Cheap Homes for Rent in Imperial Beach, CA from $1,400 (24 Rentals)

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property at 591 Imperial Beach Blvd

$1,450

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$1,450

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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591 Imperial Beach Blvd, Unit 591 A

591 Imperial Beach Blvd
Imperial BeachCA91932
property at 137 Carnation Ave

$1,995

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$1,995

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Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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137 Carnation Ave, Unit B

137 Carnation Ave
Imperial BeachCA91932

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property at 1476 Seacoast Dr

$2,500

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$2,500

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$2,500

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1476 Seacoast Dr, Unit A

1476 Seacoast Dr
Imperial BeachCA91932
property at 574 12th St

$2,700

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$2,700

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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574 12th St, Unit Condo/Duplex

574 12th St
Imperial BeachCA91932
property at 1667 Donax Ave

$2,700

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 23

1667 Donax Ave

San DiegoCA92154

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Imperial Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Imperial Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Imperial Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Nestor Regency in the Nestor neighborhood priced from $1,795. Imperial House Apartments in the Egger Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Imperial Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Nestor RegencyONE BEDROOM ONE BATH1BR,1BA$1,795
Imperial House Apartments1-Bed/1-Bath1BR,1BA$1,795
Imperial Palms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,850
Mariners Point1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,899
Royal Village Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Imperial Beach, CA

As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Imperial Beach area is the $2.28 price per square foot 5 Beds, 2 Baths Model at 1141 Granger St in the in the Egger Highlands neighborhood starting from $4,100. The second greatest value Imperial Beach apartment is the 2 Bedroom Plan A Laundry in Unit Model at Valley Breeze Apartments starting at $2,729 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Nestor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Imperial Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1141 Granger St5 Beds, 2 Baths5BR,2BA$2.28
Valley Breeze Apartments2 Bedroom Plan A Laundry in Unit2BR,2BA$2.68
Imperial Beach Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.56
Hollister Creek Apartments2/2 Upgraded Flooring and Cabinet Faces2BR,2BA$2.45
1302 13th St1302 13th St2BR,2BA$2.65
Imperial House Apartments2-Bed/2-Bath2BR,2BA$2.66
Oro Vista ApartmentsAsk Us How To Get 1 Month Free! - 2x2!!!!2BR,2BA$2.92
The Courtyard Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.70
Sea Breeze Garden Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.84
Pier View Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.92

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Frequently Asked Questions about Imperial Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Imperial Beach?

There are currently 501 Apartments for Rent in Imperial Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $5,476. There are also 100 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Imperial Beach ranging from $1,450 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Imperial Beach?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Imperial Beach ranges from $1,450 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,233.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Imperial Beach?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Imperial Beach range from $2,895 to $5,476, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,750 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,195.

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