Cheap Homes for Rent in Townsite Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,700 (12 Rentals)

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999 N Pacific St

OceansideCA92054

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Townsite, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Townsite Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Townsite area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Salt & Vine Oceanside Apartments priced from $1,950. Elan Village North has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,245. Here are the most affordable Townsite apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Salt & Vine Oceanside ApartmentsShore - Remodeled1BR,1BA$1,950
Elan Village NorthAspire1BR,1BA$2,245
Ocean Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2,395
Canyon Club Apartments1X1 A1BR,1BA$2,399
The Village2BD/1BA-Most units2BR,1BA$2,450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Townsite, CA

As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Townsite area is the $3.97 price per square foot B8 Model at Pierside South in the in the Townsite neighborhood starting from $4,652. The second greatest value Townsite apartment is the B1 Model at Pierside North starting at $4,157 with a $4.11 price per square foot in the Townsite neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Townsite apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pierside SouthB82BR,2BA$3.97
Pierside NorthB12BR,2BA$4.11
TENTEN OceansideStandardStudio ,1BA$3.77
Welcome to Ocean Breeze in Oceanside Apartments3bd/2ba #3&#7 (floor 2&3) Facing street. bed2 h...3BR,2BA$3.88
Alta OceansideA51BR,1BA$4.03
Ocean Park ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$3.21
Canyon Club Apartments1X1 A1BR,1BA$3.57
The Village2BD/1BA-Most units2BR,1BA$3.77
Salt & Vine Oceanside ApartmentsShore - RemodeledStudio ,1BA$3.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Townsite, Oceanside, CA

Ranked #19

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Townsite

What type of rentals are currently available in Townsite?

There are currently 338 Apartments for Rent in Townsite, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,895 to $11,400. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Townsite ranging from $1,725 to $8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Townsite?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Townsite ranges from $1,725 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,792.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.