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Houses for Rent in Carlsbad, CA

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  • A kitchen with a table and chairs in the middle of the room.
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    7025 El Fuerte Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009
  • 6739 Palermi Place 3 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    6739 Palermi Place, Carlsbad, CA 92011
    3 BEDS $4,100
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a stone backsplash.
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    7064 Whitewater St, Carlsbad, CA 92011
    3 BEDS $8,000
  • A living room with a grey sofa and a television on the wall.
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    6659 Encelia Place, Carlsbad, CA 92011
    4 BEDS $5,600
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a wooden shelf above the stove.
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    1114 Buena Vista Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    2 BEDS $6,000
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  • A living room with a brown leather couch and a staircase in the background.
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    4866 Park Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    3 BEDS $4,995
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and appliances, a window above the sink, and a tiled floor.
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    7537 Jerez Ct, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    2 BEDS $3,900
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and granite countertops.
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    3724 Strata Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92010
    4 BEDS $5,885
  • A kitchen with a stove top oven and a window.
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    7393 Portage Way, Carlsbad, CA 92011
    3 BEDS $6,500

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  • A living room with a fireplace and a television on the wall.
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    3730 Via Del Rancho, Oceanside, CA 92056
    2 BEDS $4,400
  • A living room with a grey sofa and a glass coffee table.
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    141 Stonesteps Way, Encinitas, CA 92024
    2 BEDS $6,500
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    2152 Silverado St, San Marcos, CA 92078
    3 BEDS $3,800
  • 2130 Silverado Street 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    2130 Silverado Street, San Marcos, CA 92078
    2 BEDS $4,350
  • A kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, and sink.
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    159 Diana Street, Encinitas, CA 92024
    1 BED $3,500
  • A kitchen with a white stove and cabinets.
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    3280 Anchor Cir, Oceanside, CA 92056
  • 3255 Pearl Lane SOLD!!! 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    3255 Pearl Lane SOLD!!!, Oceanside, CA 92056
    2 BEDS $2,625
  • A living room with a fireplace and a television mounted above it.
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    601 Aliento Court, Vista, CA 92081
    4 BEDS $4,850
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  • 3598 North Way Studio Apartment for Rent

    3598 North Way, Oceanside, CA 92056
  • A house with a garage and a car parked in front.
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    3541 Mira Pacific Dr - SOLD!!!, Oceanside, CA 92056
    2 BEDS $2,325
  • A living room with a grey couch and a wooden table.
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    4071 Johnson Drive, Oceanside, CA 92056
    1 BED $1,300
  • A living room with a couch, a chair, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
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    763 Snapdragon St, Encinitas, CA 92024
    2 BEDS $7,000
  • A blue car is parked in front of a house.
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    346 Anns Way, Vista, CA 92083
    4 BEDS $3,495
  • a truck is parked in front of a garage
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    1210 Caren Rd, Vista, CA 92093
    3 BEDS $2,295
  • a white car parked in front of a house
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    402 Ferrara Way, Vista, CA 92083
    3 BEDS $2,295
  • A modern kitchen with a white countertop and a microwave on it.
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    1724 South Horne Street, Oceanside, CA 92054
    3 BEDS $7,500
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Carlsbad, CA rent trends

Rental prices in Carlsbad, CA have increased by 0.08% over the past year. The average rent moved from $3,222 to $3,224.

Check out the average rent prices in Carlsbad by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in Carlsbad, CA is $3,224.

Average rent in Carlsbad, CA

$3,224/mo Carlsbad, CA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Carlsbad, CA is $3,224.

    What's the typical rent budget in Carlsbad, CA?

    About 27% of apartment rents in Carlsbad, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 65% of apartments. Around 6% of Carlsbad’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 1% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in Carlsbad, CA (65%) fall between $3,000- per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    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

    What is the average size of a rental house in Carlsbad, CA?

    The average Carlsbad, CA rental house size is 1,600 sq. ft.

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

    Renting a house in Carlsbad, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

    Houses for rent in Carlsbad, CA are usually located in non-central areas.

    Look for houses for rent near me

    Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

    Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

    Renting a house in Carlsbad, CA

    Those looking for a cozy home with lots of living and storage space and a backyard, and also like the freedom of renting, rental homes can offer the best of both worlds. This segment of the rental market has become very popular and the selection is better than ever. In Carlsbad, CA there are 7 homes for rent including duplexes, townhomes and single family homes for rent. If you are flexible about the location, you will find cheap houses to rent by searching a little further away from downtown, for as little as $3,495, or, if you’re willing to pay a little extra, take a look at what’s available in some of the best residential areas in town, and you’ll be surprised to find a nice selection of single-family houses renting for up to $8,250. To find the right house that fits your criteria, filter by price, number of bedrooms, number of bathrooms or amenities. It may also be useful to know that the average cost to rent a single family home in Carlsbad, CA is $5,854.

    When you rent a house you can have as little or as much space as you wish

    While apartments can be more limiting space wise, when you rent a house, you have a little more wiggle room (pun intended). Smaller 1 bedroom homes are perfect for a couple, 2 bedroom homes for those who need an extra bedroom for guests or for a baby, 3 bedroom and 4 bedroom homes that are just right for families with children. Larger rental homes are also great for sharing with roommates, whether you’re looking for something close to work, close to your college campus, or just close to shopping and entertainment.

    Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!