
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Solana Beach, CA from $1,700 (12 Rentals)
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Elan Sandpiper Del Mar

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Ocean Crest

671 Ida Ave, Unit 671 Back Unit

Elan Solana Pointe
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Elan Cardiff By The Sea

2149 Via Tiempo
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2300 Oxford Ave

1823 Westminster Dr
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Solana Beach, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Solana Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Solana Beach Studio Apartments | $2,590 | $2,395 | $3,065 |
Cheap Solana Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $2,350 | $4,395 |
Cheap Solana Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,080 | $2,786 | $8,000 |
Cheap Solana Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,989 | $3,545 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Solana Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,620 | $8,620 | $8,620 |
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Cheapest Available Solana Beach Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Solana Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community in the North Rios neighborhood priced from $2,350. Ocean Crest in the North Rios neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,469. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Solana Beach apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community | 1x1 R | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
Ocean Crest | The Avalon | Studio,1BA | $2,469 |
Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,545 |
Signature Point | C1R | 3BR,2BA | $4,640 |
608 N Rios Ave | 3 bedroom, 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $6,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Solana Beach, CA
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach apartment is the C1R Model at Signature Point starting at $4,640 with a $3.63 price per square foot in the Torrey Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Solana Beach 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 |
Signature Point | C1R | 3BR,2BA | $3.63 |
Sandbox Solana | Floor Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $6.56 |
Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Ocean Crest | The Avalon | Studio ,1BA | $3.59 |
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community | 1x1 R | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
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Getting Around Solana Beach, CA
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Solana Beach Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Solana Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Solana Beach Apartment is $2,350 at Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Solana Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Solana Beach is starting from $2,786 at Ocean Crest.
What is the most affordable Solana Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Solana Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elan Cardiff By The Sea and starts from $3,545.
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