
Cheap Homes for Rent in Del Mar, CA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)
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13754 Mango Dr

12510 Carmel Creek Rd

13754 Mango Dr

12675 Camino Mira del Mar, Unit 177
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12560 Carmel Creek Rd

3539 Caminito El Rincon

12567 Ruette Alliante

3515 Caminito El Rincon

3504 Caminito El Rincon
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12655 Camino Mira Del Mar
Del Mar, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Del Mar?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Del Mar 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,771 | $3,075 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,259 | $4,300 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,402 | $9,500 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,731 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Del Mar 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $65,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Del Mar, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/04/2025Current 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 | $4,430 | $2,425 | 58 |
Cheapest Available Del Mar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Del Mar, CA is a Studio unit found at Terraces at Del Mar in the Del Mar Heights neighborhood priced from $2,100. The Club Torrey Pines in the Torrey Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,372. 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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Terraces at Del Mar | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
The Club Torrey Pines | B1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,372 |
Ocean Crest | The Avalon | Studio,1BA | $2,600 |
Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,010 |
One Paseo Living | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar, CA
As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Mar area is the $3.89 price per square foot C1R Model at Signature Point in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $4,980. The second greatest value Del Mar apartment is the Floor Plan A Model at Sandbox Solana starting at $8,000 with a $6.56 price per square foot in the North Rios 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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Signature Point | C1R | 3BR,2BA | $3.89 |
Sandbox Solana | Floor Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $6.56 |
Los Arboles Apartments | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $3.80 |
Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
One Paseo Living | 1 X 1 A2 | 1BR,1BA | $5.18 |
Ocean Crest | The Avalon | Studio ,1BA | $3.70 |
671 Ida Ave, Unit 671 Back Unit | 671 Ida Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
The Club Torrey Pines | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community | 1x1 R | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
Terraces at Del Mar | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Del Mar
What type of rentals are currently available in Del Mar?
There are currently 90 Apartments for Rent in Del Mar, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,750 to $10,000. There are also 103 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Del Mar ranging from $1,610 to $100,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Del Mar?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Del Mar ranges from $1,610 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $33,491.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Del Mar?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Del Mar range from $4,879 to $8,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,300 to $42,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $9,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,995.
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