Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA
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2 Months Free1 BED$2,995+2 BEDS$3,995+3 BEDS$7,500+
Seaside Commons
1201 N Vulcan Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024 -
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|1 BED$2,973+2 BEDS$3,868+3 BEDS$4,320+
Montecito Apartments at Carlsbad
2510 W Ranch St, Carlsbad, CA 92010 -
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1 Month Free|1 BED$3,395+2 BEDS$4,479+
The Lofts at Carlsbad Village
1040 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008 -
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Discounts1 BED$2,204+2 BEDS$2,374+
The Bluffs at Carlsbad
2701-2707 Avenida de Anita, Carlsbad, CA 92010 -
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Good Value1 BED$2,999+2 BEDS$3,140+3 BEDS$3,785+
Elan Pacifico Encinitas
1100 Garden View Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024 -
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3 - 4 BEDSCall for Rent
Costa Pointe Luxury 3-4 Bedroom Townhomes
7600 Sitio del Mar, Carlsbad, CA 92009 -
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Good Value1 BED$2,785+2 BEDS$3,605+3 BEDS$4,220+
Windsor Aviara
6610 Ambrosia Ln, Carlsbad, CA 92011 -
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1 BED$2,960+2 BEDS$3,370+3 BEDS$4,025+
Marbella Apartment Homes
2504 Marron Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92010 -
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1 Month Free1 BED$3,698+2 BEDS$4,595+3 BEDS$6,208+
Triton Encinitas
1967 N Vulcan Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024 -
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1 BED$2,445+2 BEDS$3,195+
The Hideaway
3380 Harding St, Carlsbad, CA 92008 -
1 BED$2,368+2 BEDS$2,921+
The Pointe at 2316
2316 Paseo De Laura, Oceanside, CA 92056 -
Good Value2 BEDS$2,945
Elan Park Place Carlsbad
2605 Jefferson St, Carlsbad, CA 92008 -
Good ValueSTUDIO - 2 BEDSCall for Rent
Elan Cypress Cove
355-395 Pine Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
Carlsbad at a Glance
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 422 Sq Ft $1,888 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 682 Sq Ft $2,642 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 937 Sq Ft $3,137 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,304 Sq Ft $3,786 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,818 Sq Ft $4,031 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Carlsbad
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Serenata at Aviara 686 Sq Ft $2,937/mo
- Tanglewood 574 Sq Ft $3,430/mo
- Las Playas 670 Sq Ft $4,052/mo
- Carlsbad Crest 670 Sq Ft $4,052/mo
- Vista Pacifica 670 Sq Ft $4,052/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Carlsbad $3,243/mo
- Vista $2,446/mo
- Encinitas $2,616/mo
- San Marcos $2,424/mo
- Oceanside $2,539/mo
- Solana Beach $3,231/mo
- Del Mar $5,145/mo
- Escondido $2,431/mo
- La Jolla $3,073/mo
- Fallbrook $1,500/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Carlsbad, CA
What are the average rent costs in Carlsbad, CA?
The average rent in Carlsbad, CA is $2,642.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Carlsbad, CA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Carlsbad, CA is $1,888.
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 $2,642.
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 $3,137.
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 $3,786.
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 $4,031.
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