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Cheapest Available Sunset Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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
Harbour Lights Resort Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,350

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

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Sunset Beach area is the $2.43 price per square foot 16702 Sims Ln Model at 16702 Sims Ln, Unit A in the in the Huntington Beach neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Sunset Beach apartment is the 2BR/1BA Upstairs Model at Harborscape starting at $2,395 with a $2.66 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.
16702 Sims Ln, Unit A16702 Sims Ln3BR,2.5BA$2.43
Harborscape2BR/1BA Upstairs2BR,1BA$2.66
Harbour Lights Resort Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large1BR,1BA$3.20
1622 Ocean Ave, Unit Seal Beach Unit B1622 Ocean Ave1BR,1BA$4.13
Monticello Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.21
16742 Lynn Ln, Unit C16742 Lynn Ln1BR,1BA$3.58
Cambridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.65

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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 Sunset Beach

What type of rentals are currently available in Sunset Beach?

There are currently 507 Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,925 to $3,700. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Sunset Beach ranging from $1,250 to $13,000.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Sunset Beach ranges from $1,250 to $13,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,998.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.