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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 - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the Encinitas neighborhood priced from $1,649. Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the Encinitas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cardiff By The Sea apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudio - S1Studio,1BA$1,649
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudio - DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,799
Encinitas Terrace Apartment Homes, 55+1x11BR,1BA$2,403

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

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cardiff By The Sea area is the $3.50 price per square foot 3 bedroom, 2 bath Model at 608 N Rios Ave in the in the North Rios neighborhood starting from $6,995. The second greatest value Cardiff By The Sea apartment is the B4 Model at RIVA starting at $7,495 with a $6.28 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
608 N Rios Ave3 bedroom, 2 bath3BR,2BA$3.50
RIVAB42BR,2BA$6.28
The Resort at EncinitasB42BR,2BA$3.45
Elan Pacifico Encinitas1x11BR,1BA$2.87
Solana Mar Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.76
The Ritz ColonyCasabella Two Bedroom - Available Now2BR,2BA$3.09
Elan Quail Pointe Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$3.56
Elan Playa Mar Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$4.78
Encinitas Terrace Apartment Homes, 55+1x11BR,1BA$4.62
632 Cerro St, Unit West632 Cerro St1BR,1BA$7.00

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 165 Apartments for Rent in Cardiff By The Sea, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,649 to $13,243. There are also 80 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cardiff By The Sea ranging from $1,667 to $55,000.

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 $1,667 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $19,894.

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 $3,789 to $13,243, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $5,500 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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