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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA. 88 Rentals Available
88 Rentals Available

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Apartments Under $1,800

  • Rent specials Only 3 units left
    1 bd $1,650+
    Base rent
    760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • New units available
    1 bd $1,699+
    Base rent Income restricted
    4.5 (7)
    660 North Quince Street, Escondido, CA 92025
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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  • 1 bd $1,795+
    2 bd $2,095+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    555 Greenbrier Dr., Oceanside, CA 92054

Apartments Under $2,000

  • 6 units available
    Studio $1,800+
    1 bd $1,995+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (15)
    225 South Highway 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075
    Apply online • Pet friendly
  • Studio $1,800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    532-534 Palm Dr, VISTA CA, CA 92084
    Pet friendly
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  • 1 bd $1,800
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    206 Woodland Pkwy #126, San Marcos, CA 92069
    Pet friendly
  • New units available 19 units available
    Studio $1,887
    1 bd $2,063
    2 bd $2,417
    Total monthly cost
    Verified Listing

    3.5 (36)
    1501 E Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials
    1 bd $1,980+
    Base rent
    4.5 (7)
    12730 Monte Vista Rd, Poway, CA 92064
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking

Apartments Under $2,200

Apartments Under $2,400

  • Only 3 units left
    1 bd $2,250
    2 bd $2,760+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    4.5 (22)
    11355 Zapata Ave., San Diego, CA 92126
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
  • New units available 19 units available
    1 bd $2,300
    2 bd $3,438+
    Total monthly cost
    4.5 (38)
    7568 Charmant Drive, San Diego, CA 92122
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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  • Rent specials New units available
    2 bd $2,316+
    3 bd $3,195+
    Base rent
    Verified Listing

    10845 Via Los Narcisos, San Diego, CA 92129
    Apply online • In unit laundry • Patio/Balcony
2-15-city



Frequently asked questions

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

There are 1 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Carlsbad, CA were last updated on 25 Jun 2026.

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

The average Carlsbad, CA cheap apartment size is 688 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 88 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 $3,284 per month so any rental south of $2,627 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Carlsbad, CA rents go as low as $1,650/mo.