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591 Imperial Beach Blvd, Unit 591 A

591 Imperial Beach Blvd
Imperial BeachCA91932

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Cheapest Available Imperial Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Imperial Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Imperial Beach Palms in the Egger Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,899. Sea Breeze Garden Apartments in the Silver Strand neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Imperial Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Imperial Beach Palms1/11BR,1BA$1,899
Sea Breeze Garden Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1,975
Imperial Palms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,020
Summer Brook Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,050
Casa Solcs2bd1baS2BR,1BA$2,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Imperial Beach, CA

As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Imperial Beach area is the $2.72 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Laundry in Unit Model at Valley Breeze Apartments in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Imperial Beach apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wintergreen starting at $3,275 with a $3.12 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.
Valley Breeze Apartments3 Bedroom Laundry in Unit3BR,2BA$2.72
Wintergreen3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$3.12
Imperial Beach Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.62
Hollister Creek Apartments2/2 Upgraded Flooring and Cabinet Faces2BR,2BA$2.50
1302 13th St, Unit 161302 13th St2BR,2BA$2.97
Oro Vista ApartmentsCome to our Open House on Saturday 04/04/26 10:...2BR,2BA$2.92
1426 15th St, Unit B1426 15th St1BR,1BA$2.19
Summer Brook Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.97
Sea Breeze Garden Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3.04
Imperial Beach Palms1/11BR,1BA$3.01

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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 $1,750 to $4,950. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Imperial Beach ranging from $1,200 to $14,995.

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 $1,200 to $14,995 with an average monthly rent of $3,600.

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 $2,900 to $4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,195 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,850.

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