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$1,455 - $2,909Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing
3501-3509 Vista LnSan Diego, CA 92173
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean Crest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,455 (25 Rentals)
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$1,695 - $2,2951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
4260 Palm AveSan Diego, CA 92154
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$1,9501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jan 1, 2027
Rancho Del Rio Estates
3890 Sipes LnSan Diego, CA 92173
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$2,020 - $3,0001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Sisal
2377 Brushholly DrSan Diego, CA 92154
5150 Calle Sandwaves
San DiegoCA92154
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$2,1282 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Haven
4224 Camino de la PlzSan Diego, CA 92173
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$2,131 - $3,076
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Ocean Breeze
561 W San Ysidro BlvdSan Diego, CA 92173
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$2,246 - $6,503
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The Landing at Ocean View Hills
455 Dennery RdSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,262 - $3,343
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Ironwood
2240 Ironwood CirSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,321 - $4,594
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Silo
7231 Colchester CtSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,371 - $7,350
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Casoleil
1100 Dennery RdSan Diego, CA 92154
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$2,672 - $7,382
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Greenfield Village
5540 Ocean Gate LnSan Diego, CA 92154
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1078 Fuchsia Ln
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5405 Beach Grass Ln
San DiegoCA92154
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$1,600
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122 E Quintard St, Unit Studio
122 E Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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$2,095 - $2,995
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Casa Madrid
240 Quintard StChula Vista, CA 91911
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$2,195 - $3,299
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Angelina Terrace
181 E Orange AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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$2,259 - $2,604
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Vista Lane
1440-1450 2nd AveChula Vista, CA 91911
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Stone Creek
3865 Main StChula Vista, CA 91911
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$2,512 - $6,289
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Tavera
1465 Santa Victoria RdChula Vista, CA 91913
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$2,503 - $4,111
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The Residences at Cota Vera
1575 Camino AltezzaChula Vista, CA 91913
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$2,610 - $6,2661 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Enclave Heritage Flats
1800 Santa Carolina RdChula Vista, CA 91913
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$2,666 - $3,896
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Artisan at the Village of Escaya
1151 Encanto LoopChula Vista, CA 91913
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$2,719 - $4,194
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Luminary at Cota Vera
6000 Luminary DrChula Vista, CA 91913
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Villa Nueva Apartments
1901 Del Sur BlvdSan Ysidro, CA 92173
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Ocean Crest, San Diego, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean Crest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Crest Studio Apartments | $1,868 | $1,455 | $2,262 |
| Ocean Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,718 | $1,550 | $4,612 |
| Ocean Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,346 | $1,850 | $5,922 |
| Ocean Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,695 | $2,034 | $6,266 |
| Ocean Crest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,293 | $5,293 | $5,293 |
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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 Studio unit found at Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing priced from $1,455. Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,695. Here are the most affordable Ocean Crest apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing | 3501 -Studio - 50% AMI | Studio, 1BA | $1,455 |
| Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $2095 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,695 |
| Casa Madrid | 1Br/1Ba | 1BR, 1BA | $2,095 |
| Park Haven | 2B1B | 2BR, 1BA | $2,128 |
| The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 1 x 1 | 1BR, 1BA | $2,246 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Crest, CA
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ocean Crest area is the $2.30 price per square foot Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $5,293. The second greatest value Ocean Crest apartment is the Three Bedroom Towhome Model at Angelina Terrace in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting at $3,295 with a $2.70 price per square foot. 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. |
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| Salerno | Townhome Two 4 x 3.5 | 4BR, 3.5BA | $2.30 |
| Angelina Terrace | Three Bedroom Towhome | 3BR, 1.5BA | $2.70 |
| Mason | B | 2BR, 2.5BA | $2.90 |
| Tavera | 40b 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $3.06 |
| The Residences at Cota Vera | Residence 6 | 2BR, 2BA | $3.27 |
| Ocean Breeze | Plan D | 3x2 | 3BR, 2BA | $3.03 |
| RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence One | 1BR, 1BA | $3.05 |
| Greenfield Village | Catalina | 2BR, 1BA | $2.97 |
| Vista Lane | 2BD, 1BTH R1 | 2BR, 1BA | $2.71 |
| Park Haven | 2B1B | 2BR, 1BA | $2.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Crest Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ocean Crest?
The cheapest apartment in Ocean Crest is Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing which is listed at $1,550, while the average apartment in Ocean Crest costs $3,102.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ocean Crest?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Ocean Crest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Ocean Crest?
Cheap apartments in Ocean Crest have an average cost of $432 which is $2,670 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ocean Crest.
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