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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 Imperial Beach Palms in the Egger Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,749. Casa Sol 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
Imperial Beach Palms1X1RC1BR,1BA$1,749
Casa Solcs1bd1ba1BR,1BA$1,795
Mariners Point1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,899
Royal Village ApartmentsDon’t miss out—your first month’s rent could be...1BR,1BA$1,950
Imperial Palms ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,020

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Imperial Beach, CA

As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Imperial Beach area is the $2.76 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Laundry in Unit Model at Valley Breeze Apartments in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Imperial Beach apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Imperial Beach Gardens starting at $2,399 with a $2.38 price per square foot . 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$2.76
Imperial Beach Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.38
Hollister Creek Apartments2/2 Upgraded Flooring and Cabinet Faces2BR,2BA$2.53
Vista La Rosa2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
1301 Hemlock Ave, Unit 21301 Hemlock Ave2BR,1BA$2.59
Century Arms Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.46
Calla Ave Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$2.74
Casa Solcs2bd1baS2BR,1BA$2.80
Summer Brook Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.97
Imperial Beach Palms1X1RC1BR,1BA$2.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Imperial Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Imperial Beach?

There are currently 498 Apartments for Rent in Imperial Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,695 to $5,200. There are also 81 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Imperial Beach ranging from $1,575 to $17,495.

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 $1,575 to $17,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,839.

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 $2,800 to $5,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,995 to $8,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,675 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,895.

Expert Rental Resources

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