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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Granite counter tops
  • Gas stove
  • Private off-street parking
  • Hardwood flooring throughout

Location

1042 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, USA
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Management

Sterling Property Management

Leasing office

(831) 643-9400

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

1042 Forest Avenue combines a strong overall rating, excellent price and amenity scores, and a convenient location with useful features like granite countertops, a gas stove, private off-street parking, and hardwood flooring throughout. It also stands out for nearby schools, 33 photos for a clearer preview, and pet-friendly conveniences such as nearby pet supply stores, a dog park, grooming services, and pet hospitals.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1042 Forest Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1042 Forest 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

  • High school nearby
  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2 bed1 bath748 sqft$2,600 /mo5 units available

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Amenities for 1042 Forest Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorWindow Coverings

Appliances

Garbage DisposalGas Range
Refrigerator

Tech

Cable Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Bike RacksOff-Street Parking
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: 100%. Security Deposit.

$2,600

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

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Building details

Property details

Units40

About 1042 Forest Avenue

HomeApartments in Pacific Grove 1042 Forest Avenue

BEDS / BATHS: 2/1SQUARE FOOTAGE: ± 748RENTAL PRICE: $2,600.00 per monthDEPOSIT: $2,600.00MANDATORY RESIDENTIAL BENEFIT PACKAGE: $35.00 per monthLEASE TERM: 1 YEAR This 2 bedroom 1 bath unit has everything you need. Hardwood flooring throughout the home. Gas stove and granite counter tops in the kitchen. Private off-street parking. Few blocks away from the Country Club Gate Center. Don't miss out on this opportunity to live in a highly desirable part of PG! ! Sterling Property Management DRE#02083542801 Lighthouse Avenue #109Monterey, CA 93940831-643-9400 EXT. 1008


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 1042 Forest Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1042 Forest 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 1042 Forest Avenue
Price·10A 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.
1042 Forest Avenue offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
1042 Forest Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including bike racks. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1042 Forest Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1042 Forest 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 1042 Forest 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·7A 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.
1042 Forest Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

1042 Forest Avenue is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property

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 1042 Forest Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 miles away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 1.6 miles from public transportation

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Rent trends in Pacific Grove

2-bedroom apartments at 1042 Forest Avenue cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Pacific Grove.

Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Pacific Grove
A table of studio rental data trends in Pacific Grove
MonthMedian Rent
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
April 2026$1,856
May 2026$1,887
June 2026$1,875
July 2026$1,750

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$104,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $104,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,600.
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Schools near 1042 Forest Avenue

Forest Grove Elementary School

1065 congress ave

pacific grove, CA, 93950

K-5Public
A

Child Development Program Naval Support Detachment Monterey

2 la mesa way bldg 439

monterey, CA, 93940

PKPublic

Dual Language Academy of the Monterey Peninsula

225 normandy rd

seaside, CA, 93955

K-8Public
B-

Graves Elementary School

15 mcfadden rd

salinas, CA, 93908

K-8Public

Salinas City Virtual Academy

1210 tyler st

salinas, CA, 93906

K-6Public
C-
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Getting around Pacific Grove near 1042 Forest Ave

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
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 1042 Forest Ave, Pacific Grove

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

6/10
Variety of bars within a short drive

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