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Cardiff By The Sea, CA Local Guide

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 Encinitas Senior Living in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $1,645. Azure Point at Encinitas in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cardiff By The Sea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Encinitas Senior LivingStudio - S1Studio,1BA$1,645
Azure Point at EncinitasStudioStudio,1BA$1,649
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community1x1 R1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardiff By The Sea, CA and Nearby

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cardiff By The Sea area is the $2.40 price per square foot Allure II Model at Elan Pacifico Encinitas in the in the La Costa Oaks South neighborhood starting from $3,345. The second greatest value Cardiff By The Sea apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A Model at Elan Cardiff By The Sea starting at $2,870 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the North Shore Cities neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardiff By The Sea apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Elan Pacifico EncinitasAllure II2BR,2BA$2.40
Elan Cardiff By The Sea2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A2BR,2BA$2.94
Ocean CrestThe Coronado2BR,2BA$3.28
Elan Quail PointeAspire1BR,1BA$3.57
Sierra Seaside Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$5.30
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community1x1 R1BR,1BA$3.92
Elan Playa MarAspire1BR,1BA$4.65
The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes1 Bedroom Detached Casitas1BR,1BA$7.50
Azure Point at EncinitasStudioStudio ,1BA$6.44

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cardiff By The Sea

What type of rentals are currently available in Cardiff By The Sea?

There are currently 162 Apartments for Rent in Cardiff By The Sea, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,645 to $11,970. There are also 79 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cardiff By The Sea ranging from $2,300 to $50,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Cardiff By The Sea?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cardiff By The Sea ranges from $2,300 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $14,179.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Cardiff By The Sea?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cardiff By The Sea range from $3,645 to $11,670, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,500 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $9,720.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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