1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA (545 Rentals)

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328 S Weitzel St
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328 S Weitzel St

328 S Weitzel StOceanside, CA 92054
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Tri-City Gardens
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Tri-City Gardens

4129-4130 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056

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Mauna Loa Apartments
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Mauna Loa Apartments

1810 S BroadwayOceanside, CA 92054
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Oceanside 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: October 08, 2025

There are currently 10 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Oceanside, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $1,675 to $2,699. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Oceanside with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Camp Pendleton10$2,400$1,675

Largest Available Oceanside 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oceanside, CA is found at Alta Oceanside in the Townsite neighborhood and is 879 square feet priced from $3,264. Elan Paseo Vista in the Mira Costa neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 820 square feet and currently listed start at $2,399. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Oceanside:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Alta OceansideA7879 Sq Ft$3,264
Elan Paseo Vista11B820 Sq Ft$2,399
Preserve at MelroseA2 1 Bedroom816 Sq Ft$2,592
Carlsbad View ApartmentsOne Bedroom815 Sq Ft$2,245
Ocean View Terrace Apartments1BR/1BA790 Sq Ft$2,195
PerseaA1781 Sq Ft$2,543
Breeze Hill1x1780 Sq Ft$2,545
Sunset ViewBalboa760 Sq Ft$2,649

Cheapest Available Oceanside 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of October 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Oceanside, CA is the One Bedroom One Bath Model starting from $1,650 at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Guajome neighborhood. The second most affordable Oceanside 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath-70% AMI Model at South River Village starting at $1,759 in the North Valley neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Oceanside is currently $2,456. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Oceanside:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Altura Villas - 55+ Senior ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath$1,650
South River Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath-70% AMI$1,759
Ocean VistaThe Lagoon$1,860
Las Palmas Apartments1+1 Downstairs$1,925
Salt & Vine Oceanside ApartmentsSeagrass - Remodeled$1,950
Taylor BrookeOne Bedroom$1,950
Villa Pacific Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath D$1,975
Vista SunPlan D$1,995
Ascot Village1BR/1.0BA$2,013
Shadowridge SummerwindSantana$2,049

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Oceanside Overview

Oceanside, California offers beautiful weather, six miles of Pacific beaches, interesting annual events, and many opportunities for recreation. Though the city is an increasingly popular vacation destination, there are still plenty of affordable apartments in Oceanside.

Why live in Oceanside, CA?

While Oceanside's most famous attractions are its six miles of coastline and gorgeous weather, the city has a lot more to offer. Oceanside has a rich history and many unique public events, including many related to surfing, the ocean, and athletics. Oceanside is also close enough to Carlsbad and Vista to be considered a tri-city area, and it's just a short drive to San Diego or the outdoor recreation of the desert.

Oceanside, CA
Population: 176,080

Ranked #148

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Oceanside, CA

Ranked #75

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Oceanside, CA

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Oceanside Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Oceanside with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Oceanside is at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments listed at $1,650.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Oceanside Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Oceanside is $2,456.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Oceanside Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oceanside is a 879 square feet unit starting from $3,264 at Alta Oceanside.

What is the average size for Oceanside 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Oceanside is currently 703 sq ft.

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