
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the North Valley Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $800 (28 Rentals)
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283 Hadley Wy

283 Hadley Wy

4382 Pacifica Wy

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Summit By The Lake

OakLeaf Apartments

The Villages Of Monterey
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Riverview Springs

Presidio at Rancho Del Oro

River Oaks

Villa Del Mar Apartments (new)

Boulevard

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Stone Arbor

South River Village
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Elan Oceano

The Dylan

Montecito Village

283 Hadley Wy

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3177 Toopal Dr, Unit The Beachy Bungalow

Mission Cove

Shadow Way
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5062 Los Morros Way

133 Fireside St

Country Villas

Canyon Creek Apartments C

Valley View Apartments

Ocean Breeze
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North Valley, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in North Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,353 | $1,725 | $2,668 |
| North Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,733 | $2,075 | $3,200 |
| North Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,220 | $2,402 | $3,595 |
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Cheapest Available North Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Villages Of Monterey priced from $2,105. Riverview Springs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,210. Here are the most affordable North Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Villages Of Monterey | Monterey Bay | 1BR,1BA | $2,105 |
| Riverview Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,210 |
| River Oaks | STERLING OAKS | 1BR,1BA | $2,288 |
| Villa Del Mar Apartments (new) | 1x1UP | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Boulevard | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
| Stone Arbor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,331 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments C | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Valley View Apartments | 2/2 Standard | 2BR,2BA | $2,395 |
| South River Village | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath-60% AMI | 3BR,1BA | $2,402 |
| Presidio at Rancho Del Oro | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,423 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Valley, CA
As of April 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Valley area is the $2.56 price per square foot Plan 3A Model at Country Villas in the in the San Luis Rey neighborhood starting from $2,707. The second greatest value North Valley apartment is the Plan 2E Model at Mission Hills starting at $3,017 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the San Luis Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Villas | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
| Mission Hills | Plan 2E | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Valley View Apartments | 2/2 Standard | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| The Villages Of Monterey | Morgan Hill | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
| South River Village | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath-60% AMI | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.54 |
| Elan Oceano | 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Montecito Village | Sevilla | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.96 |
| Canyon Creek Apartments C | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Presidio at Rancho Del Oro | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| Riverview Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including North Valley, Oceanside, and the greater San Diego area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap North Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in North Valley?
The cheapest apartment in North Valley is The Villages Of Monterey which is listed at $2,105, while the average apartment in North Valley costs $3,281.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in North Valley?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in North Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in North Valley?
Cheap apartments in North Valley have an average cost of $120 which is $3,161 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in North Valley.
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