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Solana Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Solana Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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 $2,195. Ocean Crest in the North Rios neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,764. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Solana Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community1x1 R1BR,1BA$2,195
Ocean CrestCatalina1BR,1BA$2,764
Elan Cardiff By The Sea2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A2BR,2BA$2,870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Solana Beach, CA and Nearby

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Solana Beach area is the $3.82 price per square foot C1R Model at Signature Point in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $4,891. The second greatest value Solana Beach apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A Model at Elan Cardiff By The Sea starting at $2,870 with a $2.94 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 PointC1R3BR,2BA$3.82
Elan Cardiff By The Sea2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A2BR,2BA$2.94
Ocean CrestThe Coronado2BR,2BA$3.28
Sierra Seaside Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$5.30
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community1x1 R1BR,1BA$3.92
Beach ColonyBrand New StudioStudio ,1BA$7.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Solana Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Solana Beach?

There are currently 89 Apartments for Rent in Solana Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,195 to $11,670. There are also 91 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Solana Beach ranging from $2,500 to $100,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Solana Beach?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Solana Beach ranges from $2,500 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $26,481.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Solana Beach?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Solana Beach range from $3,645 to $11,670, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,500 to $42,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $9,720.

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