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Rental Market Trends in Carmel Valley, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Carmel Valley, CA is $1,743/month.

Rent in Carmel Valley is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,743/month

Average Rent

691 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.9%

Change / Year

13

Available Apartments

Carmel Valley rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Carmel Valley average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Carmel Valley average $1,743 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Carmel Valley average $2,153 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Carmel Valley average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,743/month
691 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,153/month
447 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$6,107/month
2,013 Sq Ft
View Carmel Valley Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Carmel Valley, CA?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $33 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Carmel Valley, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Carmel Valley, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
67% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Carmel Valley, CA?

Because the average rent in Carmel Valley is $1,743, you’ll want to make about $5,810 per month or $69,720 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Carmel Valley, CA

13 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Carmel Valley, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Carmel Valley, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Carmel

    Carmel

    Avg Rent: $1,261/month

  • Soledad

    Soledad

    Avg Rent: $869/month

  • Monterey

    Monterey

    Avg Rent: $2,212/month

  • Carmel-by-the-Sea

    Carmel-by-the-Sea

    Avg Rent: $1,521/month

  • Seaside

    Seaside

    Avg Rent: $2,014/month

  • Sand City

    Sand City

    Avg Rent: $3,207/month

Apartment Communities in Carmel Valley We Think You'll Love

11671 Hidden Vly Rd

11671 Hidden Vly Rd

11671 Hidden Vly Rd,
Carmel Valley, CA 93924

1 Bed | $1,500

10456 Fairway Ln

10456 Fairway Ln

10456 Fairway Ln,
Carmel, CA 93923

3 Beds | $7,950

22 Paso Cresta

22 Paso Cresta

22 Paso Cresta,
Carmel Valley, CA 93924

3 Beds | $4,200

344 Country Club Dr

344 Country Club Dr

344 Country Club Dr,
Carmel Valley, CA 93924

3 Beds | $7,600

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Carmel Valley?

The average rent in Carmel Valley is $1,743 per month, which is 4.7% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Carmel Valley?

The average rent for a house in Carmel Valley, CA is $6,107 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Carmel Valley?

Rents in Carmel Valley, CA are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $33 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Carmel Valley?

In Carmel Valley, CA, 67% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Carmel Valley Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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