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Ocean Crest Apartments

$2,865 – $3,879/mo

  • Studio–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 690–945 sq ft
  • 4 units available
873 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA, 92075

As of October 14, 2026, Ocean Crest Apartments in Solana Beach, CA has 4 apartments for rent from $2,865 to $3,879/mo. Studios start at $2,865 and two-bedrooms at $3,863. The average asking rent has risen 8.4% since March 31, 2026, from $3,109 to $3,369.


Floor plans

Ocean Crest Apartments has 4 units available across 2 floor plans: a studio layout (690 sq ft) and a two-bedroom layout (945 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

The Avalon

Studio • 1 Bath • 690 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,865/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
873-3304$2,865690Oct 11
871-1310$2,870690Dec 11

The Coronado

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 945 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,863/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
873-3201$3,863945Oct 22
877-4205$3,879945Oct 31

See all 31 units listed at Ocean Crest Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At Ocean Crest Apartments, a studio starts at about $3,198 a month all-in: $2,865 rent, $133 in listed fees, and an estimated $200 for electric, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $4,227.

All-in from$3,198/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at Ocean Crest Apartments takes about $103,140 a year for a studio and $139,068 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $3,198 all-in month for a studio within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $160,800 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$3,198/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$160,800/yr

Income to qualify

$103,140/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Ocean Crest Apartments has ranged from $2,715 to $3,492. The current average is $3,369, up $260 (8.4%) from $3,109 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (164 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

At Ocean Crest Apartments, the security deposit is $500 and leases run 12 months. The listing shows $133 a month in fees (sewer $48, water $33, trash $26, and 3 more) and $242 due at signing (convertible holding fee $200, non-refundable app fee $42).

  • Rent

    $2,865 – $3,879/mo
  • Security deposit

    $500
  • Lease term

    12 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Oct 11

Monthly fees

Gas/Central Boiler

$17/mo

Pest

$3/mo

Sewer

$48/mo

Trash

$26/mo

Utility Admin Fee

$6/mo

Water

$33/mo

Due at signing

Convertible Holding Fee

$200

Non-Refundable App Fee

$42

Amenities

Ocean Crest Apartments has a laundry room on site. It lists 16 amenities, including fitness center, view of community pool, and private balcony.

  • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance

  • Elevator

  • Fitness Center

  • Laundry Facility

  • Package Service With 24-Hour Access

  • Resident Mobile App

  • Solar Pv System

  • Walk To Shops And Dog Beach

  • Furniture Rental Available

  • Hard Surface Flooring

  • Hard Surface Flooring - Loft

  • Open-Concept Floor Plans

  • Private Balcony

  • Vaulted Ceiling

  • Vaulted Ceilings On Top Floor

  • View Of Community Pool


Amenity photos

  • Pool
    2 photos

Location

873 Stevens Ave, Solana Beach, CA, 92075


Resident reviews

Ocean Crest Apartments has a 3.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate maintenance (5.0) and management (4.9) highest and building quality (3.6) lowest.

3.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management4.9
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.5
Location4.8
Maintenance5.0
Building Quality3.6
Overall68 reviews

Ocean Crest Apartments offers a prime beachside location in Solana Beach with spacious, well-maintained units and responsive maintenance service. The property is consistently praised for its friendly, professional staff and strong community atmosphere. However, the complex has experienced significant challenges with resident conduct, safety concerns, and property maintenance issues that have created a divided experience among tenants.

Management and maintenance staff consistently receive praise for responsiveness, professionalism, and going above and beyond to assist residents. The leasing office is noted as friendly, helpful, and accommodating throughout the application and move-in process. Staff proactively communicate with residents about maintenance needs and address service requests promptly, typically within a day or next business day. One historical billing dispute regarding move-out charges was noted.

Residents report that amenities including the pool, hot tub, gym, and laundry facilities are generally well-maintained, though the gym is small and laundry machines can be difficult to access during peak hours. Parking is consistently cited as a significant limitation, with small assigned spaces and limited guest parking; garage rentals are available but have long waitlists. Theft from the shared laundry room has been reported as an ongoing concern. Staff responsiveness and property upkeep have improved under current management, though some residents note ongoing maintenance challenges.

The property benefits from an excellent location near the beach and local amenities, with most residents praising walkable access to restaurants, bars, and the shoreline. Commute reduction and neighborhood convenience are frequently highlighted as major advantages. Parking remains a consistent limitation, with tight spaces and limited availability noted across reviews, though some residents view this as a manageable tradeoff for the location benefits.

Maintenance requests are consistently handled promptly, often completed same-day, with residents praising the professionalism and friendliness of the maintenance team. Work orders are addressed quickly and to a high standard, contributing to strong resident satisfaction and lease renewals. The maintenance staff is noted for being responsive, courteous, and helpful beyond standard repair work.

Building quality has experienced significant fluctuation over time, with residents reporting improvements under newer management but persistent concerns about maintenance responsiveness. Key issues include roof leaks, pest problems, and inadequate laundry facilities relative to unit count. Common complaints center on noise from neighboring units and common areas, though experiences vary by floor and time period.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Ocean Crest Apartments is somewhat walkable and not bikeable.

Walking
Somewhat walkable
Grade D+
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near Ocean Crest Apartments was good on 44 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in March (average AQI 77, moderate). Daily highs averaged 79°F in August, the warmest month, and lows averaged 50°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

44 good-air days

of the past 365

: Moderate, AQI 60

Temperature

79° / 50°

average August high / January low

: 76° high, 53° low

Pollen

Very low

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: very low, weed: very low

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January67°F50°F69 (moderate)4 of 31
February66°F51°F68 (moderate)4 of 28
March72°F56°F77 (moderate)0 of 31
April69°F56°F60 (moderate)5 of 30
May68°F59°F57 (moderate)8 of 31
June70°F61°F55 (moderate)7 of 30
July75°F65°F55 (moderate)3 of 31
August79°F68°F64 (moderate)3 of 31
September79°F67°F59 (moderate)1 of 30
October77°F60°F70 (moderate)0 of 31
November67°F54°F71 (moderate)4 of 30
December66°F51°F75 (moderate)5 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

Crest Welcome to Ocean Crest Apartments in Solana Beach, a charming, beachside community just 1 mile from the iconic Pacific shoreline. You'll love Ocean Crest's accommodating layouts, which take advantage of every inch of space. Beautiful hard surface flooring and private balconies add convenience and comfort to your everyday life. The heated swimming pool and on-site fitness center are the perfect places to unwind after a long day at work or at the beach. Experience small-town Solana Beach living at its finest and see all that Ocean Crest has to offer.


Nearby schools

The closest school to Ocean Crest Apartments is Fusion Academy Solana Beach, a private high school 0.3 miles away. The closest public school is Solana Beach Head Start, 0.4 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Fusion Academy Solana Beach

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.3 mi

Fusion Academy Slb: Solana Beach

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.3 mi

St. James Academy

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.3 mi

Keystone Academy

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.4 mi

Cdi Head Start-St Leo's

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Pacific Academy K-6

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.4 mi

St Leos Head Start

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Solana Beach Head Start

Public · Preschool
PublicPreschool0.4 mi

Nha-St. Leo's Head Start Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.4 mi

Solana Beach Community Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.5 mi

Contact & management

Ocean Crest Apartments is managed by Equity Residential.


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