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Broker Associate, Compass
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CSUMB · YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
What brings you to CSUMB?
You might be moving in, here for your student, or back on familiar streets. Let’s start with your part of the story.
Let’s find your place in the day-to-day.
The right home needs to work on an ordinary Tuesday, too. Tell us about your routine, the places you’ll need to reach, and what matters when you walk back through your own front door.
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A CLOSER LOOK
Downtown Marina · 2.2 mi to CSUMB
$575,0002 beds · 2 baths · 1,120 sq ft
MLS ML82053220 · Gary Paul Baker · Monterey Coast Realty · MLSListings · Property Information © 2026 MLSListings Inc. All rights reserved. Certain information contained herein is derived from information which is the licensed property of, and copyrighted by, MLSListings Inc. ↗Listing checked 2026-10-07. Confirm current price and availability.
Checked 2026-10-07. Prices and availability may change. *Straight-line miles to California State University, Monterey Bay campus reference point. Walking and driving routes differ.
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Saved CSUMB Listing Snapshot
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30Saved Homes for Sale
30Saved Rental Listings
$438,000 – $2,295,000Purchase Price Range
$1,945 – $5,350/moRental Price Range
$1,237,000Median List Price
$3,773/moMedian Rent
Property types: Condo, Single Family, Multi Family, Townhouse, Apartment. Neighborhoods: Seaside, Marina, Monterey Bay, Downtown Marina, Central Marina, University Village, Marina Heights, Ord Terrace, South Marina. Asking prices describe this selection of listings.
Plan Your Housing Around CSUMB
Can your student live off campus yet?
Confirm the housing options and university requirements that apply to your student before committing to an off-campus plan.
Review housing resources →Which campus building are you heading to?
Start with the building you will use. Compare the actual walking, driving or transit route from the property.
Find the campus on a map ↗What will the whole year cost?
Include the full lease term, utilities, food, transportation and upfront costs. On the ownership side, include financing, taxes, insurance, fees and upkeep.
Compare renting and buying →OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING · SCHOOL-RANKED ANSWERS
Top off-campus housing questions for CSUMB.
Ranked from current university guidance and recurring off-campus search intent. The first four stay visible; six more are one tap away so the MPS stays fast to scan.
How much does off-campus housing near California State University, Monterey Bay really cost?
Studio $1,641/mo · 1 BR $2,012/mo · 2 BR $2,890/mo · 3 BR $4,106/mo · September 2026. The figures describe the cited source's rental-market area, not a campus-radius, neighborhood, student-only or property-specific rate. Individual leases and mandatory fees vary.
Open the exact answer →Where should I live off campus near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Start with the campus building you use most, your commute, and your total monthly budget—not a generic “best neighborhood” list. Compare current CSUMB rentals by distance, route, price, parking or transit, and the day-to-day places you actually need.
Open the exact answer →How should I compare commuting, transit, and parking for housing near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Measure the trip to the building you actually use. Compare walking, biking, transit, driving, parking availability and cost, late-day service, and the backup plan—not just straight-line miles.
Open the exact answer →What should I know about leases, guarantors, and deposits near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Read the actual lease before paying. Confirm the term, rent and fees, guarantor or screening rules, deposit, utilities, renewal, early termination, subletting, roommate liability, and move-out obligations.
Open the exact answer →See 6 more off-campus housing questions +
How do I find and choose roommates for off-campus housing near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Choose roommates before you choose a lease when possible. Compare budget, payment responsibility, schedules, guests, cleaning, pets, summer plans, and what happens if someone leaves early.
Open the exact answer →How do I avoid rental scams and evaluate off-campus housing near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Verify the listing, property, and person before paying. Be cautious with unusually low rent, pressure to pay quickly, inability to tour, mismatched ownership details, and demands for wire transfers, gift cards, crypto, or other hard-to-recover payments.
Open the exact answer →When should I start looking for off-campus housing near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Start by learning the local leasing cycle well before your move date, but do not copy another school’s calendar. Availability, renewal deadlines, lease starts, and roommate timing vary by campus market and property.
