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$1,800 - $2,645Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Surfcaster Apartments
5050 Niagara AveSan Diego, CA 92107
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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$1,845 - $2,195Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Point Loma Bay Apartments
2440-2449 Soto StSan Diego, CA 92107
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Ocean Beach, San Diego, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Beach Studio Apartments | $1,985 | $1,800 | $2,217 |
| Ocean Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,763 | $1,975 | $5,892 |
| Ocean Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,894 | $2,625 | $9,606 |
| Ocean Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,961 | $4,095 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ocean Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Ocean Beach Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ocean Beach area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Surfcaster Apartments priced from $1,800. Point Loma Bay Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable Ocean Beach apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surfcaster Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Point Loma Bay Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,845 |
| Mar at Seaside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,928 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA
As of December 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean Beach area is the $3.83 price per square foot 5040 Santa Monica Ave Model at 5040 Santa Monica Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Wooded Area neighborhood starting from $4,600. The second greatest value Ocean Beach apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 5029 West Point Loma Blvd. starting at $2,900 with a $2.90 price per square foot in the Point Loma Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5040 Santa Monica Ave, Unit 4 | 5040 Santa Monica Ave | 2BR,2BA | $3.83 |
| 5029 West Point Loma Blvd. | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
| Nimitz Crossing | The Azure | 2BR,2BA | $3.68 |
| Elan The Park | Duo | 2BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Mar at Seaside | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.86 |
| Seacoast Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Elan Coco Palms | Optimo | Studio ,1BA | $4.43 |
| Point Loma Bay Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.67 |
| Surfcaster Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.04 |
Getting Around the Ocean Beach Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ocean Beach?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ocean Beach is at Surfcaster Apartments listed at $1,800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment is $1,975 at Seacoast Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ocean Beach is starting from $2,792 at Mar at Seaside.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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