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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA

1,208 Rentals
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  5. Building Photo - Summit By The Lake
    1 BED
    $1,725+
    2 BEDS
    $2,075+
    3 BEDS
    $2,650+

    Summit By The Lake

    4750 Calle Las Positas, Oceanside, CA 92057
  10. Building Photo - Camino Colony
    1 BED
    $1,900+
    2 BEDS
    $2,195+
    3 BEDS
    $2,895+

    Camino Colony

    1207 S El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054
  30. Building Photo - Island Club
    1 BED
    $2,098+
    2 BEDS
    $2,520+

    Island Club

    2300 Catalina Cir, Oceanside, CA 92056
  36. Building Photo - Country Villas
    2 BEDS
    $2,147+
    3 BEDS
    $2,677+

    Country Villas

    283 Douglas Dr, Oceanside, CA 92058
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Oceanside at a Glance

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$2,192
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37

Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Oceanside, CA Apartments for Rent

Nestled along California's coastline, Oceanside combines coastal living with convenient city amenities. Home to one of the longest wooden piers on the western United States coastline at 1,942 feet, Oceanside features pristine beaches, a harbor district filled with local shops and eateries, and the historic Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, established in 1798. With average temperatures ranging from 64°F to 77°F year-round, residents enjoy the Southern California climate while maintaining easy access to both San Diego and Orange County.

Apartments in Oceanside place residents near cultural destinations like the California Surf Museum, Oceanside Museum of Art, and the weekly Sunset Market in downtown. The Oceanside Transit Center serves as a major transportation hub, connecting to Los Angeles and San Diego via Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner, Metrolink, and the Coaster. The city's location offers immediate access to beaches and harbor activities, while average rent prices for one-bedroom apartments start around $2,137, making it a more budget-friendly option among coastal communities in the region.

Renting in Oceanside

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Getting Around Oceanside

Transportation

64

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
46

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
37

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Mission Vista High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,640 Students
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El Camino High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,637 Students
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Oceanside High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,907 Students
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Martin Luther King Jr. Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,182 Students
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Lincoln Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
699 Students
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Roosevelt Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
779 Students
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Alamosa Park Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
497 Students
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Palmquist Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
529 Students
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Libby Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
388 Students
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Del Rio Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
312 Students

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