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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 Casa Sol in the Egger Highlands neighborhood priced from $1,850. 835-859 13th Street in the Egger Highlands neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Imperial Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Casa Solcs1bd1ba1BR,1BA$1,850
835-859 13th Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,850
Sea Breeze Garden Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$1,925
Imperial Palms ApartmentsStudio 2Studio,1BA$1,925
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Imperial Beach, CA

As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Imperial Beach area is the $2.93 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Wintergreen in the in the Nestor neighborhood starting from $3,075. The second greatest value Imperial Beach apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Imperial Beach Gardens starting at $2,660 with a $2.63 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.
Wintergreen3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.93
Imperial Beach Gardens2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.63
Hollister Creek Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.43
Vista La Rosa2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.33
816 Delaware St, Unit 816 #2 Delaware St.816 Delaware St1BR,1BA$2.56
Benton ApartmentsBenton Apartments2BR,2BA$3.00
Casa Solcs2bd1ba2BR,1BA$2.93
Summer Brook Apartments: Your Oasis of Comfort and Style1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.79
Royal Village ApartmentsWELCOME HOME! Spacious One bedroom, one bath un...1BR,1BA$3.05
835-859 13th Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$3.08

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Frequently Asked Questions about Imperial Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Imperial Beach?

There are currently 499 Apartments for Rent in Imperial Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $5,720. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Imperial Beach ranging from $1,500 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 $1,500 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,654.

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 $2,995 to $4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,450 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,000.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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