
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Costa Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (42 Rentals)
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Briarcrest Apartments

432 Edgehill Ln

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Creekwood Villas

432 Edgehill Ln, Unit 41

Ocean Vista

Suncrest Ridge

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Terra Oceanside
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Boulevard

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2732 Oceanside Blvd, Unit Private Detached ADU

2924 Thunder Dr

Sunset View
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The Pointe at 2316

Elan Milano

432 Edgehill Ln, Unit 95

432 Edgehill Ln, Unit 98

Tri-City Gardens

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Canyon Creek Apartments C

432 Edgehill Ln
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Sunterra

2929 Fire Mountain Dr

La Montana

2425 Sarbonne Dr

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The Avenue at Carlsbad
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The Bluffs at Carlsbad

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2407 Sonora Ct

2407 Sonora Ct

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2360 Hosp Way
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Mira Costa, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mira Costa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Costa Studio Apartments | $2,706 | $2,004 | $5,328 |
| Mira Costa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,540 | $1,980 | $6,494 |
| Mira Costa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,113 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Mira Costa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,008 | $2,850 | $6,354 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mira Costa Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
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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 Suncrest Ridge priced from $2,199. Briarcrest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,200. Here are the most affordable Mira Costa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suncrest Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Bluffs at Carlsbad | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,229 |
| Creekwood Villas | 1+1 A | 1BR,1BA | $2,254 |
| Villa Camino Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,270 |
| The Villages Of Monterey | Monterey Bay | 1BR,1BA | $2,330 |
| Carlsbad View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,345 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| Ocean Vista | The Reef | 2BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| Sunterra | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,379 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Costa, CA
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mira Costa area is the $2.27 price per square foot The Venice Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $3,566. The second greatest value Mira Costa apartment is the 2160 Via Robles Model at 2160 Via Robles, Unit 2160 starting at $2,800 with a $2.55 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piazza D'Oro | The Venice | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.27 |
| 2160 Via Robles, Unit 2160 | 2160 Via Robles | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Sunterra | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| La Montana | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.81 |
| Carlsbad View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
| Ocean Vista | The Sunset | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Villa Camino Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| The Villages Of Monterey | Monterey Bay | 1BR,1BA | $3.20 |
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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 $2,199 at Suncrest Ridge.
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 $2,200 at Briarcrest Apartments.
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