Apartments for Rent in Oceanside, CA
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1 Month Free|1 BED$2,930+2 BEDS$3,620+3 BEDS$4,000+
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Rent Special|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$2,335+2 BEDS$2,589+Base Rent$2,316 - $2,926Required Monthly Fees$19Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$2,335 - $2,945
Island Club
2300 Catalina Cir, Oceanside, CA 92056 -
1 Month FreeTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS$4,241Base Rent$4,231 - $4,443Required Monthly Fees$10Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$4,241 - $4,453
Pierside North
250 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054 -
2 Months FreeTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$3,046+2 BEDS$4,054+3 BEDS$4,864+Base Rent$3,036 - $5,124Required Monthly Fees$10Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$3,046 - $5,134
Alta Oceanside
1001 N Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054 -
2 Months FreeSTUDIO$2,856+1 BED$2,890+2 BEDS$3,355+3 BEDS$5,518+
Ocean Creek
1999 S Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92054 -
1 BED$2,798+2 BEDS$3,348+
Modera Melrose
5011-5061 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92056 -
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$2,235+2 BEDS$2,716+Base Rent$2,230 - $4,977Required Monthly Fees$5Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$2,235 - $4,982
Shadowridge Woodbend
1500 Shadowridge Dr, Vista, CA 92081 -
|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$2,805+1 BED$3,355+2 BEDS$3,955+Base Rent$2,800 - $4,250Required Monthly Fees$5Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$2,805 - $4,255
San Katrina
336 Pine Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008 -
Rent Special|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$2,764+2 BEDS$2,899+Base Rent$2,756 - $3,480Required Monthly Fees$8Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$2,764 - $3,488
Persea
1333 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92084 -
1 Month Free|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$3,401+2 BEDS$4,374+Base Rent$3,394 - $4,884Required Monthly Fees$7Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$3,401 - $4,891
The Lofts at Carlsbad Village
1040 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 -
Good ValueTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$2,238+2 BEDS$2,342+3 BEDS$3,289+Base Rent$2,233 - $3,369Required Monthly Fees$5Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$2,238 - $3,374
Bella Terra
365 Pomelo Dr, Vista, CA 92081 -
Good Value|1 BED$2,485+2 BEDS$2,525+
Shadowridge Summerwind
1580 Shadowridge Dr, Vista, CA 92081 -
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Good Value|1 BED$1,900+2 BEDS$2,150+
Sunset Springs Apartments
320 Pomelo Dr, Vista, CA 92081 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$2,000+1 BED$2,255+2 BEDS$2,605+3 BEDS$3,205+Base Rent$1,995 - $3,200Required Monthly Fees$5Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$2,000 - $3,205
Creekwood Villas
3020 Oceanside Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92054 -
Good Value
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Good ValueTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,998+1 BED$2,322+2 BEDS$2,351+Base Rent$1,993 - $2,531Required Monthly Fees$5Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,998 - $2,536
Softwind Point
881 Soft Wind Rd, Vista, CA 92081 -
Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$3,279+2 BEDS$3,069+Base Rent$3,064 - $3,274Required Monthly Fees$5Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$3,069 - $3,279
Ascend2300
2300 Rising Glen Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008 -
Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$2,175+1 BED$2,555+2 BEDS$2,955+Base Rent$2,170 - $3,025Required Monthly Fees$5Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$2,175 - $3,030
Breeze Hill
710 Breeze Hill Rd, Vista, CA 92081 -
1 Month FreeTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$2,205+2 BEDS$2,505+3 BEDS$2,805+Base Rent$2,200 - $3,000Required Monthly Fees$5Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$2,205 - $3,005
Villa Del Mar Apartments (new)
201 Los Arbolitos Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92058 -
Price Drop. $369 Off1 BED$2,202+2 BEDS$2,137+3 BEDS$3,042+
The Dylan Apartment Homes
550 Los Arbolitos Blvd, Oceanside, CA 92058 -
1 BED$2,545+2 BEDS$2,795+3 BEDS$3,595+
Elan Oceano
4795 Frazee Rd, Oceanside, CA 92057 -
Rent Special1 BED$2,395+2 BEDS$2,795+
Carlsbad View Apartments
