
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean Crest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,100 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Ocean Crest area of San Diego.


4757 Camberley Ct

Mar at Cottonwood

Rancho Del Rio Estates

Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!
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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 | $1,777 | $1,395 | $2,199 |
Ocean Crest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,917 | $1,627 | $3,495 |
Ocean Crest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,364 | $1,895 | $4,947 |
Ocean Crest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,191 | $2,399 | $5,349 |
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There are currently 13 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 Rancho Del Rio Estates priced from $1,852. Mar at Cottonwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. Here are the most affordable Ocean Crest apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Rancho Del Rio Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,852 |
Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals! | Basic! Utilities Paid from $1995 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Vista Apartments | 1BD, 1BTH R1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Casa Madrid | 1Br/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Crest, CA
As of October 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean Crest area is the $2.31 price per square foot Townhome One 3 x 3.5 Model at Salerno in the in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood starting from $4,238. The second greatest value Ocean Crest apartment is the Residence Four Lower Model at RiverEdge Terrace* starting at $3,990 with a $2.98 price per square foot in the Sunbow 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. |
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Salerno | Townhome One 3 x 3.5 | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.31 |
RiverEdge Terrace* | Residence Four Lower | 3BR,2BA | $2.98 |
Mason | C1 | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.97 |
The Landing at Ocean View Hills | 2 x 2 C - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
East Orange Village | 2-1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.23 |
Angelina Terrace | Two Bedrooms Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.79 |
Ironwood | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.20 |
Silo | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Greenfield Village | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
Mar at Cottonwood | Palmeras | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
Getting Around the Ocean Crest Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
34 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 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 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 $1,852 at Rancho Del Rio Estates.
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 $2,086 at Mar at Cottonwood.
What is the most affordable Ocean Crest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ocean Crest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Casa Madrid and starts from $2,995.
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