
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oceanside Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (34 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Oceanside area of Oceanside.


1417 Shoshone St

Ocean Park Apartments

Elan Village North

Sandpointe Apartment Homes

Canyon Club Apartments

The Village

523 N Tremont St, Unit Studio
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Pierside South

TENTEN Oceanside

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Alta Oceanside

Country Club Lane Apartments

714 N Clementine St

1223 Division St

Charles Libby House Apartments

Salt & Vine Oceanside Apartments
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328 South Weitzel Street

Pacific Blue The Strand

Ocean Breeze

Ocean Breeze

1112 S Ditmar St

620 N Nevada St

Garfield Apartments

Salt Apartments
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819 S Tremont St

The ViewPoint in Oceanside

402 N Clementine St

Sea Walk Apartments

Pacific Place

Oceanside Marina Suites - Fully Furnished

The Sands

521 S Freeman St
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1019 Costa Pacifica Way

522 N Ditmar St
Downtown Oceanside, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Oceanside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Oceanside Studio Apartments | $2,755 | $1,825 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Oceanside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,755 | $1,900 | $4,255 |
| Downtown Oceanside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,611 | $2,500 | $7,500 |
| Downtown Oceanside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,547 | $4,813 | $9,400 |
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There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Oceanside Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Oceanside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Oceanside area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 328 South Weitzel Street priced from $2,150. Canyon Club Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,342. Here are the most affordable Downtown Oceanside apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 328 South Weitzel Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Canyon Club Apartments | 1X1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2,342 |
| Ocean Breeze | Junior 1 bedroom ADU | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| The Village | 2BD/1BA-Most units | 2BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| Elan Village North | Primo | 2BR,1BA | $2,645 |
| Pierside South | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,782 |
| TENTEN Oceanside | Standard | Studio,1BA | $2,900 |
| Alta Oceanside | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,205 |
| Pacific Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3,495 |
| Pierside North | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4,383 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oceanside, CA
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Oceanside area is the $3.60 price per square foot Premium Model at TENTEN Oceanside in the in the Townsite neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Downtown Oceanside apartment is the B1 Model at Pierside North starting at $4,383 with a $4.34 price per square foot in the Townsite neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Oceanside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| TENTEN Oceanside | Premium | 1BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| Pierside North | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.34 |
| Canyon Club Apartments | 1X1 A | 1BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| The Village | 2BD/1BA-Most units | 2BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Alta Oceanside | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.95 |
| 328 South Weitzel Street | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
| Pierside South | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.84 |
| Pacific Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $6.35 |
| Ocean Breeze | Junior 1 bedroom ADU | 1BR,1BA | $6.14 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Oceanside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Oceanside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Oceanside is at Pierside South listed at $2,782.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Oceanside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Oceanside Apartment is $2,150 at 328 South Weitzel Street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Oceanside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Oceanside is starting from $2,500 at The Village.
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