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805 Valley AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, CA from $1,700 (12 Rentals)
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Solana Mar Apartments
309 N Solana Hills DrSolana Beach, CA 92075
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Essex Heights
404 Encinitas BlvdEncinitas, CA 92024
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$2,495 - $3,195Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 26
Elan Sandpiper Del Mar
833 S Cedros AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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Elan Quail Pointe
924 Encinitas BlvdEncinitas, CA 92024
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Elan Seacrest Encinitas
117 Rosebay DrEncinitas, CA 92024
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Elan Playa Mar
116 Quail Garden DrEncinitas, CA 92024
1184 Arcadia Rd
EncinitasCA92024
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Elan Cardiff By The Sea
2170 Carol View DrCardiff By The Sea, CA 92007
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Ocean Crest
873-877 Stevens AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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Cardiff, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardiff?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Studio Apartments | $2,670 | $2,425 | $2,915 |
| Cardiff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,829 | $2,100 | $3,745 |
| Cardiff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,594 | $2,799 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,512 | $3,570 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,470 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Cardiff Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cardiff, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elan Quail Pointe in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $2,499. Elan Playa Mar in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cardiff apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Quail Pointe | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
| Elan Playa Mar | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,599 |
| Ocean Crest | Catalina | 1BR,1BA | $2,679 |
| The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Detached Casitas | 1BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| Elan Pacifico Encinitas | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, CA and Nearby
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cardiff area is the $2.91 price per square foot Allure Model at Elan Pacifico Encinitas in the in the La Costa Oaks South neighborhood starting from $3,140. The second greatest value Cardiff apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A Model at Elan Cardiff By The Sea starting at $3,045 with a $3.12 price per square foot in the North Shore Cities neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardiff apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Elan Pacifico Encinitas | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
| Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
| Ocean Crest | The Coronado | 2BR,2BA | $3.24 |
| Ritz Colony | Casabella Two Bedroom (Coming Soon) | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Elan Quail Pointe | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Sierra Seaside Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $5.30 |
| Elan Playa Mar | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $4.81 |
| 1770 Rubenstein Dr, Unit Hidden Treasure Coming Soon | 1770 Rubenstein Dr | 1BR,1BA | $6.68 |
| The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom Detached Casitas | 1BR,1BA | $7.00 |
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38 / 100
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardiff Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment is $2,499 at Elan Quail Pointe.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cardiff is starting from $2,799 at Elan Quail Pointe.
What is the most affordable Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elan Cardiff By The Sea and starts from $3,570.
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