Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Costa Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (12 Rentals)

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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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Casa Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Vista Apartments

2325 Paseo De LauraOceanside, CA 92056
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Westwind Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Westwind Apartments

171-180 Nettleton RdVista, 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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Mira Costa, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mira Costa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mira Costa area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ocean Vista priced from $1,900. Canyon Creek Apartments C has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Mira Costa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ocean VistaThe Lagoon1BR,1BA$1,900
Canyon Creek Apartments C1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,995
The Bluffs at Carlsbad1 Bed 1 Bath Up1BR,1BA$2,099
Suncrest Ridge1x11BR,1BA$2,125
Elan Paseo Vista11B1BR,1BA$2,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Costa, CA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mira Costa area is the $2.38 price per square foot The Venice Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $3,736. The second greatest value Mira Costa 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 Mira Costa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Piazza D'OroThe Venice2BR,2.5BA$2.38
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$3.02
SunterraTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.51
Elan Paseo Vista22A2BR,2BA$2.72
Shadow Ridge Apartments1x11BR,1BA$2.76
Ocean VistaThe Sunset2BR,1BA$3.07
Villa Camino Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.03
Waterleaf Apartments HomesA11BR,1BA$3.06

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mira Costa, Oceanside, CA

Ranked #4

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for San Diego, California. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Mira Costa Neighborhood in Oceanside, CA

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

19 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

36 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mira Costa Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Costa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Costa Apartment is $1,900 at Ocean Vista.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mira Costa is starting from $2,220 at Ocean Vista.

What is the most affordable Mira Costa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mira Costa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages Of Monterey and starts from $2,978.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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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.

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