
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tri City Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (39 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Tri City area of Oceanside.


Briarcrest Apartments

Terra Oceanside

Elan Paseo Vista

The Villages Of Monterey

Suncrest Ridge

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Island Club

3557 Paseo De Francisco, Unit UNIT 202

Montecito Village
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Shadow Ridge Apartments

Boulevard

Carlsbad View Apartments

Ocean Vista

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The Pointe at 2316

Tri-City Gardens

Casa Vista Apartments

Sunterra

Villas de Laura
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3644 Mira Pacific Dr

1615 Carriage Cir

2812 Chatsworth Way

3114 Dilla Pl

Sunset Springs Apartments

2407 Sonora Ct

2407 Sonora Ct

Vista Pacifica Apartments
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Bella Terra

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Breeze Hill

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Softwind Point

756 Anns Way

Elan Vista Alta

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Westwind Apartments

219 Diamond Way

West Palm Apartments
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Vista Terrace Apartments

333 N Melrose Dr

Cedar Woods Apartments
Tri City, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tri City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tri City Studio Apartments | $2,540 | $2,095 | $3,417 |
| Tri City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,514 | $1,900 | $6,494 |
| Tri City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,895 | $2,150 | $7,400 |
| Tri City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,746 | $1,400 | $5,290 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Tri City Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA.
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Cheapest Available Tri City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tri City area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Ascot Village priced from $2,013. Vista Pacifica Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Tri City apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascot Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,013 |
| Vista Pacifica Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Bella Terra | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2,101 |
| Elan Paseo Vista | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
| Suncrest Ridge | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Softwind Point | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,263 |
| Montecito Village | Valencia | 1BR,1BA | $2,281 |
| Island Club | Bali Premier | 1BR,1BA | $2,323 |
| Sunterra | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,324 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tri City, CA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tri City area is the $2.50 price per square foot The Venice Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $3,919. The second greatest value Tri City 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 Tri City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piazza D'Oro | The Venice | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.50 |
| Briarcrest Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Bath Model | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Elan Milano | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.07 |
| Sunterra | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.64 |
| Elan Paseo Vista | 11B | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Shadow Ridge Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Carlsbad View Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Ascot Village | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.77 |
| Vista Pacifica Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Bella Terra | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tri City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Tri City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Tri City Apartment is $2,013 at Ascot Village.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Tri City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Tri City is starting from $2,200 at Briarcrest Apartments.
What is the most affordable Tri City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Tri City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Villages Of Monterey and starts from $3,254.
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