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Highlights

  • Hook ups for washing machine and dryer
  • Additional small storage room
  • Newer stainless steel appliances
  • Cozy living room
  • Smaller laundry room
  • Beautifully landscaped

Location

542 Pine Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA
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Property Overview

542 Pine Avenue has received a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.1 out of 10, reflecting its competitiveness in price and value, with a notable price rating of 9. The property offers appealing features such as newer stainless steel appliances and a beautiful landscape, while its location provides excellent access to schools, restaurants, and parks, contributing to a vibrant social environment. With high ratings in amenities and trustworthiness, it presents a strong option for renters seeking a quality living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 542 Pine Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 542 Pine Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath825 sqftThis gorgeous, updated Victorian duplex apartment is located on the ground level. The apartment opens up to a cozy living room with newer LVP flooring, wainscoting and charming Victorian ornamental design on the walls. Off of the living room and the kitchen is a small laundry room with hook ups for a washing machine and dryer. There is an additional small storage room off of the laundry room. The kitchen features new stainless steel appliances. The bathroom has a shower over tub. The bedrooms are light and bright with higher ceilings and large windows. A spacious yard is beautifully landscaped and shared with the upstairs tenant. Excellent location only a few blocks from downtown shopping, restaurants, Lovers Point Beach, the recreation trail and Pacific Grove Schools. Owner pays for sewer, trash and gardening. Tenant responsible for other utilities. Street parking only. One-year lease. No pets.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

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About 542 Pine Avenue

HomeApartments in Pacific Grove 542 Pine Avenue

This gorgeous, updated Victorian duplex apartment is located on the ground level. The apartment opens up to a cozy living room with newer LVP flooring, wainscoting and charming Victorian ornamental design on the walls. Off of the living room and the kitchen is a small laundry room with hook ups for a washing machine and dryer. There is an additional small storage room off of the laundry room. The kitchen features new stainless steel appliances. The bathroom has a shower over tub. The bedrooms are light and bright with higher ceilings and large windows. A spacious yard is beautifully landscaped and shared with the upstairs tenant. Excellent location only a few blocks from downtown shopping, restaurants, Lovers Point Beach, the recreation trail and Pacific Grove Schools. Owner pays for sewer, trash and gardening. Tenant responsible for other utilities. Street parking only. One-year lease. No pets.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 542 Pine Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 542 Pine Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 542 Pine Avenue
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
542 Pine Avenue stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 542 Pine Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
542 Pine Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 542 Pine Avenue does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

542 Pine Avenue is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 29 parks within a mile
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Public transit available nearby

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 131 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • Area has 29 parks and recreation options

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 542 Pine Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away

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Rent trends in Pacific Grove

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Pacific Grove
A table of studio rental data trends in Pacific Grove
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,925
April 2024$1,937
May 2024$1,986
June 2024$1,991
November 2024$2,500
December 2024$2,500
January 2025$2,070
February 2025$1,925
May 2025$1,750
June 2025$1,600
October 2025$2,112
November 2025$2,183
December 2025$2,180
January 2026$2,046
February 2026$2,049

Schools near 542 Pine Avenue

Robert Down Elementary School

485 pine ave

pacific grove, CA, 93950

K-5Public
A

Child Development Program Naval Support Detachment Monterey

2 la mesa way bldg 439

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PKPublic

Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula

225 normandy rd

seaside, CA, 93955

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Graves Elementary School

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Getting around Pacific Grove near 542 Pine Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 542 Pine Ave, Pacific Grove

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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