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Lori Hill
Broker Associate, Compass
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BUY NEAR CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, MONTEREY BAY
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California State University, Monterey Bay · Seaside, CA · Compare the home, the commute and the complete ownership plan.
California State University, Monterey BaySeaside, CA
Current homes in the CSUMB sale view · checked Oct 7, 2026Change college
CSUMB MARKET SNAPSHOT
Current homes and rents, at a glance.
Published inventory for the CSUMB housing decision. These figures describe this listing sample, not citywide market trends.Homes for sale
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Current displayed rental inventoryPublished property inventory · confirm current availability with the listing source.View current CSUMB homes →
California State University, Monterey Bay · MARKET CONTEXT
Put the purchase in context.
University demand and local housing benchmarks, with the location and reporting period kept beside each number.
University & housing details Definitions, dates and sources
City median sale price $799,600
Median sale price for the cited city housing market; not a campus-only or student-property price.
Seaside, CA · 2026-07 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗1 bedroom rent reference $2,012/mo
Saved source-specific rental reference. Scope is the cited city or off-campus market guide; not median rent, per-bed rent, or a live quote.
Seaside, CA · 2026-09 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗City sale-price change 2.3%
Year-over-year change paired with the saved city median sale-price series.
Seaside, CA · 2026-07 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗Studio rent reference $1,641/mo
Saved source-specific rental reference. Scope is the cited city or off-campus market guide; not median rent, per-bed rent, or a live quote.
Seaside, CA · 2026-09 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗2 bedrooms rent reference $2,890/mo
Saved source-specific rental reference. Scope is the cited city or off-campus market guide; not median rent, per-bed rent, or a live quote.
Seaside, CA · 2026-09 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗3 bedrooms rent reference $4,106/mo
Saved source-specific rental reference. Scope is the cited city or off-campus market guide; not median rent, per-bed rent, or a live quote.
Seaside, CA · 2026-09 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗Campus housing policy CSUMB requires first-year and sophomore students who do not live in Monterey, Santa Cruz or San Benito counties to live in university housing. First-year students seeking cancellation must submit a Live-On Requirement Exception Request.
Official housing policy summary preserved verbatim from the saved source record.
Seaside, CA · 2026-27 · Checked 2026-09-07Saved school cost intelligence ↗Before choosing off-campus housing: CSUMB requires first-year and sophomore students who do not live in Monterey, Santa Cruz or San Benito counties to live in university housing. First-year students seeking cancellation must submit a Live-On Requirement Exception Request. University housing policy ↗ Checked 2026-09-07
University figures and citywide housing data cover different populations and periods. They do not establish achievable rent, occupancy or investment returns for a specific property.
REAL HOMES. REAL NUMBERS. BRIGHTER FUTURES.
Homes near California State University, Monterey Bay
Compare campus proximity, ownership costs and the four-year numbers — not just listing prices.
Available homes · Sorted by distance
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$1,349,000
Marina Heights · 0.8 miles to CSUMB
▱ 4 bedrooms ♙ 3 bathrooms ▦ 3,074 sq ft ⌂ Single Family
Why this home surfacedclose to campus, roommate flexibility — then compare the full ownership cost and post-graduation plan.
Current published selection · last checked 2026-10-07. Confirm prices and availability. Distances are straight-line to campus.
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WHERE THE HOME CHANGES THE DAILY ROUTINE
Compare CSUMB neighborhoods like a buyer
Price is only one variable. Compare the property type, recurring building costs and the actual trip to your CSUMB destination.
$1.3M – $2.3MPublished asking-price sampleSeaside
Published sample homes2.5 mi median campus distanceSingle Family
CSUMB includes Seaside in its local off-campus housing survey. Compare the exact home with the campus entrance and classroom you use; the university’s regional survey is not a quote or availability check for a Seaside apartment.
Lori’s checklistCheck the route to the building you will use.Explore Seaside →
$438K – $1.7MPublished asking-price sampleMarina
Published sample homes1.6 mi median campus distanceCondo + Single Family
Marina is included in CSUMB’s local housing comparison. The university lists its East Campus apartments separately from private rentals. Confirm which housing program, eligibility rules and full lease costs apply to the home you are considering.
Lori’s checklistCheck the route to the building you will use.Explore Marina →
CSUMB area guideConfirm current availabilityMonterey Bay
CSUMB’s 2025 local survey covers Monterey, Marina and Seaside. Those are distinct searches within the Monterey Bay area; the school notes that costs beyond its immediate survey area vary with the town and property.
Lori’s checklistCheck the route to the building you will use.Explore Monterey Bay →
Rent vs. own near CSUMB: start with the same time horizon
Compare published CSUMB-area rent evidence with a principal-and-interest starting point, then add the costs that make ownership real.
$2,695/moPublished monthly rent benchmark for this bedroom count4 YearsComparison horizon
Turn this into a complete CSUMB ownership scenario.
- Add taxes, insurance, HOA and repairs
- Stress-test any roommate contribution
- Plan the sale, rental or hold after graduation
PROPERTY + FINANCING, KEPT SEPARATE
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Lori helps evaluate the home and neighborhood. CollegeHousing.ai keeps the CSUMB property context attached between them.CSUMB-AREA REAL ESTATE
Lori Hill
Broker Associate · Compass
- Property tours and offer strategy
- Neighborhood and building context
- Condo rules, condition and resale questions
CSUMB BUYING INTELLIGENCE
Go deeper without losing your place
Choose the question that matches your housing plan, review the school-specific evidence, then return to the homes you are comparing.
PARENT BUYING GUIDEBuying Housing Near California State University, Monterey BayWho owns, who lives there, the true monthly cost and the plan after graduation.Read guide →NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDENeighborhoods Near CSUMBCompare campus routes, housing types and the surrounding Seaside tradeoffs.Read guide →INVESTOR GUIDECSUMB Housing Investment GuideRent evidence, operating costs, financing and exit-plan questions for a campus-area property.Read guide →
See all CSUMB guides →QUESTIONS BUYERS ASK
CSUMB home-buying answers
Who is the local Realtor for CSUMB?
Lori Hill of Compass is the CollegeHousing.ai real estate contact for California State University, Monterey Bay.
How can I schedule a callback with Lori?
Use Schedule a Callback and include your preferred day and time, housing plan and contact details. You can also call 831-588-7552. Appointment availability is confirmed with the professional.
How should I compare renting and buying?
Compare the complete housing arrangements, upfront cash, monthly costs, expected time near campus and plan after graduation. The rent-vs-buy calculator provides an editable illustration.
Who can help review financing?
A state-appropriate financing professional can help review your financing options. Share the property, intended occupancy and your assumptions for an eligibility review.
Is CollegeHousing.ai affiliated with CSUMB?
CollegeHousing.ai and the local professionals are independent of California State University, Monterey Bay.
How do I confirm current property availability?
Ask Lori for current properties that fit your budget and timing. Confirm availability, price, lease or sale terms, and the specific address before making plans.
MOVING FOR WORK
Faculty & staff housing near CSUMB
Compare buying, renting, neighborhoods and your commute to work.
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