
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA from $700 (21 Rentals)
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Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace

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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 |
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Carmel Valley Studio Apartments | $2,104 | $788 | $2,895 |
Carmel Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,476 | $1,751 | $5,600 |
Carmel Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,317 | $1,626 | $10,000+ |
Carmel Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,315 | $1,878 | $4,732 |
Carmel Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $2,095 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available Carmel Valley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel Valley, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace priced from $1,626. Boronda Manor in the North Salinas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,751. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,626 |
Boronda Manor | One Bedroom A1A/A1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,751 |
The Shoreline at Monterey Bay | Aqua Vista | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA and Nearby
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $2.79 price per square foot Galicia w/ Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments in the in the North Salinas neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the 2x2AR1T2 Model at Woodside Park starting at $3,263 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the South 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. |
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Palm Court Apartments | Galicia w/ Garage | 3BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Woodside Park | 2x2AR1T2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.77 |
Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
Pointe at Northridge | Del Rio | 2BR,1BA | $2.77 |
Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Santa Lucia | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.23 |
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
Cambridge Court | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Boronda Manor | One Bedroom A1A/A1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
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Walk Score®
32 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
18 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Monterey Townhouse listed at $2,194.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment is $1,688 at Boronda Manor.
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 $1,626 at Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace.
What is the most affordable Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carmel Valley Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace and starts from $1,878.
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