Open the exact answer →What should I check about utilities, pets, parking, and subletting near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Ask what is included and what is restricted before you compare prices. Utilities, internet, furnishing, parking, pets, guests, occupancy, subletting, and summer lease obligations can change both cost and fit.
Open the exact answer →What renter and tenant rights should I know near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Tenant rights depend on state and local law. Keep the signed lease, document the unit at move-in, put repair requests in writing, understand notice and deposit rules, and use the applicable local or state authority for legal questions.
Open the exact answer →How do subleases, relets, and short-term housing work near California State University, Monterey Bay?
Start with the lease, not the listing label. Confirm whether subletting or reletting is allowed, who remains liable, any approval or fee, the exact dates, furnishing, utilities, and what happens if the replacement tenant does not pay.
Open the exact answer →CSUMB Housing Costs
Compare your campus housing offer with a private lease.
Compare room type, dining, utilities and the entire contract term. Ask the housing office for the current rate for your assignment.
Explore CSUMB housing questions →Should You Rent or Buy Near CSUMB?
Compare renting and owning with the assumptions that matter to your plan.
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Illustrative starting scenario
Monthly rent$1,350/mo
Estimated ownership cost$3,980/mo
Find Your Path Near California State University, Monterey Bay
Parent Buyer
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Learn More →Renter / Student Housing
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Investor
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Learn More →Seller
Discuss your property, preparation, and sale timing.
Learn More →Out-of-State Family
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Learn More →Faculty / Staff / Relocation
Compare housing around your campus and daily commute.
Learn More →Explore CSUMB Neighborhoods
Compare locations and the individual property with Lori.
Seaside
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Homes for sale | Rentals
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Marina
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Monterey Bay
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Frequently Asked Questions
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?+
Review the property, intended occupancy and your assumptions with a financing professional licensed for California.
MOVING FOR WORK
Faculty & staff housing near CSUMB
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More answers near CSUMB
Food & restaurants near CSUMB
Browse 2 sourced questions about local food and restaurants, with ratings, review counts, prices, locations, directions and source links.
50 current housing-cost answers for CSUMB
Current 1-bedroom $2,012/mo · 2-bedroom $2,890/mo · 3-bedroom $4,106/mo · median sale price $799,600. Rent, mortgage, down-payment and insurance math with source links.
Condo insurance near California State University, Monterey Bay
For a condo, you usually need two layers: the HOA’s master policy for the building/common areas and your own HO-6 policy for the inside of your unit, personal belongings, liability, and loss of use. Standard policies do not cover earthquakes, and California says floods and landslides also require separate coverage.
Investment properties near California State University, Monterey Bay
CSUMB’s own housing pages point investors toward the Monterey Bay market around campus, especially Marina and Seaside, and they note off-campus apartments in the Monterey, Marina and Seaside area. The school also confirms that it offers faculty and staff housing options near campus.
CSUMB library closing time
At California State University, Monterey Bay, the Tanimura & Antle Family Memorial Library closes at 11:00 p.m. on Monday through Thursday, 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, and 11:00 p.m. on Sunday during Fall 2026. The official library hours page lists those Fall 2026 hours, while the main library page shows the same standard weekly schedule.
Off-campus housing options for CSUMB students in Seaside, Marina, and Monterey
CSUMB says it does not directly provide off-campus housing, but students looking near campus can rent apartments, townhomes, and houses in the Monterey, Marina, and Seaside area. The school also links to several local property management companies as starting points.
CSUMB housing HVAC repair reporting in Seaside, CA
A student should report an HVAC problem in campus housing through the MyHousing Portal as a work order, and an emergency should be reported by phone first.
When should I start looking for a place to live around California State University, Monterey Bay for the fall of '28?
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how does a student report an HVAC problem near California State University, Monterey Bay?
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A concise independent visual tour of the Cal State Monterey Bay campus.
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