California State University, Monterey Bay

Seaside, CA

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California State University, Monterey Bay - Seaside, CA

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There’s nothing hotter than an Otter or cooler than the Monterey Bay

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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 February 2025, the average apartment rent in Seaside, CA is $1,542 for a studio, $1,882 for one bedroom, $2,685 for two bedrooms, and $4,498 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Seaside has increased by 1.5% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 346 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,542/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 504 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,882/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 752 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,685/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,184 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $4,498/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

82

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

68

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Ord Terrace Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

500 Students

6
out of 10

George C. Marshall Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

513 Students

4
out of 10

Del Rey Woods Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

465 Students

4
out of 10

Martin Luther King

Public

Grades K-6

564 Students

3
out of 10

Highland Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

333 Students

2
out of 10

Seaside Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

491 Students

3
out of 10

Seaside High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,130 Students

5
out of 10

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

Airports

  • Monterey Regional

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