
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Costa Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (46 Rentals)
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3929 Stanford Dr

Camino Colony

Briarcrest Apartments

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Creekwood Villas

Ocean Vista

Elan Paseo Vista

The Villages Of Monterey

Suncrest Ridge
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Shadow Ridge Apartments

Boulevard

Carlsbad View Apartments

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2163 Via Sonora, Unit 2163

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3594 North Way

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The Pointe at 2316

Elan Milano
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4165 Tiberon Dr, Unit 4165 Tiberon Dr

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2016 Via Esmarca, Unit #2

Tri-City Gardens

Casa Vista Apartments

432 Edgehill Ln

Villas de Laura

Canyon Creek Apartments C

Villa Camino Apartments
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3644 Mira Pacific Dr

3685 Vista Campana N

2929 Fire Mountain Dr

2183 Via Robles

2140 Via Robles

2812 Chatsworth Way

942 Ruby Dr, Unit C

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The Avenue at Carlsbad

The Bluffs at Carlsbad

3434 Monroe St

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West Palm Apartments

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1825 McCauley Ln

2336 Hosp Way
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2344 Hosp Way
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 | $2,359 | $2,000 | $3,899 |
| Mira Costa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,516 | $1,400 | $6,072 |
| Mira Costa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,017 | $2,200 | $10,000+ |
| Mira Costa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,865 | $3,139 | $6,001 |
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There are currently 46 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 Camino Colony priced from $1,950. Creekwood Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,029. Here are the most affordable Mira Costa apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camino Colony | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
| Creekwood Villas | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $2,029 |
| Vista Pacifica Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Ocean Vista | The Lagoon | 1BR,1BA | $2,140 |
| The Avenue at Carlsbad | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,187 |
| Elan Paseo Vista | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Villages Of Monterey | Monterey Bay | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
| Villas de Laura | Model 8 - Standard 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| The Bluffs at Carlsbad | 1 Bed 1 Bath Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,298 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Costa, CA
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mira Costa area is the $2.42 price per square foot The Rome Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $3,771. The second greatest value Mira Costa apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model Model at Briarcrest Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $2.00 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 Rome | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.42 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 2016 Via Esmarca, Unit #2 | 2016 Via Esmarca | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| 2163 Via Sonora, Unit 2163 | 2163 Via Sonora | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Suncrest Ridge | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Carlsbad View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| The Villages Of Monterey | Monterey Bay | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Vista Pacifica Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Elan Paseo Vista | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Camino Colony | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mira Costa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mira Costa?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mira Costa is at Creekwood Villas listed at $2,029.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Costa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Costa Apartment is $1,950 at Camino Colony.
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.
What is the most affordable Mira Costa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mira Costa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Piazza D'Oro and starts from $3,771.
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