Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Tri City Neighborhood of Oceanside, CA from $1,100 (49 Rentals)

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Island Club
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$2,257 - $2,899
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Island Club

2300 Catalina CirOceanside, CA 92056
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Terra Oceanside
$2,295 - $2,895
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$2,295 - $2,895
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15

Terra Oceanside

3964-3970 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056
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The Pointe at 2316
$2,538 - $2,841
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The Pointe at 2316

2316 Paseo De LauraOceanside, CA 92056
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Tri-City Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Tri-City Gardens

4129-4130 Waring RdOceanside, CA 92056
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Casa Vista Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Vista Apartments

2325 Paseo De LauraOceanside, CA 92056
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Villas de Laura
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas de Laura

2330 Paseo De LauraOceanside, CA 92056
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Softwind Point
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$1,812 - $4,930
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Softwind Point

881 Soft Wind RdVista, CA 92081
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Bella Terra
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$2,004 - $6,973
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Bella Terra

365 Pomelo DrVista, CA 92081
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$2,595 - $4,650

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705 Passion Ct

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$2,850 - $4,995

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709 Passion Ct

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Flower Fields
$2,851 - $3,521
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Flower Fields

2666 Flower Fields WayCarlsbad, CA 92010
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Westwind Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Westwind Apartments

171-180 Nettleton RdVista, CA 92083
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Breeze Hill
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Breeze Hill

710 Breeze Hill RdVista, CA 92081
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Cedar Woods Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Woods Apartments

210 Cedar RdVista, CA 92083
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Grapevine Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grapevine Apartments

309 Grapevine RdVista, CA 92083
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Bella Vista
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Vista

1515 Date StVista, CA 92083
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Tri City, Oceanside, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Tri City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Tri City area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Softwind Point priced from $1,812. Sunset Springs Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,900. Here are the most affordable Tri City apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Softwind PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,812
Sunset Springs ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Ascot Village1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,993
Bella TerraPlan A1BR,1BA$2,004
Suncrest Ridge1x11BR,1BA$2,099
Briarcrest Apartments2 Beds, 1 Bath Model2BR,1BA$2,200
Island ClubBali Premier1BR,1BA$2,257
The Villages Of MontereyMonterey Bay1BR,1BA$2,290
Carlsbad View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,295
Montecito VillageValencia1BR,1BA$2,299

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tri City, CA

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Tri City area is the $2.56 price per square foot The Venice Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $4,018. The second greatest value Tri City apartment is the 3-2 Up w/balcony Model at Emerald Vista Apartments starting at $2,649 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tri City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Piazza D'OroThe Venice2BR,2.5BA$2.56
Emerald Vista Apartments3-2 Up w/balcony3BR,2BA$2.30
Briarcrest Apartments2 Beds, 1 Bath Model2BR,1BA$2.00
Sunset ViewMarbella2BR,2BA$2.90
Breeze Hill2x22BR,2BA$2.84
SunterraTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$2.72
Carlsbad View ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.82
Ascot Village1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.75
Sunset Springs ApartmentsUpgraded One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.92
Bella TerraPlan A1BR,1BA$2.86

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Tri City, Oceanside, and the greater San Diego area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 $1,900 at Sunset Springs Apartments.

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 $2,150 at Sunset Springs 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 Emerald Vista Apartments and starts from $2,649.

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