
Studio Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, CA (62 Rentals)


Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Solana Mar Apartments

Encinitas Terrace 55+

Elan Sandpiper Del Mar

225 Melrose Ave

2024-2030 Montgomery Ave

701-711 4th St

2220-2228 Manchester Ave
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2245 Newcastle Ave

462 Rancho Santa Fe Rd

Rancho Serena Community Association - Barn

Studios on 2nd

848-856 2nd St

631 3rd St

Windsor Manor Apartments

2212 Manchester Ave

431-441 4th St

1558 Summit Ave
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800-812 Regal Rd

744 3rd St

2242 Montgomery Ave

760 Encinitas Blvd

432 2nd St

2166-2174 Montgomery Ave

1079-1089 Golden Rd

241 Melrose Ave

820 Encinitas Blvd

718-732 Stevens Ave
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800 Encinitas Blvd

1380-1382 Summit Ave

126 A St

213 2nd St

333 W D St

225 Melrose Ave

247 N Rios Ave

940 3rd St

1136 2nd St

2140 Orinda Dr

442 4th St

524-534 4th St

236-244 2nd St

442 2nd St

1909-1919 San Elijo Ave

Green Valley Mobile Estates

434-438 4th St

250 S Sierra Ave

2040 Manchester Ave

2225 Manchester Ave
Cardiff, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardiff?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Cardiff Studio Apartments | $1,743 | $1,649 | $2,495 |
| Cardiff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,212 | $1,795 | $9,170 |
| Cardiff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,168 | $2,699 | $10,000+ |
| Cardiff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,775 | $3,245 | $9,477 |
| Cardiff 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,033 | $7,956 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Cardiff Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Cardiff, CA is found at Solana Mar Apartments in the North Rios neighborhood and is 450 square feet priced from $2,425. Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 400 square feet and currently listed start at $1,708. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Cardiff:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solana Mar Apartments | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
| Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio - Deluxe | 400 Sq Ft | $1,708 |
| Elan Sandpiper Del Mar | Urbano | 350 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
Cheapest Available Cardiff Studio Apartments
As of January 24, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Cardiff, CA is the Studio Model starting from $1,649 at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood. The second most affordable Cardiff Studio is the Studio - S1 Model at Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments starting at $1,649 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Cardiff is currently $1,743. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Cardiff:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio | $1,649 |
| Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio - S1 | $1,649 |
| Elan Sandpiper Del Mar | Urbano | $2,295 |
| Solana Mar Apartments | Studio | $2,425 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Cardiff Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cardiff with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Cardiff is at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,649.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Cardiff Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Cardiff is $1,743.
What is the largest available Studio Cardiff Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cardiff is a 450 square feet unit starting from $2,425 at Solana Mar Apartments.
What is the average size for Cardiff Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Cardiff is currently 324 sq ft.
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