Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA from $900 (12 Rentals)

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Pelican Point
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pelican Point

5101-5107 Narragansett AveSan Diego, CA 92107
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4835 Saratoga Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

4835 Saratoga Ave

4835 Saratoga AveSan Diego, CA 92107
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Montalvo
1 Bedroom Apartments

Montalvo

4247 Montalvo StSan Diego, CA 92107
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Harbor Villa Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Villa Apartments

2810 Keats StSan Diego, CA 92106
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Torre Del Mar
1 Bedroom Apartments

Torre Del Mar

4925 Del Mar AveSan Diego, CA 92107
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Esquire
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Esquire

4710 Point Loma AveSan Diego, CA 92107
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Silver Spray Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Silver Spray Apartments

5116 Narragansett AveSan Diego, CA 92107
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Ocean Beach, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ocean Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ocean Beach, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments in the Midway District neighborhood priced from $1,508. Mar at Seaside in the Point Loma Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,990. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ocean Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Presidio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,508
Mar at SeasideStudioStudio,1BA$1,990
Elan Loma HighlandsOptimoStudio,1BA$1,995
Elan Coco PalmsOptimoStudio,1BA$2,095
Mariners Cove ApartmentsThe Sunset1BR,1BA$2,134

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

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean Beach area is the $3.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades in the in the Old Town San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,725. The second greatest value Ocean Beach apartment is the B2 Model at The Seaton Apartments starting at $4,135 with a $3.49 price per square foot in the Balboa Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ocean Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Loma Palisades3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$3.10
The Seaton ApartmentsB22BR,2BA$3.49
Nimitz CrossingThe Breeze2BR,2BA$3.53
The Californian - Residential2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$3.49
Arrive Mission ValleyToledo2BR,2BA$3.47
Elan Cape PalmsAllure2BR,2BA$3.55
Elan The PlazaAspire1BR,1BA$3.46
Elan The ParkAspire1BR,1BA$3.71
Loma Portal1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.50
Gables Point LomaE1BR,1BA$3.72

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Getting Around Ocean Beach, CA

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

63 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ocean Beach Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ocean Beach?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ocean Beach is at The Presidio Apartments listed at $1,508.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ocean Beach Apartment is $1,921 at The Presidio Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ocean Beach is starting from $2,538 at Mariners Cove Apartments.

What is the most affordable Ocean Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ocean Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Mariners Cove Apartments and starts from $3,605.

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