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Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA under $2000
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    2600 Gage Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92010
    1 BED $1,934
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    3170 Madison Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    STUDIO $1,995
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    6421 Tobria Terrace, Carlsbad, CA 92011
    1 BED $1,189+
    2 BEDS $1,408+
    3+ BEDS $1,606+
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    3402 Calle Odessa, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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    2 BEDS $1,875+
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    1730 Elfin Forest Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    2 BEDS $1,488+
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    1020 Stephanie Court, San Marcos, CA 92078
    1 BED $726
    2 BEDS $1,488
    3 BEDS $1,714
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    480 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
    STUDIO $1,649+
    1 BED $1,959
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    532-534 Palm Dr, VISTA CA, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,800
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    555 Greenbrier Dr., Oceanside, CA 92054
    1 BED $1,795+
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    960 Vine Street, Oceanside, CA 92054
    STUDIO $1,995
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    523 Rush Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    2 BEDS $561+
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    1280 North Citrus Ave., Vista, CA 92084
    1 BED $2,000+
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    233 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
    1 BED $1,700+
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    760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,500+
    1 BED $1,600+
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    225 South Highway 101, Solana Beach, CA 92075
    STUDIO $1,850
    3 BEDS $1,850
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    439 W El Norte Parkway, Ste 102, Escondido, CA 92026
    STUDIO $1,614+
    1 BED $1,793+
    2 BEDS $1,998+
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    1045 Morning View Drive, Escondido, CA 92026
    1 BED $1,695+
    2 BEDS $1,949+
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    660 North Quince Street, Escondido, CA 92025
    1 BED $1,619
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    215 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
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    400-408 East Mission Ave., Escondido, CA 92025
    1 BED $1,895
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    1259 E Ohio Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
    1 BED $1,800
    2 BEDS $750+
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    1501 E Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027
    STUDIO $1,750+
    1 BED $1,995+
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    7552-7556 Gibraltar Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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    340 Marcos Street, San Marcos, CA 92069
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    337 East Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025
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Getting around in Carlsbad, CA

17 /100
Car-Dependent
23 /100
Minimal Transit
21 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 17, Transit Score®: 23, Bike Score®: 21

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Carlsbad, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Carlsbad, CA were last updated on 13 Jan 2025.

What are the best apartments in Carlsbad, CA?

The best apartments in Carlsbad, CA are: Montecito Apartments at Carlsbad, The Lofts at Carlsbad Village, Elan Tamarack Shores, Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad and Elan Sandcastle Shores.

What type of rental buildings are in Carlsbad, CA?

In Carlsbad, 38% of the residents are renting compared to 62% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 12% of Carlsbad’s rentals, 69% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 17% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in Carlsbad, CA under $2,000

Searching for apartments for rent in Carlsbad, CA under $2,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In Carlsbad, CA, where the average rent is $1,760 per month, there are 71 units available for less than $2,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.

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