Cheap Homes for Rent in the Ocean Crest Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,600 (5 Rentals)

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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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vista Lane Family Homes - Affordable Housing3501 -Studio - 50% AMIStudio,1BA$1,455
Foxwood - 30 Day Rentals!Fully Furnished - Utilities Paid from $20951BR,1BA$1,695
Park PalomarPP11BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Crest, CA

As of July 14, 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 $5,368. The second greatest value Ocean Crest apartment is the T1 Model at Enclave Heritage Townhomes starting at $4,508 with a $2.77 price per square foot in the Rancho del Rey neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Crest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SalernoTownhome Two 4 x 3.54BR,3.5BA$2.34
Enclave Heritage TownhomesT13BR,2.5BA$2.77
RiverEdge Terrace*Residence Four Lower3BR,2BA$3.23
Tavera40c1 2x22BR,2BA$2.52
MasonC13BR,2.5BA$2.87
The Landing at Ocean View Hills2 x 2 C - Renovated2BR,2BA$2.73
Greenfield VillageCatalina2BR,1BA$3.10
SiloA21BR,1BA$3.24
Stone CreekArroyo2BR,2BA$3.37
The Residences at Cota VeraResidence 21BR,1BA$3.27

Frequently Asked Questions about Ocean Crest

What type of rentals are currently available in Ocean Crest?

There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Ocean Crest, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,455 to $7,065. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ocean Crest ranging from $1,600 to $4,295.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ocean Crest?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ocean Crest ranges from $1,600 to $4,295 with an average monthly rent of $2,897.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ocean Crest?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ocean Crest range from $1,916 to $7,065, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,368.

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