Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA from $500 (162 Rentals)

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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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Ocean Hills Apartments
$1,995 - $2,395
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$1,995 - $2,395
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Ocean Hills Apartments

504-534 Greenbrier DrOceanside, CA 92054
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432 Edgehill Ln

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Creekwood Villas
$2,004 - $3,204
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Creekwood Villas

3020 Oceanside BlvdOceanside, CA 92054
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Oakleaf Apartments
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$2,100 - $2,300
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Oakleaf Apartments

266 N El Camino RealOceanside, CA 92058
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Terra Oceanside
$2,295 - $2,795
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Terra Oceanside

3964-3970 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056
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Island Club
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$2,344 - $2,954
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Island Club

2300 Catalina CirOceanside, CA 92056
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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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Mission Cove
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Mission Cove

3247 Anchor WayOceanside, CA 92054
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Sea Pointe
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Sea Pointe

308-324 Cassidy StOceanside, CA 92054
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Casa Vista Apartments
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Casa Vista Apartments

2325 Paseo De LauraOceanside, CA 92056
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Oceanside, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/26/2026

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$4,075$1,72579

Cheapest Available Oceanside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Oceanside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Vista neighborhood priced from $1,650. Vista Del Mar in the Vista neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oceanside apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Altura Villas - 55+ Senior ApartmentsThe Olive - One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,650
Vista Del MarUpstairs StudioStudio,1BA$1,695
Summit By The LakePlan A 1X1S1BR,1BA$1,725
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Las Ventanas ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,855
South River Village1 Bedroom 1 Bath-60% AMI1BR,1BA$1,874
Sunset Springs ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Las Palmas Apartments !1+1 Downstairs1BR,1BA$1,925
Softwind PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
The Grand at Vista VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA

As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oceanside area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at KSB - Santa Fe Townhomes in the in the Vista neighborhood starting from $3,595. 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 Vista 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.
KSB - Santa Fe Townhomes2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.14
Arcadia PinesThree Bed Two Bath - B3BR,2BA$2.19
Edson - Military HousingThree Bedroom- Classic3BR,2.5BA$1.67
Piazza D'OroThe Venice2BR,2.5BA$2.23
Elan Shadowridge Meadows3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.33
Stuart Mesa - Military Housing2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.00
Las Ventanas ApartmentsTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.29
Briarcrest Apartments2 Beds, 1 Bath Model2BR,1BA$2.00
Ridgepoint ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath master2BR,2BA$2.35
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.19

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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 Vista Del Mar listed at $1,695.

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 $2,100 at Serra 9Hundred.

What is the most affordable Oceanside Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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