
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ocean Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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Ocean Beach, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ocean Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ocean Beach Studio Apartments | $2,192 | $1,508 | $2,580 |
Ocean Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,795 | $1,840 | $4,500 |
Ocean Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,547 | $2,220 | $5,125 |
Ocean Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,032 | $3,590 | $8,280 |
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There are currently 8 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Ocean Beach Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Ocean Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ocean Beach area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at The Presidio Apartments priced from $1,508. Mar at Seaside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,026. Here are the most affordable Ocean Beach apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Presidio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,508 |
Mar at Seaside | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,026 |
Point Loma Bay Apartments - Live Steps from the Beach | 1 Bedroom - Downstairs (Stainless Appliances) | 1BR,1BA | $2,104 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ocean Beach, CA
As of March 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ocean Beach area is the $2.99 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Loma Palisades in the in the Old Town San Diego neighborhood starting from $3,590. The second greatest value Ocean Beach apartment is the B1 Model at Bevel Apartments starting at $4,130 with a $4.06 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Loma Palisades | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.99 |
Bevel Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $4.06 |
Elan Cape Palms | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $3.66 |
Dylan Point Loma | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.95 |
Loma Village Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
Elan The Park | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
Loma Portal | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.50 |
Gables Point Loma | E | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
Point Loma Bay Apartments - Live Steps from the Beach | 1 Bedroom - Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.99 |
Mar at Seaside | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.05 |
Getting Around the Ocean Beach Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
89 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
76 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
32 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,645 at Loma Palisades.
What is the most affordable Ocean Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ocean Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Loma Palisades and starts from $3,590.
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