valley, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Plaza Grande Homes in the West Salinas neighborhood priced from $1,366. Cambridge Court in the West Salinas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,742. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaza Grande Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,366 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan E1 | Studio,1BA | $1,742 |
| Boronda Manor | Studio E1A | Studio,1BA | $1,843 |
| Northpoint Apartments | Northpoint 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Monterey Townhouse | Studio Reno | Studio,1BA | $1,978 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Trinity | 1BR,1BA | $1,998 |
| Sheridan Park | 1x1 down renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,109 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $2,160 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $2.93 price per square foot 2x1BR1T2 Model at Woodside Park in the in the South Salinas neighborhood starting from $2,991. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the 2x2 Model at Cypress Creek starting at $3,090 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the West Salinas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodside Park | 2x1BR1T2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Laurel Grove | THE RODEO | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Palm Court Apartments | Cantabria with Garage | 2BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Santa Lucia | Upgraded 2 BR, 1.5 BA - Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| Bella Linda Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Plaza Grande Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel Valley Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carmel Valley?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carmel Valley is at Cambridge Court listed at $1,732.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment is $1,366 at Plaza Grande Homes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carmel Valley is starting from $2,500 at Plaza Apartments.
What is the most affordable Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Palm Court Apartments and starts from $3,400.
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