
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the San Luis Rey Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,000 (22 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the San Luis Rey area of Oceanside.


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Summit By The Lake

OakLeaf Apartments

734 Buena Tierra Way

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Villa Del Mar Apartments (new)

The Dylan

Riverview Springs
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Montecito Village

Elan Oceano

Presidio at Rancho Del Oro

River Oaks

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Stone Arbor

Mission Hills

Shadow Way
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141 Douglas Dr

Country Villas

200 N El Camino Real

4269 Black Duck Way

328 Riverview Way

634 Sumner Way

194 Avenida Descanso
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340 S El Camino Real
San Luis Rey, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Luis Rey?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Luis Rey 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,358 | $1,725 | $2,620 |
| San Luis Rey 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,756 | $2,075 | $3,200 |
| San Luis Rey 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,329 | $2,650 | $3,848 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Luis Rey Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
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Cheapest Available San Luis Rey Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Luis Rey area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Summit By The Lake priced from $1,825. Villa Del Mar Apartments (new) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,204. Here are the most affordable San Luis Rey apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summit By The Lake | Plan B 1X1L | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
| Villa Del Mar Apartments (new) | 1x1UP | 1BR,1BA | $2,204 |
| The Dylan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,270 |
| Riverview Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Montecito Village | Valencia | 1BR,1BA | $2,444 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Luis Rey, CA
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Luis Rey area is the $2.89 price per square foot Plan 3A Model at Country Villas in the in the San Luis Rey neighborhood starting from $3,057. The second greatest value San Luis Rey apartment is the Plan 2C Model at Mission Hills starting at $2,779 with a $2.82 price per square foot in the San Luis Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Luis Rey apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country Villas | Plan 3A | 3BR,2BA | $2.89 |
| Mission Hills | Plan 2C | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| 120 Avenida Las Brisas, Unit B | 120 Avenida Las Brisas | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| Stone Arbor | 2 Bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.98 |
| River Oaks | HERITAGE OAKS | 2BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Presidio at Rancho Del Oro | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| The Dylan | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Villa Del Mar Apartments (new) | 1X1DO | 1BR,1BA | $3.16 |
| Riverview Springs | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Summit By The Lake | Plan B 1X1L | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Luis Rey Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Luis Rey Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Luis Rey Apartment is $1,825 at Summit By The Lake.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Luis Rey Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Luis Rey is starting from $2,350 at Summit By The Lake.
What is the most affordable San Luis Rey Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Luis Rey Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Country Villas and starts from $3,057.
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