
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA from $1,400 (15 Rentals)
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445 Ramona Ave, Unit B

26208 Atherton Dr

Monterey Pines Apartments

1074-1078 Third St

Footprints on the Bay

43 Laureles Grade
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 | $2,148 | $1,750 | $2,500 |
Carmel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,607 | $2,000 | $3,150 |
Carmel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $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: 04/06/2025Current 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 | 30 |
Cheapest Available Carmel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 456dela in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood priced from $2,225. Monterey Pines Apartments in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,400. 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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456dela | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,225 |
Monterey Pines Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
675 Jefferson Street - Monterey | 2 Bed / 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,925 |
Surfside Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $3,050 |
486 Monroe St | 486 Monroe St | 2BR,1BA | $3,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA and Nearby
As of April 06, 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 302 Ocean Ave Model at 302 Ocean Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,500 with a $2.50 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 |
302 Ocean Ave, Unit 2 | 302 Ocean Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Surfside Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.11 |
Footprints on the Bay | Seabreeze | 2BR,1BA | $4.15 |
Monterey Pines Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
486 Monroe St | 486 Monroe St | 2BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Pacific Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.19 |
456dela | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
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Walk Score®
67 / 100
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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 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 $2,925 at 675 Jefferson Street - Monterey.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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