
Cheap Homes for Rent in Carmel, CA from $1,500 (7 Rentals)
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339 Vía Paraiso, Unit Downstairs

2951 Club Rd
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480 San Bernabe Dr

263 Monroe St

26052 CA-1
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463 Reeside Ave
Carmel, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Carmel?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carmel 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,898 | $3,200 | $8,000 |
Carmel 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,837 | $3,999 | $8,000 |
Carmel 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,320 | $4,600 | $7,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carmel, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/01/2025Current 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 | $7,000 | $1,600 | 30 |
Cheapest Available Carmel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carmel, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at 464-472 Ramona Avenue - Monterey in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood priced from $3,000. Surfside Apartments in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $3,050. 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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464-472 Ramona Avenue - Monterey | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,000 |
Surfside Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $3,050 |
Pacific Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA and Nearby
As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carmel area is the $2.80 price per square foot 255 Larkin St Model at 255 Larkin St, Unit No. 3 in the in the Villa Del Monte neighborhood starting from $2,795. 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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255 Larkin St, Unit No. 3 | 255 Larkin St | 2BR,1BA | $2.80 |
Surfside Apartments | Plan B | 2BR,1.5BA | $3.11 |
464-472 Ramona Avenue - Monterey | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.17 |
262 Clay St, Unit 3 | 262 Clay St | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
Footprints on the Bay | Seabreeze | 2BR,1BA | $3.81 |
Monterey Pines Apartments | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Pacific Pines | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carmel
What type of rentals are currently available in Carmel?
There are currently 197 Apartments for Rent in Carmel, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $3,900. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carmel ranging from $1,580 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carmel?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carmel ranges from $1,580 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,604.
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