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Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments
504 S El Camino RealEncinitas, CA 92024
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, CA from $1,200 (8 Rentals)
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Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments
480 S El Camino RealEncinitas, CA 92024
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The Ritz Colony
1190 Encinitas BlvdEncinitas, CA 92024
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Elan Sandpiper Del Mar
833 S Cedros AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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Encinitas Terrace 55+
454 Requeza StEncinitas, CA 92024
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Elan Quail Pointe
924 Encinitas BlvdEncinitas, CA 92024
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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 | $1,731 | $1,645 | $2,495 |
| Cardiff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,158 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,402 | $2,699 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,942 | $3,445 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,039 | $5,995 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Cardiff Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cardiff, CA is a Studio unit found at Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $1,645. Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cardiff apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio - S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
| Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio - Deluxe | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
| The Ritz Colony | Lafayette One Bedroom (Coming Soon) | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, CA and Nearby
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cardiff area is the $3.85 price per square foot Plan D Downstairs Model at The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes in the in the La Costa Oaks South neighborhood starting from $3,245. The second greatest value Cardiff apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A Model at Elan Cardiff By The Sea starting at $2,545 with a $3.28 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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| The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes | Plan D Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Elan Quail Pointe | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
| The Ritz Colony | Lafayette One Bedroom (Coming Soon) | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 53 E I St, Unit B | 53 E I St | 1BR,1BA | $5.08 |
| Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath - A1V | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Elan Playa Mar | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $4.62 |
| Encinitas Terrace 55+ | 1x1_520 | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
| Solana Mar Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.39 |
| Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $6.44 |
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63 / 100
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardiff Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cardiff?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cardiff is at Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,645.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment is $1,795 at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cardiff Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cardiff is starting from $2,699 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 $3,445.
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