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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. Elan Loma Highlands in the Wooded Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. 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
Elan Loma HighlandsOptimoStudio,1BA$1,845
Surfcaster ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,895
Mar at SeasideStudioStudio,1BA$1,958
Seacoast ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,975

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

As of November 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean Beach area is the $2.63 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades in the in the Wooded Area neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Ocean Beach apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 5029 West Point Loma Blvd. starting at $2,950 with a $2.95 price per square foot in the Point Loma Heights 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.
Loma Palisades3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$2.63
5029 West Point Loma Blvd.2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$2.95
Loma Portal2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.95
Nimitz CrossingThe Azure2BR,2BA$3.68
Loma Village Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.21
Elan The ParkDuo2BR,1BA$3.64
The Californian - Residential1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.75
The Seaton ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.55
The Summit at Point Loma1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.44
Point Loma Bay Apartments1 Bed Upstairs1BR,1BA$3.74

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ocean Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Ocean Beach?

There are currently 695 Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,033 to $30,000. There are also 126 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ocean Beach ranging from $1,195 to $20,000.

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 $1,195 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,791.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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