What are the average rent costs in Carlsbad, CA?

The average rent in Carlsbad, CA is $2,685.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Carlsbad, CA is $1,911.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA is $2,685.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA is $3,164.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA is $3,814.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA is $4,017.

Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA with Utilities Included

80 Rentals

Good Value

1 BED

$2,210+

2 BEDS

$2,480+

Shadowridge Heights

1510 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92081

Call (760) 621-7064
2 BEDS

$3,295

Sommerset La Costa

2937-2949 Unicornio St, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Call (760) 334-4497
1 BED

$1,980+

2 BEDS

$2,250+

Briarcrest Apartments

3950 Waring Rd, Oceanside, CA 92056

Call (760) 477-4415
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$5,900

4659 Park Dr Unit A

4659 Park Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Call (657) 220-1809
1 BED

$2,513

The Pointe at 2316

2316 Paseo De Laura, Oceanside, CA 92056
2 BEDS

$2,550

Ridgeview

6505 Paseo Frontera, Carlsbad, CA 92009
1 BED

$2,250+

2 BEDS

$2,650+

Sandpointe Apartment Homes

450 Morse St, Oceanside, CA 92054
2 BEDS

$2,300

Vista Pacifica Apartments

176 Cedar Rd, Vista, CA 92083
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,600

4705 Marina Dr

4705 Marina Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Call (720) 794-3155
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,150

6550 Ponto Dr

6550 Ponto Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Call (951) 414-7938
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$12,500

4816 Refugio Ave

4816 Refugio Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Call (619) 672-5741
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$7,000

2748 Carlsbad Blvd

2748 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Call (619) 994-0433
4 BEDS, 5 BATHS

$16,950

6335 Keeneland Dr

6335 Keeneland Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Call (619) 994-0433
4 BEDS, 4 BATHS

$7,900

4854 Parsley Ln

4854 Parsley Ln, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Call (619) 994-0433
2 BEDS, 1 BATH

$3,250

3091 Roosevelt St

3091 Roosevelt St, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Call (442) 222-0379
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$9,400

111 Sequoia Ave Unit H

111 Sequoia Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Call (619) 994-0433
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$6,200

1565 Eolus Ave

1565 Eolus Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024

Call (760) 814-3141
4 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$29,900

1680 Neptune Ave

1680 Neptune Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024

Call (619) 994-0433
4 BEDS, 4.5 BATHS

$14,000

1636 S Pacific St

1636 S Pacific St, Oceanside, CA 92054

Call (619) 203-5838
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,200

2395 Rancho Del Oro Rd

2395 Rancho Del Oro Rd, Oceanside, CA 92056

Call (760) 999-0699
4 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$7,900

1553 Green Oak Rd

1553 Green Oak Rd, Vista, CA 92081

Call (619) 994-0433
2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,800

835 Mistletoe Ln

835 Mistletoe Ln, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Apply
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,850

2809 Via Clarez

2809 Via Clarez, Carlsbad, CA 92010

Apply
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$4,075

3086 Corte Trabuco

3086 Corte Trabuco, Carlsbad, CA 92009

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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS

$3,100

6915 Quail Pl Unit West Bluff Hills

6915 Quail Pl, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Apply
1 BED, 2 BATHS

$3,800

2517 Navarra Dr Unit 2E

2517 Navarra Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92009
1 BED, 1.5 BATHS

$3,500

1925 Alga Rd

1925 Alga Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92009
2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

$3,950

817 Kalpati Cir Unit 212

817 Kalpati Cir, Carlsbad, CA 92008
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,950

1999 Seawind Way

1999 Seawind Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,300

4637 Park Dr Unit 3

4637 Park Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,650

916 Caminito Estrada Unit B

916 Caminito Estrada, Carlsbad, CA 92011
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$12,500

6963 Tradewinds Dr

6963 Tradewinds Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92011
1 BED, 1 BATH

$2,400

2812 Sombrosa St

2812 Sombrosa St, Carlsbad, CA 92009
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,500

908 Caminito Madrigal Unit D

908 Caminito Madrigal, Carlsbad, CA 92011
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,300

6675 Paseo Del Norte Unit B

6675 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$8,500

7064 Whitewater St

7064 Whitewater St, Carlsbad, CA 92011
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$4,500

6677 Paseo Del Norte

6677 Paseo Del Norte, Carlsbad, CA 92011
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,800

4008 Aguila St Unit D

4008 Aguila St, Carlsbad, CA 92008
2 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$4,495

4587 Cove Dr

4587 Cove Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

$3,400

2388 Altisma Way

2388 Altisma Way, Carlsbad, CA 92009
1 BED, 2 BATHS

$3,300

2005 Costa Del Mar Rd Unit 619

2005 Costa Del Mar Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92009
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS

$5,200

2848 Cazadero Dr

2848 Cazadero Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92009

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Carlsbad at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,685

(All bedrooms and property types)

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School Rating

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Some Transit

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Carlsbad, CA Apartments for Rent

Carlsbad stretches along the Pacific coastline, offering seven miles of beaches and a welcoming downtown district filled with local shops and restaurants. The city features popular attractions like LEGOLAND California and the Flower Fields, which showcase their ranunculus blooms from March through May. With temperatures averaging in the high 60s year-round, residents can explore the city's trail network and three lagoons: Agua Hedionda, Batiquitos, and Buena Vista.

Carlsbad features several distinct areas, including the historic Barrio and established neighborhoods near the coast, as well as newer developments in La Costa and Aviara. Apartments in Carlsbad offer various locations and styles, from oceanview properties to residential communities near business districts, with one-bedroom apartments typically renting for around $2,600 monthly. The city connects to San Diego (35 miles south) and Los Angeles (87 miles north) via Interstate 5 and the COASTER commuter rail. McClellan-Palomar Airport and North County Transit District services provide additional transportation options.

Renting in Carlsbad

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 425 Sq Ft $1,911 / mo
1 Bedroom 686 Sq Ft $2,685 / mo
2 Bedrooms 953 Sq Ft $3,164 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,324 Sq Ft $3,814 / mo
4 Bedrooms 1,818 Sq Ft $4,017 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Carlsbad

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Serenata at Aviara 755 Sq Ft $3,135/mo

Getting Around Carlsbad

Transportation

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore^® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore^® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Education

College/University High School Middle School Elementary School

MiraCosta College, Oceanside Oceanside Campus

Public University

Palomar College

Public University

USAHS San Marcos, CA Campus

MiraCosta College, San Elijo San Elijo Campus

CSU San Marcos

Public University

GreatSchools Rating

Sage Creek High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,392 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Carlsbad High

Public High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,290 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Aviara Oaks Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,021 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Calavera Hills Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

643 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Valley Middle

Public Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

866 Students

GreatSchools Rating

La Costa Meadows Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

693 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Magnolia Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

503 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Buena Vista Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

276 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Pacific Rim Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

673 Students

GreatSchools Rating

Aviara Oaks Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

641 Students

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