
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA from $993 (47 Rentals)
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18100 Cachagua Rd

15 Flight Rd

Plaza Grande Homes

Bella Linda Apartments

Pointe at Westlake

1132-1136 Phoenix Ave

Cambridge Court

SunBay Suites & Apartments
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The Shangri La Apartments

Boronda Manor

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The Shoreline at Monterey Bay

Cypress Landing

Pointe at Northridge

Palm Court Apartments
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Northpoint Apartments

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Pacific Vista

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Sheridan Park

Footprints on the Bay

Surfside Apartments

Lake View Terrace Apartments

Seabreeze Apartments
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Santa Lucia

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Woodside Park

Monterey Pines Apartments

SeaBreeze Apartment Homes

Plaza Apartments

Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace

844 River Rd

336 Central Ave

University Apartments
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233/235 Carmel Ave

394 Reservation Rd

Mar Vista Drive

71 Navajo Drive

740 Crocker Ave

300 Mesa Rd

417 Front St

The Gates at the Marina Apartments

24274 Washington St
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DayStar Apartments

1051 Riker St
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 | $1,838 | $993 | $2,640 |
| Carmel Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $1,450 | $5,695 |
| Carmel Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,189 | $2,030 | $6,677 |
| Carmel Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,112 | $3,200 | $4,425 |
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Cheapest Available Carmel Valley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel Valley, CA is a Studio unit found at Bella Linda Apartments in the Outer Monterey neighborhood priced from $1,600. Pointe at Westlake in the South Salinas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,788. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Linda Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,600 |
| Pointe at Westlake | Abby Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,788 |
| Cambridge Court | Plan E1 | Studio, 1BA | $1,834 |
| Boronda Manor | Studio E1A | Studio, 1BA | $1,904 |
| Monterey Townhouse | Studio Reno | Studio, 1BA | $2,099 |
| Cypress Creek | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,121 |
| The Shoreline at Monterey Bay | Aqua Vista | 1BR, 1BA | $2,147 |
| SunBay Suites & Apartments | 1-Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2,150 |
| The Shangri La Apartments | 1 Bedroom Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $2,200 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR, 1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $3.33 price per square foot C1 Model at Seagrove in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $4,400. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the Galicia with Garage Model at Palm Court Apartments in the North Salinas neighborhood starting at $3,200 with a $2.62 price per square foot. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seagrove | C1 | 3BR, 2BA | $3.33 |
| Palm Court Apartments | Galicia with Garage | 3BR, 2BA | $2.62 |
| Cypress Creek | 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $3.27 |
| esqu20 | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR, 1.5BA | $3.00 |
| Cypress Landing | Plan B | 2BR, 2BA | $2.66 |
| Laurel Grove | THE RODEO | 2BR, 2BA | $3.20 |
| Pointe at Northridge | Del Rio | 2BR, 1BA | $3.23 |
| Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $3.26 |
| Santa Lucia | Upgraded 2 BR, 1.5 BA - Townhouse | 2BR, 1BA | $3.23 |
| Lake View Terrace Apartments | 2 bedroom 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $3.30 |
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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 Bella Linda Apartments listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Valley Apartment is $1,952 at Pointe at Westlake.
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 $2,527 at Cambridge Court.
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 $3,200.
Expert Rental Resources
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