Apartments For Rent in Oceanside, CA
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- SPECIAL OFFERTotal price$2,220 - $2,675/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsStone Arbor | 612 Los Arbolitos Blvd #5,
Oceanside, CA 92058 - NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERTotal price$2,880 - $3,996/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsAlta Oceanside | 1001 N Coast Hwy #573,
Oceanside, CA 92054 - NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,790 - $3,860/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsLuma at El Corazon | 3546 Village Commercial Dr #1-301,
Oceanside, CA 92056 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY
- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,875 - $5,550/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsOcean Creek | 1999 S Oceanside Blvd #4214,
Oceanside, CA 92054 - PET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,342 - $2,895/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsRiver Oaks | 3891 San Ramon Dr #110,
Oceanside, CA 92057 - $2,380 - $2,860/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsBoulevard Apartments | 1904 College Blvd #9517023b5,
Oceanside, CA 92056 - $4,495 - $4,850/mo2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Flats South Oceanside - where modern luxury meets coastal lifestyle | 1931 S Coast Hwy #201,
Oceanside, CA 92054 - $3,300 - $4,300/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsOceanside Marina Inn | 2008 N Harbor Dr N #2B-2Ba,
Oceanside, CA 92054 - $2,340 - $3,086/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Dylan Apartments | 550 Los Arbolitos Blvd #267,
Oceanside, CA 92058 - $2,300 - $3,115/mo2-3 Beds1-2 BathsGarrison Townhome Apartments | 445 Garrison St #36,
Oceanside, CA 92054 - $2,295 - $2,395/mo1 Bed1 BathCasa Vista Apartment Homes | 2325 Paseo De Laura #108,
Oceanside, CA 92056 - $3,150 - $3,650/mo2-4 Beds2-3 BathsSan Onofre 1 | 202 Chaisson Dr #da7efc828,
San Clemente, CA 92672 - $2,505 - $2,900/mo2-4 Beds2-3 BathsStuart Mesa - Liberty Military Housing | 3105 Mitchel Blvd #137HAW,
Oceanside, CA 92058 - $2,129 - $2,804/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsVilla Camino Apartments | 2051 Geneva St #97,
Oceanside, CA 92054 - $2,325 - $3,347/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Villages Of Monterey | 3901 Mesa Dr #14101,
Oceanside, CA 92056 - Total price$2,214 - $2,924/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsIsland Club | 2300 Catalina Cir #175,
Oceanside, CA 92056 - $2,257 - $3,659/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsPresidio at Rancho Del Oro | 4401 Mission Ave #H105,
Oceanside, CA 92057 - Total price$2,480 - $2,902/mo1-2 Beds1 BathThe Pointe at 2316 | 2316 Paseo De Laura #214,
Oceanside, CA 92056 - Total price$2,730 - $4,842/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsPierside South | 115 N Cleveland St #S423,
Oceanside, CA 92054 - $2,195 - $2,495/mo1-2 Beds1 BathOcean Hills Apartment Homes | 504 Greenbrier Dr #14,
Oceanside, CA 92054 - $2,350 - $2,400/mo2 Beds1 BathCanyon Creek Apartments C | 322 Garrison St #C-74,
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Oceanside: breezy coastal living with walkable eats, lively markets, surfy days, and easy transit. People love the beach, walkable dining, parks and trails, friendly vibe, and train access. They dislike heavy traffic, occasional safety concerns, noise, and the lack of a dog beach.
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Types of apartment in Oceanside, CA
Oceanside, CA has a wide mix of apartments and houses for rent. Near the coast, around Downtown, the Harbor, and South Oceanside, many apartments sit in low-rise stucco buildings from the mid-century period or newer boxy buildings with balconies and gated parking. Some beach-close streets also have small cottage-style rentals and duplexes. Interiors in these apartments often include compact layouts, hard-surface floors, and wall-unit or no central air. Exterior space can be limited, but some buildings have shared courtyards or roof decks.Farther inland, around Fire Mountain, Rancho Del Oro, MiraCosta, and parts of the San Luis Rey area, apartments often shift to larger garden-style complexes with wider parking lots, more trees, and simpler suburban exteriors. You also see townhome rentals and single-story or two-story houses with stucco walls, tile roofs, and attached garages. These apartments can have larger living rooms and more storage, but they may sit farther from the beach and Coaster stations. In older pockets, some units have updated kitchens inside older exteriors, so the outside and inside do not always match.
Getting around Oceanside, CA
Oceanside Transit Center is the main hub for getting around. It connects to NCTD Breeze, the local bus service, Sprinter, the light rail line, Coaster, the commuter rail line, and Metrolink and Amtrak trains. Driving is common, with Route 76, Coast Highway, and Interstate 5 carrying a lot of trips. Parking can vary near Downtown and South Oceanside. Walking works better near the coast. Biking can be easier along The Strand and flatter west-side streets.Living in Oceanside, CA
Oceanside is known for the beach, the harbor, and steady military, health care, retail, tourism, and service jobs. Many renters spend time near Oceanside Pier, the Harbor Village area, and the beach path along The Strand. You can also find local shops and restaurants around Downtown and South Oceanside. Apartments near Camp Pendleton, Tri-City Medical Center, and the Transit Center often draw attention because of commute options.Average Rent Trends in Oceanside, CA
Rent in Oceanside, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Apr 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jul 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $3,200 |
| Jun 2025 | $3,395 |
| Jul 2025 | $3,478 |
| Aug 2025 | $3,440 |
| Sep 2025 | $3,450 |
| Oct 2025 | $3,450 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,450 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,350 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,295 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,400 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,431 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,400 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,350 | $2,995 | $4,000 | $4,850 | $3,400 |
| Townhomes | $2,800 | $3,200 | $3,900 | $4,850 | $3,866 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,360 | $3,000 | $4,161 | $8,000 | $2,995 |
| Houses | $1,900 | $3,400 | $4,295 | $4,850 | $4,400 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Oceanside, CA
- What is the average rent in Oceanside, CA?The average rent in Oceanside, CA is $3,395. Rent prices range from $950 to as much as $31,200, depending on the type of rental.
- How does the rent in Oceanside, CA compare to the national average?Average rent in Oceanside, CA is about 78% higher than the national average rent of $1,910. That means it is more expensive to rent in Oceanside compared to the U.S. average.
- What is the average rent in Oceanside, CA, by number of bedrooms?The average rent in Oceanside, CA is $1,950 for a studio, $2,380 for a 1 bedroom, $3,000 for a 2 bedroom, $4,000 for a 3 bedroom, and $4,900 for a 4 bedroom.
- How have rent prices in Oceanside, CA changed compared to last year?In the past year, the average rent price in Oceanside, CA has increased by $100. That means the average rent is 3% higher than last year.
- How many available rental listings are in Oceanside, CA?There are 436 available rental listings in Oceanside, CA.
- What are some neighborhoods in Oceanside, CA?Some neighborhoods in Oceanside, CA include: North Valley, San Luis Rey, Guajome, Ivey Ranch Rancho Del Oro, Loma Alta.
- What are some zip codes in Oceanside, CA?
- What are some cities near Oceanside, CA?Some nearby cities include: Fallbrook, Bonsall, Vista, San Clemente, Rancho Mission Viejo. These cities may have more rental options to explore.














