Off-Campus Housing Resources
While Cal State Monterey Bay doesn’t directly provide off-campus housing, we’re here to provide you with information and resources to support you in your apartment search.
Average Rent in the Monterey Bay Area
All CSU campuses are required to identify the average monthly rental cost of an apartment in the local area.
According to a 2025 housing market survey, the average monthly rate for a two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment within a 10-mile radius of campus was $2,122.
This includes the Monterey, Marina and Seaside areas. Outside of the immediate area, rates will vary from town to town depending on location, square footage and amenities.
Comparing On-Campus and Off-Campus Apartments Rates
CSUMB’s East Campus Apartments are open to upper-level and graduate students, as well as students with families. Here’s how the prices compare for two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartments.
| Average Monthly Cost | |
|---|---|
|
CSUMB East Campus |
$1,184.84 |
|
Off-Campus Apartment |
$2,122.00 |
Off-Campus Housing Links and Resources
CSUMB, its corporation and the Office of Student Housing and Residential Life do not manage or endorse any off-campus apartment listings. This information is intended for educational purposes only, and students are responsible for conducting their own research and due diligence.
Property Management Companies
- Abrams Park Apartments
- Crescent Bay Apartments
- Sea Breeze Apartments
- The Shoreline at Monterey Bay
- Mosaic Student Housing
- SunBay Apartments