Cheap Homes for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA from $1,400 (14 Rentals)

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Ocean Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ocean Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ocean Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments in the Midway District neighborhood priced from $1,508. Point Loma Bay Apartments - Live Steps from the Beach in the Point Loma Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ocean Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Presidio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,508
Point Loma Bay Apartments - Live Steps from the BeachStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Chapman PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,995
Elan Loma HighlandsOptimoStudio,1BA$1,995
Welcome to Surfcaster ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$2,065

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA and Nearby

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean Beach area is the $3.30 price per square foot B1 Model at Dylan Point Loma in the in the Midway District neighborhood starting from $4,051. The second greatest value Ocean Beach apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades starting at $3,560 with a $2.97 price per square foot in the Old Town San Diego neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dylan Point LomaB12BR,2BA$3.30
Loma Palisades3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$2.97
The Seaton ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.88
Elan The PlazaAspire1BR,1BA$3.46
Loma Portal1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.50
Elan The PalmsAspire1BR,1BA$3.71
The Summit at Point Loma1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.85
The Californian - Residential0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$3.73
Gables Point LomaE1BR,1BA$3.82
310 -316 Rosecrans St, Unit 310310 -316 Rosecrans St1BR,1BA$3.83

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ocean Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Ocean Beach?

There are currently 681 Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,033 to $22,350. There are also 90 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ocean Beach ranging from $1,400 to $35,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ocean Beach?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ocean Beach ranges from $1,400 to $35,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,843.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ocean Beach?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ocean Beach range from $3,560 to $9,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,050 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $7,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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