
Cheap Homes for Rent in Oceanside, CA from $1,400 (30 Rentals)
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4435 Summer Dr

2347 Pio Pico Dr

1213 Division St

2446 E Vista Way

1412 Lucky St
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3663 Adams St

3529 Roselle Ave

1810 Broadway St

517 Calle Montecito

2350 Hosp Way

2390 Ivy Rd
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155 Avenida Descanso

175 Avenida Descanso

2414 Sonora Ct

1632 S Ditmar St

4748 Sunny Hills Rd

1307 Division St

934 S Myers St
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265 Loma Alta Dr

742 W California Ave

2402 Amick St

5037 Los Morros Way

955 Postal Way

3903 San Pablo Ave

3569 Surf Pl
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1091 Shadowridge Dr, Unit 113

702 Sea Cliff Way
Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Oceanside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oceanside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,553 | $2,250 | $6,995 |
Oceanside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,891 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
Oceanside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,406 | $3,595 | $10,000+ |
Oceanside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,042 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Oceanside, CA
Pricing Updated: 09/08/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Camp Pendleton | $4,000 | $1,449 | 149 |
Cheapest Available Oceanside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oceanside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at South River Village in the North Valley neighborhood priced from $1,449. Vista Sun in the Oak Drive Villas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oceanside apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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South River Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath-50% AMI | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
Vista Sun | Plan E | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Mira Monte Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
Plymouth Heights Apartments | Lower One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Villa Santa Fe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Ocean Vista | The Lagoon | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Softwind Point | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,964 |
Taylor Brooke | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,978 |
Pepperwood Apartments | Plan 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Villas de Laura | Model 1 - Deluxe 1BR w/balcony or yard | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oceanside area is the $2.30 price per square foot The Verona Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $3,925. The second greatest value Oceanside apartment is the 3+2 Model at Spacious & Sunny 1, 2, and 3-bedroom Apartments starting at $2,795 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Guajome neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oceanside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Piazza D'Oro | The Verona | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.30 |
Spacious & Sunny 1, 2, and 3-bedroom Apartments | 3+2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
The Dylan | 3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.54 |
Summit By The Lake | Plan E 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.36 |
Edson - Military Housing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
Stuart Mesa - Military Housing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.73 |
Ridgepoint Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath master | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
Country Villas | 2 Bed 2 Bath (A) | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
Grande Vista Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
Parkstone Vista | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
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Oceanside, CAPopulation: 176,080
Ranked #148
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleOceanside, CA
Ranked #84
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Oceanside, CA
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oceanside
What type of rentals are currently available in Oceanside?
There are currently 1086 Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,449 to $19,445. There are also 231 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oceanside ranging from $1,400 to $25,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oceanside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oceanside ranges from $1,400 to $25,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,087.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oceanside?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oceanside range from $2,574 to $11,670, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $25,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,574.
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