Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Oceanside Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)

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999 N Pacific St

OceansideCA92054

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Downtown Oceanside, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

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 Salt & Vine Oceanside Apartments priced from $1,950. The Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Downtown Oceanside apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Salt & Vine Oceanside ApartmentsShore - Remodeled1BR,1BA$1,950
The VillageADUs 901 & 9021BR,1BA$2,200
Elan Village NorthAspire1BR,1BA$2,245
Sandpointe Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250
Ocean Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oceanside, CA

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Oceanside area is the $3.97 price per square foot B8 Model at Pierside South in the in the Townsite neighborhood starting from $4,652. The second greatest value Downtown Oceanside apartment is the B1 Model at Pierside North starting at $4,157 with a $4.11 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pierside SouthB82BR,2BA$3.97
Pierside NorthB12BR,2BA$4.11
Welcome to Ocean Breeze in Oceanside ApartmentsTownhome ADU2BR,2.5BA$4.02
TENTEN OceansideStandardStudio ,1BA$3.77
Alta OceansideA51BR,1BA$4.01
Ocean Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.21
704 N Clementine St, Unit House704 N Clementine St2BR,1BA$5.00
Canyon Club Apartments1X1 A1BR,1BA$3.67
Sandpointe Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.46
Salt & Vine Oceanside ApartmentsShore - RemodeledStudio ,1BA$3.79

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

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Oceanside

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Oceanside?

There are currently 358 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oceanside, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,850 to $9,452. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Oceanside ranging from $1,650 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Oceanside?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Oceanside ranges from $1,650 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,966.

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.