Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA from $500 (164 Rentals)

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3587 Cameo Dr

OceansideCA92056
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$1,400 - $1,600

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2432 Papyrus Ct

OceansideCA92054
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Summit By The Lake
$1,725 - $2,750
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$1,725 - $2,750
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Summit By The Lake

4750 Calle Las PositasOceanside, CA 92057
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Island Club
$2,213 - $2,949
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Island Club

2300 Catalina CirOceanside, CA 92056
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Stone Arbor
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$2,309 - $2,826
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Stone Arbor

612 Los Arbolitos BlvdOceanside, CA 92058
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The Pointe at 2316
$2,380 - $3,110
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The Pointe at 2316

2316 Paseo De LauraOceanside, CA 92056
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Mission Cove
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Mission Cove

3247 Anchor WayOceanside, CA 92054

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Shadow Way
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Shadow Way

4779 Yuma AveOceanside, CA 92057
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Manzana
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Manzana

1973 Apple 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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Ocean Hills Apartments
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Ocean Hills Apartments

504-534 Greenbrier DrOceanside, CA 92054
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Sea Pointe
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Sea Pointe

308-324 Cassidy StOceanside, CA 92054
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Oceanside, CA

Pricing Updated: 04/26/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Oceanside, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Oceanside Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Camp Pendleton$3,345$1,724107

Cheapest Available Oceanside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oceanside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at La Valle De Vista in the Oak Drive Villas neighborhood priced from $1,700. South River Village in the North Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,724. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oceanside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,700
South River Village2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath-50% AMI2BR,1BA$1,724
Pepperwood ApartmentsPlan 1Studio,1BA$1,855
Suncrest Ridge1x11BR,1BA$1,950
The Grand at Vista VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Bella TerraPlan A1BR,1BA$1,972
Vista SunPlan EStudio,1BA$1,975
Villa Santa FeStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Vista Glen Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
Serra 9hundred2+1B2BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oceanside area is the $1.75 price per square foot Seaside Village- 3BR Model at Edson - Military Housing in the starting from $3,700. The second greatest value Oceanside apartment is the Three Bed Two Bath - B Model at Arcadia Pines starting at $3,500 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Guajome neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oceanside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Edson - Military HousingSeaside Village- 3BR3BR,2.5BA$1.75
Arcadia PinesThree Bed Two Bath - B3BR,2BA$2.19
Stuart Mesa - Military Housing2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.00
Briarcrest Apartments2 Beds, 1 Bath Model2BR,1BA$2.00
Ridgepoint ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath master2BR,2BA$2.35
555 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 38555 Greenbrier Dr2BR,1BA$2.40
Stoneybrook Apartments2 Bed /1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.32
Newport Gardens Apartments, Vista2/2 Up2BR,2BA$2.52
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.13
South River Village2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath-50% AMI2BR,1.5BA$2.34

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oceanside Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oceanside?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oceanside is at Pepperwood Apartments listed at $1,855.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oceanside Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oceanside Apartment is $1,700 at La Valle De Vista.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oceanside Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oceanside is starting from $1,724 at South River Village.

What is the most affordable Oceanside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oceanside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stuart Mesa - Military Housing and starts from $2,650.

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