
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean Crest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ocean Crest area of San Diego.


Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!

Rancho Del Rio Estates

Mar at Chavez

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Ocean Breeze

Mar at Cottonwood

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Greenfield Village
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Ironwood

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Casoleil

Mar at Primera

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Silo

631 Blackshaw Ln

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The Landing at Ocean View Hills

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RiverEdge Terrace*
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3727 Byrd St

913 Arrecife Ct

Park Palomar

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Casa Madrid

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Angelina Terrace

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Tavera

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Luminary at Cota Vera

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1649 Marl Ave, Unit 2

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Ocean Crest, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Crest Studio Apartments | $2,171 | $2,137 | $2,207 |
| Ocean Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,858 | $1,695 | $4,709 |
| Ocean Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,249 | $2,195 | $5,707 |
| Ocean Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,091 | $2,950 | $5,173 |
| Ocean Crest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,376 | $5,376 | $5,376 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ocean Crest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Ocean Crest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ocean Crest area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! priced from $1,695. Park Palomar has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Ocean Crest apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $2095 | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Park Palomar | PP1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Mar at Chavez | Dawn | 1BR,1BA | $1,901 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $1,986 |
| Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $2,093 |
| Vista Lane | 1BD, 1BTH R1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,201 |
| Casoleil | A Bartlett 656 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2,351 |
| Casa Madrid | 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $2,399 |
| Mar at Primera | Neptune | 2BR,2BA | $2,430 |
| Silo | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,435 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Crest, CA
As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean Crest area is the $2.34 price per square foot Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $5,376. The second greatest value Ocean Crest apartment is the C1 Model at Mason starting at $3,575 with a $3.04 price per square foot in the Ocean Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Crest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salerno | Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 | 4BR,3.5BA | $2.34 |
| Mason | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.04 |
| RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence Two Lower | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 2 x 2 C - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.80 |
| Greenfield Village | Catalina | 2BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Mar at Primera | Neptune | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
| Casa Madrid | 2Br/1Ba | 2BR,1BA | $3.31 |
| Mar at Chavez | Gleam | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1695 | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Crest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Crest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Crest Apartment is $1,695 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ocean Crest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ocean Crest is starting from $2,195 at Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!.
What is the most affordable Ocean Crest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ocean Crest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Casoleil and starts from $3,384.
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