
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Del Mar, CA from $1,700 (15 Rentals)
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The Club Torrey Pines

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12530 Carmel Creek Rd, Unit 129

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Ocean Crest

3514 Caminito El Rincon

3609 Bernwood Pl
Del Mar, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Mar?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Del Mar Studio Apartments | $2,637 | $2,100 | $3,065 |
Cheap Del Mar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,643 | $2,195 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Del Mar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,658 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Del Mar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,417 | $4,465 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Del Mar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,995 | $6,995 | $6,995 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Del Mar, CA
Pricing Updated: 07/30/2025Current 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 |
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North City | $5,355 | $2,195 | 15 |
Cheapest Available Del Mar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Del Mar, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Club Torrey Pines in the Torrey Hills neighborhood priced from $2,372. Ocean Crest in the North Rios neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,759. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Del Mar apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Club Torrey Pines | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,372 |
Ocean Crest | Catalina | 1BR,1BA | $2,759 |
Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,065 |
Sierra Seaside Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,395 |
One Paseo Living | 1 X 1 A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,525 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Mar area is the $3.31 price per square foot The Coronado Model at Ocean Crest in the in the North Rios neighborhood starting from $3,131. The second greatest value Del Mar apartment is the Aspire Model at Elan Beachhouse Del Mar starting at $3,895 with a $5.06 price per square foot in the Del Mar Heights 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. |
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Ocean Crest | The Coronado | 2BR,2BA | $3.31 |
Elan Beachhouse Del Mar | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $5.06 |
One Paseo Living | 1 X 1 A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.74 |
Sierra Seaside Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.30 |
The Club Torrey Pines | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio ,1BA | $7.23 |
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Getting Around Del Mar, CA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,372 at The Club Torrey Pines.
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 $3,031 at Ocean Crest.
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