Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, CA from $1,000 (161 Rentals)

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Waterfront 4 Units
1 Bedroom Apartments

Waterfront 4 Units

16784 Pacific Coast HwySunset Beach, CA 90742
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16805 14th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

16805 14th St

16805 14th StSunset Beach, CA 90742
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16511 23rd St
2 Bedroom Apartments

16511 23rd St

16511 23rd StSunset Beach, CA 90742
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17016 7th St
Studio Apartments

17016 7th St

17016 7th StSunset Beach, CA 90742
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Harbor Bluffs Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Bluffs Apartments

17161 Harbor Bluffs CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Harbor Bluffs Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Bluffs Apartments

17072 Harbor Bluffs CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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4832 King Cir
3 Bedroom Apartments

4832 King Cir

4832 King CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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17082 Lynn Ln
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17082 Lynn Ln

17082 Lynn LnHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Harbor Bluffs Apartments
Studio Apartments

Harbor Bluffs Apartments

17141 Harbor Bluffs CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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90 14th St
Studio Apartments

90 14th St

90 14th StSeal Beach, CA 90740
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Villa Milano
3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Milano

5142 Warner AveHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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16822 Lynn St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16822 Lynn St

16822 Lynn StHuntington Beach, CA 92649

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16681 Island Cir
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16681 Island Cir

16681 Island CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Heil and Bolsa Chica
2 Bedroom Apartments

Heil and Bolsa Chica

16601 Regina CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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4892 Kona Dr
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

4892 Kona Dr

4892 Kona DrHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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141 14th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

141 14th St

141 14th StSeal Beach, CA 90740
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1527 Seal Way
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1527 Seal Way

1527 Seal WaySeal Beach, CA 90740
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1206 Ocean Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1206 Ocean Ave

1206 Ocean AveSeal Beach, CA 90740

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211 12th St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

211 12th St

211 12th StSeal Beach, CA 90740
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Harbour Village
Studio Apartments

Harbour Village

4561 Heil AveHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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1000 Ocean Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1000 Ocean Ave

1000 Ocean AveSeal Beach, CA 90740
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Harbor Bluffs Apartments
Studio Apartments

Harbor Bluffs Apartments

17102 Harbor Bluffs CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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156 12th St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

156 12th St

156 12th StSeal Beach, CA 90740
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16651 Dolores St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16651 Dolores St

16651 Dolores StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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17131 Green St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

17131 Green St

17131 Green StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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16805 Roosevelt Ln
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16805 Roosevelt Ln

16805 Roosevelt LnHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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16692 Algonquin St
Studio Apartments

16692 Algonquin St

16692 Algonquin StHuntington Beach, CA 92649

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4901 Kona Dr
Studio Apartments

4901 Kona Dr

4901 Kona DrHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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16691 Blanton St
2 Bedroom Apartments

16691 Blanton St

16691 Blanton StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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1007 Ocean Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1007 Ocean Ave

1007 Ocean AveSeal Beach, CA 90740
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16711 Dolores Ln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16711 Dolores Ln

16711 Dolores LnHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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119 13th St
Studio Apartments

119 13th St

119 13th StSeal Beach, CA 90740
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16801 Roosevelt Ln
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16801 Roosevelt Ln

16801 Roosevelt LnHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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16642 Sims St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16642 Sims St

16642 Sims StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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1500 Marine St
2 Bedroom Apartments

1500 Marine St

1500 Marine StSeal Beach, CA 90740
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16441 Waterway Cir
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16441 Waterway Cir

16441 Waterway CirHuntington Beach, CA 92649

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Sunset Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Sunset Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Sunset Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cambridge Apartments in the Ellis-Golden West neighborhood priced from $2,100. Bridgeport Apartment Homes in the Bolsa Chica neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sunset Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cambridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
Bridgeport Apartment HomesPlan A Downstairs1BR,1BA$2,195
Harbour Lights Resort Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,320
Harborscape2BR/1BA Upstairs2BR,1BA$2,320
Las BrisasSea Breeze II2BR,2BA$2,870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, CA

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Beach area is the $2.61 price per square foot Sea Breeze II Model at Las Brisas in the in the Bolsa Chica neighborhood starting from $2,870. The second greatest value Sunset Beach apartment is the 2BR/1BA Upstairs Model at Harborscape starting at $2,320 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Bolsa Chica neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Las BrisasSea Breeze II2BR,2BA$2.61
Harborscape2BR/1BA Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.58
Harbour Lights Resort Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$3.68
361 13th St, Unit SEAL BEACH #4361 13th St2BR,1BA$3.69
Bridgeport Apartment HomesPlan A Downstairs1BR,1BA$3.44
Cambridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.41

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Getting Around Sunset Beach, CA

Walk Score®

71 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

5 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Beach Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Beach Apartment is $2,100 at Cambridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Beach is starting from $2,320 at Harborscape.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.