Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, CA (247 Rentals)

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The Ritz Colony
$2,200 - $3,100

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Base Rent$2,200 - $3,100

Total Monthly Price$2,200 - $3,100
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Ritz Colony

1190 Encinitas BlvdEncinitas, CA 92024
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Elan Solana Pointe
$2,745 - $3,245

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Base Rent$2,745 - $3,245

Total Monthly Price$2,745 - $3,245
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1

Elan Solana Pointe

766 S Nardo AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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property at 454 Birmingham Dr
$6,800

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Base Rent$6,800

Total Monthly Price$6,800
4 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
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454 Birmingham Dr

Cardiff By The SeaCA92007
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property at 513 3rd St
$1,950 - $7,600

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Base Rent$1,950 - $7,600

Total Monthly Price$1,950 - $7,600
Studio To 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent
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513 3rd St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 837 4th St
$2,100 - $9,000

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Base Rent$2,100 - $9,000

Total Monthly Price$2,100 - $9,000
Studio To 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent
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837 4th St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 721 3rd St
$3,250

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Base Rent$3,250

Total Monthly Price$3,250
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 1
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721 3rd St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 309 Harrisburg Dr
$3,800

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Base Rent$3,800

Total Monthly Price$3,800
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 15
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309 Harrisburg Dr, Unit High Country Villas

309 Harrisburg Dr
EncinitasCA92024
property at 712 3rd St
$4,700

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Base Rent$4,700

Total Monthly Price$4,700
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Dec 1

712 3rd St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 517 3rd St
$5,400

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Base Rent$5,400

Total Monthly Price$5,400
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
Available Dec 1

517 3rd St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 307 Longden Ln
$3,500

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Base Rent$3,500

Total Monthly Price$3,500
2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Condo for Rent
Available Oct 1
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307 Longden Ln, Unit Longden Lane

307 Longden Ln
Solana BeachCA92075
property at 675 S Sierra Ave
$4,995

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Base Rent$4,995

Total Monthly Price$4,995
2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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675 S Sierra Ave

Solana BeachCA92075
property at 763 Pacific Surf Dr
$8,500

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Base Rent$8,500

Total Monthly Price$8,500
3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Mar 1, 2027
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763 Pacific Surf Dr

Solana BeachCA92075

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property at 641 Sweet Pea Pl
$8,698

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Base Rent$8,698

Total Monthly Price$8,698
3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 26
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641 Sweet Pea Pl

EncinitasCA92024
property at 598 Sweet Pea Pl
$7,688

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Base Rent$7,688

Total Monthly Price$7,688
2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 23
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598 Sweet Pea Pl

EncinitasCA92024
property at 513 3rd St
$1,950 - $7,600
Studio To 3 Bedroom Rentals
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513 3rd St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 549 San Dieguito Dr
$8,433

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Base Rent$8,433

Total Monthly Price$8,433
3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Oct 24
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549 San Dieguito Dr

EncinitasCA92024

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cardiff

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Cardiff, CA?

As of today, September 15, 2026, there are currently 247 available Cardiff apartments priced from $1,250 to $12,908, with an average monthly rent of $4,393.

How much are Studio apartments in Cardiff?

There are currently 65 Studio Apartments in Cardiff with rent ranges from $1,250 to $2,695 with an average price of $2,006.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Cardiff Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Cardiff ranges from $1,995 to $5,825 with an average monthly rent of $3,328.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Cardiff cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Cardiff range from $2,800 to $7,688. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $5,229.

How expensive are Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 28 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Cardiff on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,785 to $9,870 - averaging $6,983 for the location.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.