3675 Barnard Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056 -
1 BED$2,512+2 BEDS$3,139+3 BEDS$3,888+
Preserve at Melrose
1401 N Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92083 -
1 BED$2,000+2 BEDS$2,395+
Las Ventanas Apartments
1280 N Citrus Ave, Vista, CA 92084 -
Rent Special1 BED$2,165+2 BEDS$2,512+
ShadowRidge Country Club Villas
1617 Live Oak Rd, Vista, CA 92081 -
Rent Special1 BED$2,600+2 BEDS$3,035+3 BEDS$3,820+
Avalon Vista
701-465 S Breeze Hill Rd, Vista, CA 92081 -
Exceptional Value1 BED$2,229+2 BEDS$2,499+
The Bluffs at Carlsbad
2701-2707 Avenida de Anita, Carlsbad, CA 92010 -
Exceptional Value -
1 BED$1,980+2 BEDS$2,200+Briarcrest Apartments
3950 Waring Rd, Oceanside, CA 92056 -
1 BED$2,100+2 BEDS$2,500+
OakLeaf Apartments
266 N El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92058 -
Rent Special
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Rent Special
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1 BED$2,425+2 BEDS$2,890+
Shadow Ridge Apartments
3699 Barnard Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056 -
1 BED$2,408+2 BEDS$2,584+
Canyon Club Apartments
420 Activity Way, Oceanside, CA 92508 -
Rent Special
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1 BED$2,369+2 BEDS$2,830+
Montecito Village
4302 Cassanna Way, Oceanside, CA 92057 -
2 BEDS$2,862+3 BEDS$3,696+
Presidio at Rancho Del Oro
4401 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92057 -
Oceanside at a Glance
Oceanside, CA Apartments for Rent
Oceanside is home to the historic Mission San Luis Rey de Francia, established in 1798 and once the largest of all California missions. This coastal city in North County San Diego stretches along 3.5 miles of Pacific coastline and features the iconic Oceanside Pier, one of the longest wooden piers on the West Coast at 1,942 feet. Those searching for apartments for rent in Oceanside will find a range of housing options, from oceanfront apartment communities near the harbor to more affordable inland residences. The downtown district offers renovated buildings with convenient access to local shops and dining, while neighborhoods like Fire Mountain provide elevated settings with coastal views.
Renting in Oceanside appeals to those seeking coastal living with practical access to employment and recreation. The city sits along Interstate 5 and the Pacific Surfrider rail line, providing direct connections to San Diego and other Southern California destinations. Downtown Oceanside has grown into a cultural hub with the Oceanside Museum of Art, the restored Star Theatre, and the weekly Thursday Sunset Market featuring local vendors. The harbor area offers waterfront dining and boating activities, while the beaches provide year-round access to surfing, swimming, and beach volleyball. MiraCosta College and nearby Camp Pendleton contribute to the local economy, and the city's location between San Diego and Orange County positions renters within reach of major employment centers throughout the region.
Renting in Oceanside
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 467 Sq Ft $1,894 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 629 Sq Ft $2,266 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 901 Sq Ft $2,721 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,022 Sq Ft $4,036 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,467 Sq Ft $2,786 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Oceanside
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Ellerys Loma Alta 712 Sq Ft $2,148/mo
- North Valley 698 Sq Ft $2,176/mo
- Sea Mesa 635 Sq Ft $2,253/mo
- San Luis Rey 718 Sq Ft $2,316/mo
- Tri-City 713 Sq Ft $2,322/mo
- Driftwood Terrace 783 Sq Ft $2,369/mo
- Peacock 566 Sq Ft $2,373/mo
- Loma Alta 676 Sq Ft $2,462/mo
- El Camino Estates 665 Sq Ft $2,467/mo
- Ivey Ranch-Rancho Del Oro 721 Sq Ft $2,477/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Oceanside $2,498/mo
- Carlsbad $3,065/mo
- San Marcos $2,441/mo
- Encinitas $2,885/mo
- Del Mar $3,895/mo
- Rancho Santa Fe $3,250/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Oceanside, CA
What are the average rent costs in Oceanside, CA?
The average rent in Oceanside, CA is $2,266.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Oceanside, CA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Oceanside, CA is $1,894.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA is $2,266.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA is $2,721.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA is $4,036.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA is $2,786.
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