Cheap Apartments for Rent in Del Mar, CA from $1,700 (14 Rentals)
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Del Mar, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Del Mar?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Del Mar Studio Apartments | $2,678 | $2,100 | $3,356 |
Cheap Del Mar 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,190 | $2,350 | $4,395 |
Cheap Del Mar 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,977 | $2,780 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Del Mar 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,204 | $4,136 | $8,468 |
Cheap Del Mar 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,620 | $8,620 | $8,620 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Del Mar, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/04/2025Current apartment rentals in the Del Mar, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Del Mar Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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North City | $4,581 | $2,425 | 58 |
Cheapest Available Del Mar Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Del Mar, CA is a Studio unit found at Terraces at Del Mar in the Del Mar Heights neighborhood priced from $2,100. Ocean Crest in the North Rios neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,639. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Del Mar apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Terraces at Del Mar | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
Ocean Crest | The Avalon | Studio,1BA | $2,639 |
The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,687 |
Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3,043 |
One Paseo Living | Studio S1 | Studio,1BA | $3,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Del Mar, CA
As of May 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Del Mar area is the $3.50 price per square foot 3 bedroom, 2 bath Model at 608 N Rios Ave in the in the North Rios neighborhood starting from $6,995. The second greatest value Del Mar apartment is the Floor Plan A Model at Sandbox Solana starting at $8,000 with a $6.56 price per square foot in the North Rios neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Del Mar apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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608 N Rios Ave | 3 bedroom, 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $3.50 |
Sandbox Solana | Floor Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $6.56 |
Signature Point | B2R | 2BR,2BA | $4.15 |
Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
Beach Colony | Brand New One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.08 |
Ocean Crest | The Avalon | Studio ,1BA | $3.82 |
The Club Torrey Pines | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.79 |
One Paseo Living | Studio S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.39 |
Terraces at Del Mar | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.25 |
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Getting Around Del Mar, CA
Walk Score®
69 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Del Mar Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Del Mar?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Del Mar is at Terraces at Del Mar listed at $2,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Del Mar Apartment is $2,687 at The Club Torrey Pines.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Del Mar Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Del Mar is starting from $2,780 at Ocean Crest.
What is the most affordable Del Mar Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Del Mar Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Del Mar Ridge and starts from $4,136.
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