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Highlights

  • Elevator
  • Reserved off-street parking

Location

131 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, USA|New Monterey
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Management

Sterling Property Management

Leasing office

(831) 643-9400

Open 

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm PT

Property Overview

131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey offers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, driven by a perfect price score and excellent amenities, location, and detailed listing information. Residents benefit from reserved off-street parking, an elevator, walkable access to extensive dining, arts, and entertainment options, as well as nearby public transit. The area’s high density of parks and cultural venues, plus a top-rated elementary school within close distance, further enhances its appeal.

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, 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey 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
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

131L092 bed1 bath943 sqft$2,600 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey

Apartment Amenities

CarpetWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
MicrowaveRefrigerator

Tech

Electronic Thermostat

Building

Controlled AccessElevator
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

GateOff-Street Parking
Storage

Neighborhood

Transportation
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

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

Units14
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About 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey

HomeApartments in MontereyNew Monterey 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey

Unit # 1 Bay ViewBEDS / BATHS: 2/1RENTAL PRICE: $2,700.00 per monthDEPOSIT AMOUNT: $2,700.00LEASE TERM:1 YEARUTILITIES: Sewer and Garbage MANDATORY RESIDENTIAL BENEFIT PACKAGE: $35.00 per monthLEASE TERM: 1 yearUnit #9BEDS / BATHS: 2/1RENTAL PRICE: $2,600.00 per monthDEPOSIT AMOUNT: $2,600.00LEASE TERM:1 YEARUTILITIES: Sewer and Garbage MANDATORY RESIDENTIAL BENEFIT PACKAGE: $35.00 per monthLEASE TERM: 1 year2-Bedroom, 1-Bathroom Apartment for RentThe building offers amenities like coin-operated laundry rooms, reserved off-street parking, and an elevator. Call Sterling Property Management if you are interested or visit our website sterlingmonterey. com to apply!Photos may be of a similar unit.


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, 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey 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 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey
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.
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey 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.
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including controlled access. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey 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.
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey 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 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey 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.
131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey 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.

131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 35 parks within a mile
  • Thermostats
  • Public transit available nearby

Social life

  • 205 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 38 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 60 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 126 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in New Monterey

2-bedroom apartments at 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in New Monterey.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
New Monterey
Monterey
A table of studio rental data trends in Monterey
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,395
June 2024$1,421
July 2024$1,395
August 2024$1,395
September 2024$1,395
October 2024$1,395
November 2024$1,395
December 2024$1,395
January 2025$1,395
February 2025$1,395
March 2025$1,395
April 2025$1,611
May 2025$1,471
June 2025$1,395
July 2025$1,395
August 2025$1,395
September 2025$1,547
October 2025$1,395
November 2025$1,395
December 2025$1,442
January 2026$1,395
February 2026$1,395
March 2026$1,420
April 2026$1,407
May 2026$1,395
A table of studio rental data trends in New Monterey
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,862
July 2024$1,806
August 2024$1,812
March 2026$1,894
April 2026$1,878

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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 131 Lighthouse Avenue - Monterey

Monte Vista

251 soledad dr

monterey, CA, 93940

K-8Public
B+

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

Monterey County Special Education

901 blanco cir

salinas, CA, 93912

K-12Public
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Getting around Monterey near 131 Lighthouse Ave

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

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

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 131 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

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
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

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