
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Del Mar, CA from $1,700 (22 Rentals)
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Park Place Del Mar

13754 Mango Dr

Ocean Avenue by the Sea
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El Adobe

Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community

Elan Sandpiper Del Mar

Solana Mar Apartments

Elan Solana Pointe

12362 Carmel Country Rd, Unit 304

The Club Torrey Pines
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12269 Carmel Vista Rd

3877 Pell Pl

3850 Elijah Ct

3887 Pell Pl

3540 Caminito El Rincon

3601 Bernwood Pl

12580 Carmel Creek Rd
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Del Mar, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Mar?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Del Mar Studio Apartments | $2,814 | $2,295 | $3,400 |
| Cheap Del Mar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,461 | $2,150 | $4,715 |
| Cheap Del Mar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,297 | $2,995 | $8,906 |
| Cheap Del Mar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,451 | $4,795 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Del Mar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,772 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Del Mar, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/10/2026Current apartment rentals in the Del Mar, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Del Mar Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| North City | $17,772 | $2,150 | 36 |
Cheapest Available Del Mar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Del Mar, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Terraces at Del Mar in the Del Mar Heights neighborhood priced from $2,700. The Club Torrey Pines in the Torrey Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,768. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Del Mar apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraces at Del Mar | One Bedroom Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,768 |
| El Adobe | 0/1 | Studio,1BA | $2,950 |
| Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,100 |
| Del Mar Ridge | Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $3,670 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar, CA
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Del Mar area is the $4.28 price per square foot 2 Bed Model at Cedros Gardens in the in the North Rios neighborhood starting from $6,100. The second greatest value Del Mar apartment is the Belmont Model at Del Mar Ridge starting at $3,670 with a $2.79 price per square foot in the Torrey Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Mar apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedros Gardens | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $4.28 |
| Del Mar Ridge | Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| RIVA | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.97 |
| Solana Mar Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.76 |
| Signature Point | AR | 2BR,2BA | $4.45 |
| One Paseo Living | 1 X 1 A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.26 |
| Terraces at Del Mar | One Bedroom Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| El Adobe | 0/1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.92 |
| Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Mar Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Apartment is $2,700 at Terraces at Del Mar.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Del Mar Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Del Mar is starting from $3,295 at The Club Torrey Pines.
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