Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, CA from $2,295 (31 Rentals)

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Harbor Breeze
2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Breeze

4841 Heil AveHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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322 11th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

322 11th St

322 11th StSeal Beach, CA 90740
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1016 Ocean Ave
Studio Apartments

1016 Ocean Ave

1016 Ocean AveSeal Beach, CA 90740

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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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Harbor Lynn Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Lynn Apartments

16875 Lynn StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Cambridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cambridge Apartments

17171 Bolsa Chica StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Los Patos Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Los Patos Apartments

17172 Bolsa Chica StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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Monticello Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monticello Apartments

17052 Green StHuntington Beach, CA 92649
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16802 Blanton St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

16802 Blanton St

16802 Blanton StHuntington Beach, CA 92649

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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 Huntington Beach neighborhood priced from $2,245. Monticello Apartments in the Huntington Beach neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,345. 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$2,245
Monticello Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,345
Harborscape2BR/1BA Upstairs2BR,1BA$2,395
17022 Sandra Lee Lane1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2,400
Bridgeport Apartment HomesPlan A Downstairs1BR,1BA$2,400
Harbour Lights Resort Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,450
Las Brisas Del MarOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2,545
16802 Blanton St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2,595
KIN48213BR/2.5BA3BR,2BA$3,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, CA

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Beach area is the $2.66 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Upstairs Model at Harborscape in the in the Bolsa Chica neighborhood starting from $2,395. The second greatest value Sunset Beach apartment is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at Las Brisas Del Mar starting at $2,545 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the Huntington Beach 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.
Harborscape2BR/1BA Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.66
Las Brisas Del MarOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$3.18
Harbour Lights Resort Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.30
Monticello Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.21
16742 Lynn Ln, Unit C16742 Lynn Ln1BR,1BA$3.58
Bridgeport Apartment HomesPlan A Downstairs1BR,1BA$3.76
Cambridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.65

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $2,245 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 $2,395 at Harborscape.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.