
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA (366 Rentals)


Bevel Apartments

The Seaton Apartments

Loma Portal

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Mariners Cove

Celeste

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The Presidio Apartments

Loma Village Apartments

Nimitz Crossing

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Gables Point Loma

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Mar at Seaside

Elan Loma Highlands

Elan Coco Palms

Elan The Park

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The Summit at Point Loma

Arrive Mission Valley

Elan The Palms

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Elan The Plaza

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2950 Bayside Ln

The Orchard Senior Apartments (55+)

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3042 Newell St, Unit 3042 Newell

310 -316 Rosecrans St

3542 Shoreline Bluff Lane, Unit (1st Floor Bedroom - Ground Level)

3050 Rue Dorleans, Unit 232

4649 W Point Loma Blvd

5015 Cape May Ave, Unit 5015 Cape May Avenue #107
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2612 Bayside Ln

4587 Saratoga Ave

3764 Bayside Ln

803 San Luis Obispo Pl

2613 Mission Blvd

3345 Oliphant St

3140 Midway Dr

4728 Niagara Ave

5057 Voltaire St

5050 Cape May Ave
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5054 Cape May Ave

3098 Rue D’Orleans

4025 La Salle St

3042 Newell St

814 Cohasset Ct

5082-92 Lotus St

2606 Juan St

4570 Muir Ave

5160.5 W Point Loma Blvd

5015 Santa Cruz Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Beach Studio Apartments | $2,266 | $1,084 | $4,500 |
| Ocean Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,766 | $1,180 | $9,261 |
| Ocean Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,692 | $2,250 | $10,000+ |
| Ocean Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,320 | $2,750 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Ocean Beach and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ocean Beach, CA is found at Bevel Apartments in the Balboa Park neighborhood and is 828 square feet priced from $2,847. Mar at Seaside in the Wooded Area neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 700 square feet and currently listed start at $1,976. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ocean Beach:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bevel Apartments | A6 | 828 Sq Ft | $2,847 |
| Mar at Seaside | Channel | 700 Sq Ft | $1,976 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 700 Sq Ft | $2,290 |
| Bowen Apartments | A2 | 691 Sq Ft | $2,441 |
| The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | 670 Sq Ft | $2,399 |
| Mariners Cove | The Balboa | 605 Sq Ft | $2,410 |
| Casa Niagara | 17 | 600 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| Elan The Plaza | Aspire | 600 Sq Ft | $2,595 |
| Surfcaster Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 600 Square Feet and Just... | 600 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
| Gables Point Loma | F | 600 Sq Ft | $2,182 |
Cheapest Available Ocean Beach and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ocean Beach, CA is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,921 at The Presidio Apartments in the Midway District neighborhood. The second most affordable Ocean Beach 1 Bedroom is the Channel Model at Mar at Seaside starting at $1,976 in the Wooded Area neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ocean Beach is currently $2,766. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ocean Beach:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| The Presidio Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,921 |
| Mar at Seaside | Channel | $1,976 |
| Gables Point Loma | E | $2,182 |
| Casa Niagara | 17 | $2,250 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | $2,290 |
| The Summit at Point Loma | 1 Bedroom | $2,399 |
| Mariners Cove | The Balboa | $2,410 |
| Bowen Apartments | A2 | $2,441 |
| Surfcaster Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 600 Square Feet and Just... | $2,500 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Ocean Beach with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ocean Beach is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,921.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ocean Beach is $2,766.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ocean Beach is a 828 square feet unit starting from $2,847 at Bevel Apartments.
What is the average size for Ocean Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ocean Beach is currently 1,038 sq ft.
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