
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA from $1,400 (19 Rentals)
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Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace

Pointe at Westlake

The Shangri La Apartments

Cambridge Court

SeaBreeze Apartment Homes

Pacific Grove - Senior Apartments

Northridge Park

Ocean View at Pacific Grove Apartments

Pointe at Northridge

19115 Garden Valley Way

347 8th St

409 N Vanderhurst Ave

324-B S 2nd St

1217 Amador Ave

500 Glenwood Cir
Big Sur, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Big Sur?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Big Sur Studio Apartments | $2,103 | $1,450 | $2,600 |
Big Sur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,657 | $1,700 | $5,436 |
Big Sur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,518 | $1,626 | $8,372 |
Big Sur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,164 | $1,878 | $4,732 |
Big Sur 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $2,095 | $2,095 |
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Cheapest Available Big Sur Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Big Sur, CA is a Studio unit found at Bella Linda Apartments in the Outer Monterey neighborhood priced from $1,450. Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,626. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Big Sur apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bella Linda Apartments | Studio 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,626 |
Cambridge Court | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,877 |
Marina Crescent | Sea Doo | 1BR,1BA | $2,088 |
Pacific Grove - Senior Apartments | Lakepark | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Big Sur, CA and Nearby
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Big Sur area is the $2.84 price per square foot 2x1AR1T2 Model at Woodside Park in the in the West Salinas neighborhood starting from $2,865. The second greatest value Big Sur apartment is the Plan B Model at Surfside Apartments starting at $3,050 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Big Sur apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Woodside Park | 2x1AR1T2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.84 |
Surfside Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.11 |
Pointe at Westlake | Lassen | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
Sheridan Park | 2x1 downstairs renovated | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Plaza Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Santa Lucia | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.23 |
Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Cypress Landing | Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
Northridge Park | The Soraya | 1BR,1BA | $2.98 |
Pointe at Northridge | Del Mar | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Big Sur Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Big Sur?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Big Sur is at Bella Linda Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Sur Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Big Sur Apartment is $1,700 at Bella Linda Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Big Sur Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Big Sur is starting from $1,626 at Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace.
What is the most affordable Big Sur Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Big Sur Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Walnut Place & Walnut Terrace and starts from $1,878.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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