Oceanside, CA Apartments For Rent
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San Marcos, CA 92069
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San Marcos, CA 92069
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San Marcos, CA 92078
Use arrow keys to navigateNEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$3,139 - $5,000/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsAlta Oceanside | 1001 N Coast Hwy,
Oceanside, CA 92054
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San Marcos, CA 92078
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PET FRIENDLY$2,500 - $2,700/mo2-3 Beds2-3 BathsStuart Mesa - Liberty Military Housing | 3105 Mitchel Blvd,
Oceanside, CA 92058
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NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,182 - $3,071/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Dylan Apartment Homes | 550 Los Arbolitos Blvd,
Oceanside, CA 92058
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SENIOR HOUSINGPET FRIENDLY$2,575 - $3,275/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsWoodland Village Senior Living | 975 Woodland Pkwy,
San Marcos, CA 92069
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NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,250 - $2,400/mo1 Bed1 BathVilla Del Mar Apartments (new) | 201 Los Arbolitos Blvd,
Oceanside, CA 92058
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PET FRIENDLY$2,750 - $3,065/mo2-3 Beds2 BathsGarrison Townhome Apartments | 445 Garrison St,
Oceanside, CA 92054
PET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,525 - $2,678/mo1 Bed1 BathThe Pointe at 2316 | 2316 Paseo De Laura,
Oceanside, CA 92056
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,701 - $3,601/mo2-3 bd2 baWhispering Oaks | 468 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd,
San Marcos, CA 92069
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San Marcos, CA 92078
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What Locals Say about Oceanside
Review Highlights
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 Aug 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jul 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
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| 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 | $3,428 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,400 |
| May 2026 | $3,399 |
| Jun 2026 | $3,245 |
| Jul 2026 | $3,300 |
| Aug 2026 | $3,295 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In August 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 | |
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| All home types | $2,305 | $3,000 | $3,800 | $4,750 | $3,300 |
| Townhomes | $2,875 | $3,600 | $3,995 | $4,545 | $3,825 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,250 | $3,000 | $3,800 | $4,729 | $3,000 |
| Houses | $1,900 | $3,900 | $4,028 | $4,850 | $4,299 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Oceanside, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Oceanside, CA?The average rent of an apartment in Oceanside, CA is $2,622 per month. This is about 34% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Oceanside, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Oceanside, CA was lowest in May 2025 when it was $3,200 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Oceanside, CA?In the last year, the average rent in Oceanside, CA was highest in Jul 2025 when it was $3,478 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Oceanside, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Oceanside, CA is $2,305 per month. That is about $255 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Oceanside, CA?There are 456 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.
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