
Cheap Homes for Rent in Oceanside, CA from $1,200 (17 Rentals)
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514 Luna Dr

1222 Holly St

2313 Shawn Ct
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3646 Buck Ridge Ave

2407 Sonora Ct

3914 Cameo Dr

432 Edgehill Ln
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800 E Bobier Dr

6088 De La Rosa Ln

2929 Fire Mountain Dr

514 Calle Montecito
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1310 Breeze St

2380 Hosp Way, Unit 237

521 Calle Montecito

2740 Mason Way
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315 Hillside Ct
Oceanside, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Oceanside?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oceanside 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,120 | $2,150 | $6,995 |
Oceanside 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,738 | $2,600 | $10,000+ |
Oceanside 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,731 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
Oceanside 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,382 | $4,300 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Oceanside, CA
Pricing Updated: 05/16/2025Current apartment rentals in the Oceanside, 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 Oceanside Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Camp Pendleton | $3,590 | $1,675 | 183 |
Cheapest Available Oceanside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oceanside, CA is a Studio unit found at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Guajome neighborhood priced from $1,600. Summit By The Lake in the San Luis Rey neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oceanside apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Summit By The Lake | Plan B 1X1L | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
Ocean Vista | The Lagoon | 1BR,1BA | $1,840 |
Softwind Point | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,844 |
Terra Oceanside Apartments | 0x1 | Studio,1BA | $1,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oceanside area is the $2.48 price per square foot The Verona Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $4,232. The second greatest value Oceanside apartment is the Cassia Model at Passage Buena Vista starting at $3,080 with a $2.46 price per square foot in the Oak Drive Villas neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oceanside apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Piazza D'Oro | The Verona | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.48 |
Passage Buena Vista | Cassia | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
Casa Antigua Apartment Homes | 2x2 (1225/45 BLDG) | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
Ridgepoint Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
Country Villas | 2 Bed 2 Bath (A) | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
Spacious & Sunny 1, 2, and 3-bedroom Apartments | 2+1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.34 |
Stoneybrook Apartments | 2 Bed /1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Villa Camino Apartments | 1 BDRM/1 BATH DEN | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
Las Ventanas Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
Summit By The Lake | Plan B 1X1L | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oceanside
What type of rentals are currently available in Oceanside?
There are currently 1096 Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $7,800. There are also 192 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oceanside ranging from $1,200 to $38,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oceanside?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oceanside ranges from $1,200 to $38,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,757.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oceanside?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oceanside range from $2,600 to $7,145, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,600 to $14,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,300.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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