1022 Tait St
1022 Tait St,
Oceanside, CA 92054
Studio | $2,900
Rental Market Trends in Oceanside, CA
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Oceanside, CA is $2,269/month.
Rent in Oceanside is 36% higher than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$2,269/month
Average Rent
656 Sq Ft
Average Size
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Change / Year
931
Available Apartments
Oceanside rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Oceanside average $1,920 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Oceanside average $2,269 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Oceanside average $2,717 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Oceanside average $3,482 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Oceanside, CA?
Rents have remained stable over the past year, with little overall movement.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Oceanside, CA
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
1%
$700 - $1,000/month
25%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
24%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
50%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Oceanside?
Based on current rent prices, North Valley, Peacock and San Luis Rey are the most affordable neighborhoods in Oceanside.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Oceanside?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Oceanside, Fire Mountain and Mira Costa are the most expensive neighborhoods in Oceanside.
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Which Oceanside neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Oceanside with the most apartments available are Loma Alta, San Luis Rey and Downtown Oceanside .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Oceanside, CA?
Because the average rent in Oceanside is $2,269, you’ll want to make about $7,563 per month or $90,756 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Oceanside, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Oceanside, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Oceanside Area GuideStudio
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$1,905/month
One Bedroom
$2,131/month
$2,172/month
Two Bedroom
$2,443/month
$2,720/month
Three Bedroom
$3,137/month
$4,131/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Vista
Avg Rent: $2,234/month
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Carlsbad
Avg Rent: $2,704/month
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Bonsall
Avg Rent: $1,551/month
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San Marcos
Avg Rent: $2,493/month
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Fallbrook
Avg Rent: $1,554/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Oceanside?
The average rent in Oceanside is $2,269 per month, which is 36.4% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Oceanside?
The average rent for a house in Oceanside, CA is $4,038 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Oceanside?
The average rent for a townhome in Oceanside, CA is $3,462 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Oceanside?
Rents in Oceanside, CA are relatively stable, with minimal month-over-month change.
What rent range is most common in Oceanside?
In Oceanside, CA, 50% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.