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16962 Westwood Ln

2817 E Broadway

822 Belmont Ave
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792 Termino Ave

1121 Obispo Ave

2662 2nd St

6821 E Ocean Blvd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Surfside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surfside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,937 | $2,495 | $6,500 |
| Surfside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,036 | $4,263 | $10,000+ |
| Surfside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,933 | $5,095 | $8,900 |
| Surfside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,100 | $6,100 | $6,100 |
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Cheapest Available Surfside Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Surfside, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Gondolier Apartments in the Belmont Heights neighborhood priced from $1,540. 125 Ximeno Avenue in the Belmont Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Surfside apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gondolier Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| 125 Ximeno Avenue | Studio (2285-stu) | Studio,1BA | $1,775 |
| Woodlake | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Surfside, CA and Nearby
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Surfside area is the $2.34 price per square foot Single Family Home Model at 3225 E Ocean Blvd in the in the Alamitos Beach neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Surfside apartment is the Townhome Model at Villa Pacific Townhomes starting at $2,792 with a $2.15 price per square foot in the McDonnell Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Surfside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3225 E Ocean Blvd | Single Family Home | 5BR,3.5BA | $2.34 |
| Villa Pacific Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.15 |
| Las Brisas Del Mar | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | (R) 2+2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Woodlake | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| Harborscape | 2BR/1BA Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Bridgeport Apartment Homes | Plan I | 2BR,1BA | $3.01 |
| Huntington Continental | Plan A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
| Newport Plaza | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Holiday West Apartments | Mayfair - 1 BR, 1BA DN | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Surfside?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Surfside, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,540 to $7,500. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Surfside ranging from $1,545 to $13,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Surfside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Surfside ranges from $1,545 to $13,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,501.
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