
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean City Neighborhood of Fort Walton Beach, FL from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Merrimac Manor Apartments

936-938 Barrow St

943 Central Ave

201 Taylor St

146 Alabama Ave NW, Unit B

337 Lewis St

322 Pelham Rd

Coastline Apartments
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Elevate at 604 West

124 Jamestown Ave

The Cove

Colony House

Furnished Studio-Fort Walton Beach

931 McFarlan Ave

The Cordelia

Courtland Terrace

The Dorian
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1013 Holton Ave

936 Barrow St

696 Tyner St

402 Marshall Ct, Unit Unit 6

Glenwood Apartments

Teresa Village

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Oak Tree Park Apartments

204 Davenport Rd
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Wesvue

146 Alabama Ave NW

Cross Oaks Apartments

210 Pelham Rd

402 Marlowe Dr

322 Lewis St

60 Bayou Dr

149 Mississippi Ave

1022 Rockport Dr
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609 Colonial Dr

589 Bob Sikes Blvd

615 Bob Sikes Blvd

Crosswinds Landings Garden Homes

585 Bob Sikes Blvd

508 Park View Rd

333 Woodham Ct

512 Parkview Rd NW

510 Parkview Rd NW
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Ocean City, Fort Walton Beach, FL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean City Studio Apartments | $1,165 | $892 | $1,439 |
| Ocean City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $1,200 | $1,695 |
| Ocean City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,639 | $1,200 | $1,980 |
| Ocean City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,952 | $1,775 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 45 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ocean City Neighborhood of Fort Walton Beach, FL.
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Cheapest Available Ocean City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ocean City area of Fort Walton Beach, FL is a 2 Beds unit found at Merrimac Manor Apartments priced from $1,200. Falcon House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,239. Here are the most affordable Ocean City apartments for rent in Fort Walton Beach, FL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimac Manor Apartments | 2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Falcon House | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| Coastline Apartments | Caneel I | 1BR,1BA | $1,324 |
| The Cove | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Cordelia | B1.1.5T | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Courtland Terrace | Main | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| The Dorian | B1.1.5THU | 2BR,2BA | $1,450 |
| Colony House | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| Elan Apartments | Savona | 2BR,2BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean City, FL
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean City area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY Model at Merrimac Manor Apartments in the in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Ocean City apartment is the B1.1.5THU Model at The Dorian starting at $1,450 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Sylvania Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimac Manor Apartments | 2x1.5 1300 - NO AVAILABILITY | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.92 |
| The Dorian | B1.1.5THU | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Courtland Terrace | Main | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Elan Apartments | Savona | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Crosswinds Apartments | 2X2 - Crosswinds | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| The Cordelia | B1.1.5T | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| 1013 Holton Ave | 1013 Holton Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Falcon House | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Colony House | Gardenia | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Coastline Apartments | Caneel I | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean City Apartment is $1,239 at Falcon House.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ocean City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ocean City is starting from $1,200 at Merrimac Manor Apartments.
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