
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Solana Beach, CA from $1,700 (15 Rentals)
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304 N Rios Ave

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735 Genevieve St

Sierra Seaside Flats

Elan Cardiff By The Sea

Beach Colony

1760 El Camino Real, Unit 202, Unit 202
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Ocean Avenue by the Sea
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Solana Beach?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Solana Beach Studio Apartments | $2,741 | $2,290 | $3,819 |
| Cheap Solana Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,850 | $1,995 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Solana Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,158 | $2,995 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Solana Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,174 | $4,750 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Solana Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $16,175 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Solana Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Solana Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community in the North Rios neighborhood priced from $1,995. Elan Cardiff By The Sea in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Solana Beach apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community | 1x1 R | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,845 |
| Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,950 |
| RIVA | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3,800 |
| Signature Point | AR | 2BR,2BA | $4,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Solana Beach, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Solana Beach area is the $5.34 price per square foot 1/2 Model at El Adobe in the in the Del Mar Heights neighborhood starting from $6,800. The second greatest value Solana Beach apartment is the B4 Model at RIVA starting at $7,610 with a $6.38 price per square foot in the North Rios neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Solana Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Adobe | 1/2 | 1BR,2BA | $5.34 |
| RIVA | B4 | 2BR,2BA | $6.38 |
| Signature Point | AR | 2BR,2BA | $4.61 |
| Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community | 1x1 R | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| Beach Colony | Brand New Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.96 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Solana Beach Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Solana Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Solana Beach Apartment is $1,995 at Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Solana Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Solana Beach is starting from $3,170 at Elan Cardiff By The Sea.
What is the most affordable Solana Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Solana Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Signature Point and starts from $4,981.
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