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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sunset Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,417 | $1,800 | $3,050 |
Sunset Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,990 | $2,320 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Sunset Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sunset Beach, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Cambridge Apartments in the Ellis-Golden West neighborhood priced from $2,260. Harborscape in the Bolsa Chica neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,320. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sunset Beach apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cambridge Apartments | 1 BDRM/1 BATH NO PATIO | 1BR,1BA | $2,260 |
Harborscape | 2BR/1BA Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2,320 |
Harbour Lights Resort Apartments | 1 BDRM/1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, CA and Nearby
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Beach area is the $2.92 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Monticello Apartments in the in the Ellis-Golden West neighborhood starting from $2,835. The second greatest value Sunset Beach apartment is the 2BR/1BA Upstairs Model at Harborscape starting at $2,320 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Bolsa Chica neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Monticello Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.92 |
Harborscape | 2BR/1BA Upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
16671 Blanton Ln, Unit A | 16671 Blanton Ln | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
16562 Regina Cir, Unit 2 | 16562 Regina Cir | 2BR,1BA | $4.67 |
Harbour Lights Resort Apartments | 1 BDRM/1 BATH LARGE | 1BR,1BA | $3.32 |
Cambridge Apartments | 1 BDRM/1 BATH NO PATIO | 1BR,1BA | $3.67 |
1101 Ocean Ave, Unit B | 1101 Ocean Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.96 |
130 1/2 Dolphin Ave, Unit #2 | 130 1/2 Dolphin Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.17 |
109 E Dolphin Ave, Unit 2 | 109 E Dolphin Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.54 |
1102 Ocean Ave, Unit D | 1102 Ocean Ave | 1BR,1BA | $4.50 |
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Getting Around Sunset Beach, CA
Walk Score®
71 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
5 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Sunset Beach Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Beach Apartment is $2,260 at Cambridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Beach is starting from $2,320 at Harborscape.
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