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City Center Plaza
1 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 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: 06/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Seaside, CA area range in price from $1,975 to $6,995 with an overall median price of $4,600. The three Seaside neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cabrillo at $1,975, Del Monte Heights at $1,975, and Hannon at $1,975. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Seaside Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cabrillo$4,600$1,9756
Del Monte Heights$4,600$1,9755
Hannon$4,600$1,9755
Highland$4,600$1,9755
Kimball$4,600$1,9755
Laguna Grande$4,600$1,9756
Noche Buena$4,600$1,9755
Olympia$4,600$1,9755
Ord Grove$4,600$1,9754
Ord Terrace$4,600$1,9754

Cheapest Available Seaside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Seaside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 3068 Redwood Dr in the Outer Monterey neighborhood priced from $1,400. Bella Linda Apartments in the Outer Monterey neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Seaside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
3068 Redwood Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,400
Bella Linda ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$2,200
Monterey TownhouseStudio RenoStudio,1BA$2,448

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Seaside, CA

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Seaside area is the $0.59 price per square foot Student Housing Bed Model at 225 Cypress Ave - Marina in the in the Outer Monterey neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Seaside apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath Model at 451 Dela Vina Ave #207 - Monterey starting at $3,100 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the Villa Del Monte 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.
225 Cypress Ave - MarinaStudent Housing Bed1BR,1BA$0.59
451 Dela Vina Ave #207 - Monterey2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$3.02
205 Dunecrest Ave, Unit 1205 Dunecrest Ave2BR,2BA$3.30
Surfside ApartmentsPlan B2BR,1.5BA$3.11
464 Ramona Avenue - Monterey2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.07
The IndependentOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.83
The Gates at the Marina Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.68
Bella Linda ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$3.26
3068 Redwood Dr1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.62
1191 Birch Ave, Unit Studio behind the gate1191 Birch AveStudio ,1BA$4.06

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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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Getting Around Seaside, CA

Walk Score®

82 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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 $1,400 at 3068 Redwood Dr.

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 Seagrove and starts from $4,732.

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