
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA from $1,400 (12 Rentals)
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Carmel, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carmel?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carmel Studio Apartments | $2,236 | $1,750 | $2,500 |
Carmel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,636 | $1,795 | $3,150 |
Carmel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,488 | $2,450 | $4,300 |
Carmel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,372 | $3,950 | $4,795 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carmel, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/22/2025Current apartment rentals in the Carmel, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Carmel Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Carmel By The Sea | $4,795 | $1,850 | 335 |
Cheapest Available Carmel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel, CA is a Studio unit found at 696casa in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood priced from $1,650. 456dela in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carmel apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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696casa | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
456dela | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
DayStar Apartments | 2bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,795 |
Footprints on the Bay | Seascape | 1BR,1BA | $2,900 |
675 Jefferson Street - Monterey | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA and Nearby
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel area is the $2.86 price per square foot 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath Model at 675 Jefferson Street - Monterey in the in the Monterey Vista neighborhood starting from $2,925. The second greatest value Carmel 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 Carmel apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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675 Jefferson Street - Monterey | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.86 |
Surfside Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.11 |
Footprints on the Bay | Seabreeze | 2BR,1BA | $4.32 |
Monterey Pines Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Pacific Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.19 |
DayStar Apartments | 2bedroom 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.86 |
456dela | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
696casa | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.57 |
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Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carmel Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carmel?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carmel is at 696casa listed at $1,650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carmel Apartment is $2,225 at 456dela.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carmel Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carmel is starting from $2,795 at DayStar Apartments.
What is the most affordable Carmel Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carmel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $3,950.
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