Cheap Apartments for Rent in Solana Beach, CA from $1,700 (10 Rentals)

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Solana Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Solana Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Solana Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elan Cardiff By The Sea in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $2,545. Ocean Crest in the North Rios neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,918. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Solana Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elan Cardiff By The Sea1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A1BR,1BA$2,545
Ocean CrestThe Coronado2BR,2BA$2,918
Beach ColonyBrand New StudioStudio,1BA$3,065

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Solana Beach, CA

As of October 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Solana Beach area is the $4.63 price per square foot C2 Model at Signature Point in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $6,259. The second greatest value Solana Beach apartment is the 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 32A Model at Elan Cardiff By The Sea starting at $3,545 with a $3.06 price per square foot in the North Shore Cities neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Solana Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Signature PointC23BR,2BA$4.63
Elan Cardiff By The Sea3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 32A3BR,2BA$3.06
Bel Mondo Condos2 BR / 2 BA2BR,2BA$2.86
Ocean CrestThe Coronado2BR,2BA$3.09
Solana Mar ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$5.39
Beach ColonyBrand New StudioStudio ,1BA$7.23

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Walk Score®

75 / 100

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Most errands can be accomplished on foot

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53 / 100

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Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Solana Beach Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Solana Beach?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Solana Beach is at Solana Mar Apartments listed at $2,425.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Solana Beach Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Solana Beach Apartment is $2,345 at Elan Cardiff By The Sea.

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 $2,745 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 Elan Cardiff By The Sea and starts from $3,545.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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