
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA from $900 (13 Rentals)
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The Presidio Apartments

3264 Bayside Ln

Pelican Point

4835 Saratoga Ave

Montalvo
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The Californian - Residential

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Ocean Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Beach Studio Apartments | $2,260 | $1,084 | $4,989 |
| Ocean Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,810 | $1,180 | $8,355 |
| Ocean Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,636 | $2,395 | $10,000+ |
| Ocean Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,319 | $3,175 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Ocean Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ocean Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Californian - Residential in the Midway District neighborhood priced from $1,428. The Presidio Apartments in the Midway District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,508. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ocean Beach apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Californian - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,428 |
| The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
| Elan Loma Highlands | Optimo | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| Monterey Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Celeste | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA and Nearby
As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean Beach area is the $2.79 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Bayview Townhomes at Point Loma in the in the Wooded Area neighborhood starting from $5,295. The second greatest value Ocean Beach apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades starting at $3,150 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Wooded Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayview Townhomes at Point Loma | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.79 |
| Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.63 |
| The Seaton Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Arrive Mission Valley | Andalucia | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Casa Niagara | Apt 26 | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Villa Temecula Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Loma Village Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| Mar at Seaside | Channel | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| The Californian - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ocean Beach?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ocean Beach is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,508.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment is $1,428 at The Californian - Residential.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ocean Beach is starting from $2,500 at Loma Palisades.
What is the most affordable Ocean Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ocean Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Loma Palisades and starts from $3,150.
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