1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Monterey, CA (180 Rentals)

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Pacific Vista
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Pacific Vista

57 Soledad DrMonterey, CA 93940
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541 Wave St

MontereyCA93940

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Bldg A
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Bldg A

230 Lighthouse AveMonterey, CA 93940
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CM237L
1 Bedroom Apartments

CM237L

237 LIGHTHOUSEMonterey, CA 93940

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RM724S
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RM724S

724 Spencer StMonterey, CA 93940
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150 Hawthorne St
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150 Hawthorne St

150 Hawthorne StMonterey, CA 93940
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RM1972I
1 Bedroom Apartments

RM1972I

1972 Irving AveMonterey, CA 93940
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X456S - OLD
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X456S - OLD

456 Spencer StMonterey, CA 93940
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CM251L
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CM251L

251 Lighthouse AveMonterey, CA 93940
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2300 Garden Road
1 Bedroom Apartments

2300 Garden Road

2300 Garden RdMonterey, CA 93940
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416 Estrella Ave
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416 Estrella Ave

416 Estrella AveMonterey, CA 93940

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207 Dunecrest Ave
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207 Dunecrest Ave

207 Dunecrest AveMonterey, CA 93940
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429 Cortes St
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429 Cortes St

429 Cortes StMonterey, CA 93940
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1230 Del Monte Ave
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1230 Del Monte Ave

1230 Del Monte AveMonterey, CA 93940
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862-872 Laine St
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862-872 Laine St

862-872 Laine StMonterey, CA 93940
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440 Dela Vina Ave
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440 Dela Vina Ave

440 Dela Vina AveMonterey, CA 93940
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241 Monroe St
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241 Monroe St

241 Monroe StMonterey, CA 93940
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661 Larkin St
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661 Larkin St

661 Larkin StMonterey, CA 93940
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701 Hawthorne St
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701 Hawthorne St

701 Hawthorne StMonterey, CA 93940
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750 Spencer St
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750 Spencer St

750 Spencer StMonterey, CA 93940
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871 Hawthorne St
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871 Hawthorne St

871 Hawthorne StMonterey, CA 93940

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457 Spencer St
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457 Spencer St

457 Spencer StMonterey, CA 93940
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77 Porta Vista Dr
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77 Porta Vista Dr

77 Porta Vista DrMonterey, CA 93940
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845 Wave St
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845 Wave St

845 Wave StMonterey, CA 93940
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1298 7th St
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1298 7th St

1298 7th StMonterey, CA 93940
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382 Larkin St
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382 Larkin St

382 Larkin StMonterey, CA 93940
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350 Ramona Ave
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350 Ramona Ave

350 Ramona AveMonterey, CA 93940
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Ramona Oaks
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Ramona Oaks

434 Ramona AveMonterey, CA 93940
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800 Parcel St
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800 Parcel St

800 Parcel StMonterey, CA 93940

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Monterey, CA Local Guide

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Monterey 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 19, 2026

There are currently 86 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Monterey, CA that range in price from $1,700 to $5,495. Outer Monterey, Casanova Oak Knoll and Del Monte Grove Laguna Grande are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Monterey with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Outer Monterey24$2,546$1,700
Casanova Oak Knoll11$2,825$1,700
Del Monte Grove Laguna Grande11$2,825$1,700
Villa Del Monte11$2,850$1,700
New Monterey10$2,595$1,795
Skyline Forest10$2,650$1,795
Old Monterey Business District8$2,862$2,200
Old Monterey1$2,650$2,650

Largest Available Monterey 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Monterey, CA is found at The Independent in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood and is 863 square feet . 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 Monterey:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The IndependentOne Bedroom863 Sq FtCall for Rates
Coastal Senior Residences at The Park LaneThe Seabreeze - One Bedroom770 Sq Ft$5,395
696casa1BR/1.0BA668 Sq Ft$2,150
Pacific Grove Senior Living1 Bed 1 Bath - Peninsula652 Sq Ft$2,250
Surfside ApartmentsOne Bedroom650 Sq Ft$2,650
RM724S1BR/1.0BA600 Sq Ft$2,495
1132-1136 Phoenix Ave525 Sq Ft$1,873
832haw1BR/1.0BA500 Sq Ft$1,875
lasalle1BR/1.0BA435 Sq Ft$1,825

Cheapest Available Monterey 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 19, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Monterey, CA is the 1BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,825 at lasalle in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood. The second most affordable Monterey 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at 832haw starting at $1,875 in the Outer Monterey neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Monterey is currently $3,041. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Monterey:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
lasalle1BR/1.0BA$1,825
832haw1BR/1.0BA$1,875
696casa1BR/1.0BA$2,150
Pacific Grove Senior Living1 Bed 1 Bath - Marina$2,250
RM724S1BR/1.0BA$2,495
Surfside ApartmentsOne Bedroom$2,650
The IndependentOne Bedroom$3,200
Coastal Senior Residences at The Park LaneThe Seabreeze - One Bedroom$5,395

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Monterey Overview

Located along the southern tier of the gorgeous Monterey Bay, this prime slice of central California real estate is an excellent option for those eager to discover all the west coast has to offer. A notable artist's community that appeals to a wide range of lifestyles, Monterey rentals have much to offer and are always in demand.

Why live in Monterey, CA?

Home to a wide assortment of cultural hotspots, sweeping oceanic beauty and plenty of charming west coast ambiance, apartments for rent in Monterey have broad appeal with good reason. Fishing is still almost omnipresent around the waterfront bay, and lively bands and quaint boutiques co-exist along the downtown scene. Add to that an enviable climate and some truly welcoming locals, and you have a California zip code well worth bragging over.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Monterey Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Monterey Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Monterey is $3,041.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Monterey Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Monterey is a 863 square feet unit at The Independent.

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