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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. Elan Village North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,245. 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
Elan Village NorthAspire1BR,1BA$2,245
Sandpointe Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oceanside, CA

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Oceanside area is the $3.72 price per square foot B13 Model at Pierside South in the in the Townsite neighborhood starting from $4,280. The second greatest value Downtown Oceanside apartment is the Standard Model at TENTEN Oceanside starting at $2,900 with a $3.22 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 SouthB132BR,2BA$3.72
TENTEN OceansideStandardStudio ,1BA$3.22
Ocean Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.21
Canyon Club Apartments1X1 A1BR,1BA$3.44
The Village2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$3.85
Sandpointe Apartment HomesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.46
Pierside NorthA11BR,1BA$4.93
Alta OceansideA11BR,1BA$4.39
Salt & Vine Oceanside ApartmentsShore - RemodeledStudio ,1BA$3.79

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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Downtown Oceanside, Oceanside, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Oceanside

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Oceanside?

There are currently 356 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oceanside, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,795 to $7,233. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Oceanside ranging from $1,750 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 $1,750 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,078.

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

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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!