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

Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Solana Mar Apartments

Encinitas Terrace 55+

Ocean Crest

Elan Sandpiper Del Mar

304 N Rios Ave

Rancho Serena Community Association - Barn
Cardiff, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardiff?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cardiff Studio Apartments | $1,729 | $1,645 | $2,495 |
Cardiff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,330 | $1,795 | $10,000+ |
Cardiff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,227 | $2,699 | $10,000+ |
Cardiff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $9,231 | $3,545 | $10,000+ |
Cardiff 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,449 | $9,968 | $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. Elan Sandpiper Del Mar has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 450 square feet and currently listed start at $2,495. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Cardiff:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Solana Mar Apartments | Studio | 450 Sq Ft | $2,425 |
Elan Sandpiper Del Mar | Optimo | 450 Sq Ft | $2,495 |
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio - Deluxe | 400 Sq Ft | $1,708 |
Cheapest Available Cardiff Studio Apartments
As of September 12, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Cardiff, CA is the Studio - S1 Model starting from $1,645 at Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood. The second most affordable Cardiff Studio is the Studio Model at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments starting at $1,649 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Cardiff is currently $1,729. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Cardiff:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio - S1 | $1,645 |
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio | $1,649 |
Solana Mar Apartments | Studio | $2,425 |
Elan Sandpiper Del Mar | Urbano | $2,445 |
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Walk Score®
63 / 100
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Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,645.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Cardiff Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Cardiff is $1,729.
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 311 sq ft.
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