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City Center Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

City Center Plaza

1530-1534 Fremont BlvdSeaside, CA 93955
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666 Casanova Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

666 Casanova Ave

666 Casanova AveMonterey, CA 93940
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Sloat Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sloat Apartments

650 Sloat AveMonterey, CA 93940
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Seaside, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Seaside, CA

Pricing Updated: 01/21/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Seaside, CA area range in price from $1,515 to $4,675 with an overall median price of $3,542. The three Seaside neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Terrace at $1,600, Cabrillo at $1,515, and Del Monte Heights at $1,515. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Seaside Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Terrace$3,498$1,60022
Cabrillo$3,546$1,51526
Del Monte Heights$3,546$1,51520
Hannon$3,546$1,51523
Highland$3,546$1,51520
Kimball$3,546$1,51523
Laguna Grande$3,546$1,51526
Noche Buena$3,546$1,51523
Olympia$3,546$1,51523
Ord Grove$3,546$1,51523

Cheapest Available Seaside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Seaside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at SunBay Apartments in the Laguna Grande neighborhood priced from $1,985. 456dela in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Seaside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SunBay Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,985
456dela1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,175
233/235 Carmel Ave1 bedroom / 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seaside, CA

As of January 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Seaside area is the $2.75 price per square foot 3x1 Townhouse Reno Model at Monterey Townhouse in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $3,546. The second greatest value Seaside apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at AMI-3050 SUNSET AVE. starting at $2,695 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Outer Monterey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Seaside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Monterey Townhouse3x1 Townhouse Reno3BR,1BA$2.75
AMI-3050 SUNSET AVE.2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.99
3039 Marina Drive - Marina3039m08a2BR,1.5BA$3.13
The IndependentOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.71
Crescent Bay Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.31
Bella Linda ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$3.26
456dela1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.48
233/235 Carmel Ave1 bedroom / 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$3.66
394 Reservation Rd1 bedroom 1 bath1BR,1BA$3.83
943 Casanova Ave, Unit Studio943 Casanova AveStudio ,1BA$3.68

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Seaside Overview

Seaside, CA is located just a little over two miles northeast of Monterey, CA. Seaside used to be named East Monterey. It’s on the southern part of picturesque Monterey Bay. The population of Seaside is a little over 33,000, and the population density is 3,810 per square mile. Seaside is a coastal town with a very laid-back vibe. One of the major employers in Seaside, CA is the Defense Manpower Data Center.

Why live in Seaside, CA?

Seaside apartments are a great place to be if you’re looking to escape the chaos of big city living. It’s a quiet, coastal community with friendly people and a relaxed atmosphere. Seaside appeals to people who want to get to know their neighbors and have people know them by name. Another great reason to live in Seaside is its affordability and accessibility. Seaside is just minutes away from some of the most desirable towns in California. You can enjoy the coastal California lifestyle without having to pay the prices of the more well-known towns.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Seaside Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Seaside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Seaside Apartment is $1,985 at SunBay Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Seaside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Seaside is starting from $2,200 at Bella Linda Apartments.

What is the most affordable Seaside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Seaside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at SeaBreeze Apartment Homes and starts from $3,450.

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