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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA. 95 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $1,400

  • Only 1 unit left
    Studio $1,210
    1 bd $1,430
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    421 North Citrus Avenue, Vista, CA 92084
    Apply online

Apartments Under $1,800

  • 5 units available
    1 bd $1,650+
    2 bd $2,400+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (2)
    760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Studio $1,694+
    1 bd $1,980+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (7)
    12730 Monte Vista Rd, Poway, CA 92064
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

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  • New Units Available
    1 bd $1,699+
    Base rent Income restricted
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (7)
    660 North Quince Street, Escondido, CA 92025
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center

Apartments Under $2,000

  • Rent specials 20 units available
    Studio $1,866+
    1 bd $2,239+
    2 bd $2,232+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.0 (10)
    881 Soft Wind Rd, Vista, CA 92081
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • 17 units available
    Studio $1,888
    1 bd $2,064
    2 bd $2,418
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (36)
    1501 E Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center

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  • 4 units available
    Studio $1,995
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (15)
    225 South Highway 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075
    Apply online • Pet friendly

Apartments Under $2,200

Apartments Under $2,400

  • 6 units available
    1 bd $2,230+
    2 bd $2,760+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (22)
    11355 Zapata Ave., San Diego, CA 92126
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool

Apartments Under $2,600

  • New Units Available 24 units available
    1 bd $2,422+
    2 bd $3,053+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (38)
    7568 Charmant Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available
    2 bd $2,454+
    3 bd $3,404+
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    10845 Via Los Narcisos, San Diego, CA 92129
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Patio/Balcony

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Frequently asked questions

How many cheap rentals are available in Carlsbad, CA on RentCafe?

There are 8 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Carlsbad, CA were last updated on 3 Aug 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average Carlsbad, CA cheap apartment size is 735 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

Cheap apartments in Carlsbad, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

A cheap apartment in Carlsbad, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Carlsbad, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Carlsbad, CA has never been easier. We feature 95 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Carlsbad, CA average. What is a cheap rent in Carlsbad, CA? The average apartment rent in Carlsbad is $3,294 per month so any rental south of $2,635 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Carlsbad, CA rents go as low as $1,210/mo.