
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oceana Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,000 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Oceana area of Oceanside.


3929 Stanford Dr

Camino Colony

Villa Pacific Apartments

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Creekwood Villas

OakLeaf Apartments

Silver Oak Apartments

734 Buena Tierra Way

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Villa Del Mar Apartments (new)
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The Villages Of Monterey

The Dylan

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Ocean View Terrace Apartments

Riverview Springs

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560 Greenbrier Dr, Unit 209

Sunset View

Stoney Brook Apartments

Montecito Village

Elan Oceano
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Presidio at Rancho Del Oro

Mission Hills

River Oaks

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Stone Arbor

Shadow Way

Manzana

Mission Cove

Ocean Hills Apartments

432 Edgehill Ln
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La Mision Village (no availability)

Greenbrier Apartments

Westwood Village

Villa Camino Apartments

Canyon Creek

Sunterra

Country Villas

141 Douglas Dr

2929 Fire Mountain Dr
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200 N El Camino Real

2140 Via Robles
Oceana, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oceana?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oceana Studio Apartments | $2,394 | $2,029 | $3,013 |
| Oceana 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,465 | $1,950 | $3,016 |
| Oceana 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,994 | $2,200 | $3,875 |
| Oceana 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,026 | $2,804 | $5,550 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Oceana Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
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Cheapest Available Oceana Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oceana 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 Oceana 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 |
| Silver Oak Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
| Villa Del Mar Apartments (new) | 1x1UP | 1BR,1BA | $2,204 |
| The Villages Of Monterey | Monterey Bay | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
| The Dylan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,270 |
| Riverview Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Sunset View | Balboa | 1BR,1BA | $2,349 |
| Villa Camino Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oceana, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oceana area is the $2.55 price per square foot 2016 Via Esmarca Model at 2016 Via Esmarca, Unit #2 in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Oceana apartment is the Plan 3A Model at Country Villas starting at $3,057 with a $2.89 price per square foot in the San Luis Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oceana apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Via Esmarca, Unit #2 | 2016 Via Esmarca | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.55 |
| Country Villas | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Mission Hills | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Stoney Brook Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Silver Oak Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| Stone Arbor | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| River Oaks | HERITAGE OAKS | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Sunset View | Balboa | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Villa Camino Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Camino Colony | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oceana Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Oceana?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Oceana is at Creekwood Villas listed at $2,029.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oceana Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oceana Apartment is $1,950 at Camino Colony.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oceana Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oceana is starting from $2,250 at Camino Colony.
What is the most affordable Oceana Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Oceana Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Villas and starts from $3,057.
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