Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oceanside Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA (362 Rentals)

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Crystal Sands
3 Bedroom Apartments

Crystal Sands

502-518 N Myers StOceanside, CA 92054
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118 S Tremont St
1 Bedroom Apartments

118 S Tremont St

118 S Tremont StOceanside, CA 92054
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609 Topeka St
1 Bedroom Apartments

609 Topeka St

609 Topeka StOceanside, CA 92054
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404-408 Topeka St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

404-408 Topeka St

404-408 Topeka StOceanside, CA 92054
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Topeka Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Topeka Apartments

710 Topeka StOceanside, CA 92054
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Avalon by the Sea
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Avalon by the Sea

123 S Nevada StOceanside, CA 92054
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119 S Tremont St
Studio Apartments

119 S Tremont St

119 S Tremont StOceanside, CA 92054
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221 S Ditmar St
1 Bedroom Apartments

221 S Ditmar St

221 S Ditmar StOceanside, CA 92054
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222 S Freeman St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

222 S Freeman St

222 S Freeman StOceanside, CA 92054
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Dolphin Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Dolphin Village

224 S Ditmar StOceanside, CA 92054

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Verde Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Verde Villa

225 S Ditmar StOceanside, CA 92054
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211 S Nevada Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

211 S Nevada Street

211 S Nevada StOceanside, CA 92054
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El Jugador
2 Bedroom Apartments

El Jugador

221 S Nevada StOceanside, CA 92054
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220 S Nevada St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

220 S Nevada St

220 S Nevada StOceanside, CA 92054

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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104 S Clementine St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

104 S Clementine St

104 S Clementine StOceanside, CA 92054
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Legacy Clementine
2 Bedroom Apartments

Legacy Clementine

122 S ClementineOceanside, CA 92054
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101-103 S Horne St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

101-103 S Horne St

101-103 S Horne StOceanside, CA 92054
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115 S Horne St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

115 S Horne St

115 S Horne StOceanside, CA 92054
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201 S Horne St
1 Bedroom Apartments

201 S Horne St

201 S Horne StOceanside, CA 92054
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312-316 S Freeman St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

312-316 S Freeman St

312-316 S Freeman StOceanside, CA 92054

Downtown Oceanside, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit

Learn How a Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit from the Renter University at AparmentHomeLiving.com.

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How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Oceanside, Oceanside, CA

Ranked #19

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for San Diego, California. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Outdoors Rating

We think living with nice outdoor spaces is very important. Downtown Oceanside has established a name for itself as providing top-rated access to the great outdoors, with a score of 2.5 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area is one of our favorite high-end submarkets in town, with a score of 2.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Luxury communities also often offer wood-burning fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Does your family raise dogs or cats? this part of Oceanside ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 2.5 out of 4.

Getting Around the Downtown Oceanside Neighborhood in Oceanside, CA

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Oceanside

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Oceanside?

There are currently 281 Studio Apartments in Downtown Oceanside with rent ranges from $1,895 to $3,500 with an average price of $2,572.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Oceanside Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Oceanside ranges from $1,850 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,586.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Oceanside cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Oceanside range from $2,100 to $6,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,721.

How expensive are Downtown Oceanside Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 60 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Oceanside on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $4,699 to $9,409 - averaging $5,906 for the location.

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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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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

Written by: Trey Huguley

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.