Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (23 Rentals)

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4155 Baycliff Way
5 Bedroom Apartments

4155 Baycliff Way

4155 Baycliff WayOceanside, CA 92056
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4222 Tiberon Dr
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

4222 Tiberon Dr

4222 Tiberon DrOceanside, CA 92056

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Tri-City Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tri-City Gardens

4129-4130 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056
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Alta Marina Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alta Marina Apartments

3976 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056
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Briarcrest Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Briarcrest Apartments

3950 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056
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Bella Vista
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Vista

1515 Date StVista, CA 92083
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Cedar Woods Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Woods Apartments

210 Cedar RdVista, CA 92083
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Westwind Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Westwind Apartments

171-180 Nettleton RdVista, CA 92083
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Vista Hills
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Hills

128 Hill DrVista, CA 92083

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Cedar Road Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Road Apartments

160 Nettleton RdVista, CA 92083
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265-267 Cedar Rd
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

265-267 Cedar Rd

265-267 Cedar RdVista, CA 92083

Lake, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Carlsbad View Apartments priced from $2,245. Waterleaf Apartments Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,308. Here are the most affordable Lake apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Carlsbad View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,245
Waterleaf Apartments HomesA11BR,1BA$2,308
Terra OceansideCall for Specials! 2 Bed 1 Bath in beautiful Oc...2BR,1BA$2,495
Elan Vista AltaAllure2BR,2BA$2,525
Ocean VistaThe Sunset2BR,1BA$2,620

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake, CA

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake area is the $2.78 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Shadow Ridge Apartments in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $2,825. The second greatest value Lake apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Carlsbad View Apartments starting at $2,895 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Mira Costa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shadow Ridge Apartments2x22BR,2BA$2.78
Carlsbad View ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.85
Elan Milano2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.96
Terra OceansideLuxury Remodel-Upgraded Cabinets, Open Floor Pl...2BR,1BA$2.91
Elan Vista AltaAllure2BR,2BA$2.74
Ocean VistaThe Sunset2BR,1BA$3.23
Waterleaf Apartments HomesA11BR,1BA$3.12

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lake, Oceanside, CA

Ranked #17

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 Cheap Lake Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake Apartment is $2,245 at Carlsbad View Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake is starting from $2,453 at Waterleaf Apartments Homes.

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.