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480 S El Camino RealEncinitas, CA 92024
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Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments
504 S El Camino RealEncinitas, CA 92024
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1190 Encinitas BlvdEncinitas, CA 92024
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardiff By The Sea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff By The Sea Studio Apartments | $1,736 | $1,599 | $2,495 |
| Cardiff By The Sea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,440 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff By The Sea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,558 | $2,699 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff By The Sea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,763 | $3,345 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff By The Sea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,258 | $9,328 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Cardiff By The Sea Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cardiff By The Sea, CA is a Studio unit found at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $1,645. Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cardiff By The Sea apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio - S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Elan Quail Pointe | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardiff By The Sea, CA and Nearby
As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cardiff By The Sea area is the $2.87 price per square foot Aspire Model at Elan Pacifico Encinitas in the in the La Costa Oaks South neighborhood starting from $3,116. The second greatest value Cardiff By The Sea apartment is the 1 Bed Model at Cedros Gardens starting at $4,500 with a $4.34 price per square foot in the North Rios neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardiff By The Sea apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Elan Pacifico Encinitas | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| Cedros Gardens | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $4.34 |
| Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| The Ritz Colony | Casabella Two Bedroom - Available Now | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Elan Solana Pointe | ASPIRE | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
| Elan Quail Pointe | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath - A1V | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
| Elan Playa Mar | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| Encinitas Terrace 55+ | 1x1_520 | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| Solana Mar Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.39 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardiff By The Sea Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cardiff By The Sea?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cardiff By The Sea is at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,645.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff By The Sea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff By The Sea Apartment is $1,795 at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cardiff By The Sea is starting from $2,699 at Elan Quail Pointe.
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