Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA from $500 (21 Rentals)

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Mission Cove
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Cove

3247 Anchor WayOceanside, CA 92054
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Shadow Way
2 Bedroom Apartments

Shadow Way

4779 Yuma AveOceanside, CA 92057
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Manzana
Studio Apartments

Manzana

1973 Apple StOceanside, CA 92054
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Tri-City Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tri-City Gardens

4129-4130 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056

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Pacific Wind
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Wind

3875 Sydney WayCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Westwind Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Westwind Apartments

171-180 Nettleton RdVista, CA 92083
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Sunny Creek Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunny Creek Apartments

5410 Sunny Creek RdCarlsbad, CA 92010
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Villa Del Norte
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Del Norte

1610 N Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92083
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Oceanside, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/12/2026

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$3,990$1,72598

Cheapest Available Oceanside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oceanside, CA is a Studio unit found at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Guajome neighborhood priced from $1,600. Sunset Trails in the Ocean Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oceanside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Altura Villas - 55+ Senior ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,600
Sunset TrailsStudioStudio,1BA$1,650
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Softwind PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,754
South River Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath-60% AMI1BR,1BA$1,759

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA

As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oceanside area is the $1.55 price per square foot 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Stuart Mesa - Military Housing in the in the Camp Pendleton neighborhood starting from $2,850. 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.
Stuart Mesa - Military Housing4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath4BR,2.5BA$1.55
Arcadia PinesThree Bed Two Bath - B3BR,2BA$2.19
Edson - Military HousingFour Bedroom- Classic4BR,2.5BA$2.35
Villa Camino Apartments2 Bedroom 1.25 Bath2BR,1.25BA$2.46
Country VillasPlan 2A2BR,2BA$2.37
Grande Vista Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.45
Summit By The LakePlan D 2X1L2BR,1BA$2.53
Las Ventanas ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.18
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.19
Ridgepoint ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.44

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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 Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments listed at $1,600.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oceanside Apartment is $1,650 at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments.

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 $2,150 at Sunset Trails.

What is the most affordable Oceanside Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oceanside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Summit By The Lake and starts from $2,650.

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