SunBay Apartments
5200 Coe Ave,
Seaside, CA 93955
$2,485 - $2,950
2 Beds
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA
California State University, Monterey Bay - Seaside, CA Area Guide
There’s nothing hotter than an Otter or cooler than the Monterey Bay
CSUMB
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Cal State Monterey Bay
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Otters
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Friendly
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Close-Knit
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Founded by educators and community leaders in 1994 on the former site of Fort Ord, California State University Monterey Bay prepares graduates to be productive, responsible, and ethical contributors to California and the global community. Students receive personal attention in small classes while pursuing degrees in 25 undergraduate and seven graduate majors at Cal State Monterey Bay. Situated just one mile from the shores of the beautiful Monterey Bay, CSUMB is nearby a variety of houses, townhomes, and apartments available for rent in Marina, Seaside, and Monterey. Access to Cabrillo Highway, MST, and Monterey Regional Airport allows for simple commutes and travels from the CSUMB campus. A range of diverse and active student organizations, NCAA Division II Otter athletics, cultural events, traditions, artistic performances, and recreational opportunities contribute to the lively campus atmosphere at CSUMB. Adjacent to Fort Ord Dunes State Park, CSUMB is close to a number of pristine beaches, redwood forests, and tidepools. San Francisco, San Jose, Big Sur, and Salinas are all less than a two-hour drive from CSUMB as well.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Seaside, CA is $1,641 for a studio, $1,948 for one bedroom, $2,857 for two bedrooms, and $4,406 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Seaside has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
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Studio
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341 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,641/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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518 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,948/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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772 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,857/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,184 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$4,406/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly California State University, Monterey Bay - Seaside, CA (University) is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Essentials are more spread out in California State University, Monterey Bay - Seaside, CA (University), so everyday errands require more planning.
Limited Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
30
/ 100
Few to No Café Options Nearby
Cafes
10
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
40
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in California State University, Monterey Bay - Seaside, CA (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
10
/ 100
Not Noisy
Quiet Score
90
/ 100
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Grades K-5
390 Students
Public
Grades K-5
516 Students
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Grades K-5
548 Students
International School Of Monterey
Public
Grades K-8
439 Students
Public
Grades K-5
397 Students
International School Of Monterey
Public
Grades K-8
439 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
521 Students
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day Middle
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 9-12
1,073 Students
Monterey Peninsula Unified School District Community Day
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Parks and Recreation
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park
- Monterey Institute for Research in Astronomy
- Marina State Beach
- Monterey State Beach
- Salinas River National Wildlife Refuge
Military Bases
Airports
- Monterey Regional
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