1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA (382 Rentals)

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Pacific Wind
1 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Wind

3875 Sydney WayCarlsbad, CA 92008
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155 Cherry Ave
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155 Cherry Ave

155 Cherry AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Ocean Pointe
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Ocean Pointe

4021 Canario StCarlsbad, CA 92008

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Roosevelt Nine
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Roosevelt Nine

2660-2694 Roosevelt StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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6049 Paseo Acampo
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6049 Paseo Acampo

6049 Paseo AcampoCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Bluwater Crossing
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Bluwater Crossing

6790 Embarcadero LnCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Tres Verde
1 Bedroom Apartments

Tres Verde

2348 La Costa AveCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Vista Azul
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Vista Azul

1380 Laurel Tree LnCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Windsor Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Pointe

3606 Harding StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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2340 Ocean St
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2340 Ocean St

2340 Ocean StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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2747 Ocean St
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2747 Ocean St

2747 Ocean StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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141 Cherry Ave
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141 Cherry Ave

141 Cherry AveCarlsbad, CA 92008

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3540 Garfield St
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3540 Garfield St

3540 Garfield StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3266 Eureka Pl
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3266 Eureka Pl

3266 Eureka PlCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3292 Madison St
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3292 Madison St

3292 Madison StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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4627 Park Dr
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4627 Park Dr

4627 Park DrCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Ocean Villas
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Ocean Villas

2895 Ocean StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3130 Madison St
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3130 Madison St

3130 Madison StCarlsbad, CA 92008

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4016 Garfield St
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4016 Garfield St

4016 Garfield StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Sea Six
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Sea Six

2633 Ocean StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3861 Garfield St
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3861 Garfield St

3861 Garfield StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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381 Oak Ave
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381 Oak Ave

381 Oak AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3085 Roosevelt St
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3085 Roosevelt St

3085 Roosevelt StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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391 Oak Ave
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391 Oak Ave

391 Oak AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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140 Acacia Ave
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140 Acacia Ave

140 Acacia AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3150 Ocean St
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3150 Ocean St

3150 Ocean StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3495 Garfield St
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3495 Garfield St

3495 Garfield StCarlsbad, CA 92008

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Largest Available Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Carlsbad, CA is found at Elan Pacifico Encinitas in the La Costa Oaks South neighborhood and is 1,086 square feet priced from $3,116. The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,081 square feet and currently listed start at $3,375. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Carlsbad:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Elan Pacifico EncinitasAspire1,086 Sq Ft$3,116
The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment HomesPlan B Upstairs1,081 Sq Ft$3,375
Villa Camino Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Den882 Sq Ft$2,425
Windsor AviaraRoma825 Sq Ft$3,580
Carlsbad View ApartmentsOne Bedroom815 Sq Ft$2,245
Avalon VistaA5-806sq805 Sq Ft$3,073
Shadowridge Woodbend11A800 Sq Ft$2,345
Lucia at Aviara1A-Alt780 Sq Ft$3,535
The Village ApartmentsB1753 Sq Ft$3,024

Cheapest Available Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 15, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Carlsbad, CA is the One Bedroom/One Bath Model starting from $1,795 at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood. The second most affordable Carlsbad 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath Model at Sycamore Ridge Apartments starting at $1,925 in the Grand Estates neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Carlsbad is currently $2,750. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Carlsbad:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom/One Bath$1,795
Sycamore Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath$1,925
Bella TerraPlan A$1,960
Briarcrest Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath Model$1,980
Canyon Creek Apartments C1B L$1,995
Ascot Village1BR/1.0BA$2,013
The Bluffs at Carlsbad1 Bed 1 Bath Down$2,079
Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom/One Bath - A1V$2,095
Suncrest Ridge1x1$2,125
Portola Senior ApartmentsA1$2,129

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Carlsbad Overview

Located about 80 miles south of Los Angeles and just a mere 30 or so miles from the hub of San Diego, Carlsbad is a thriving locale in the great state of California with much to offer. Known as 'The Village by the Sea' among locals, this luxurious destination is a prime slice of tourism-based West Coast gold, offering stunning ocean views and more than its fair share of pampering amenities.

Why live in Carlsbad, CA?

One of the most upscale cities in all of Calfiornia, a rental in Carlsbad is a sure sign you are on the path to success. From stunning water views to impressive schools, nearby theme park excitement to a plethora of world-class restaurant options, this prime slice of sunny west coast real estate is about as ideal as it gets when you talk about Cali living.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Carlsbad with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Carlsbad is at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,795.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Carlsbad is $2,750.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Carlsbad is a 1,086 square feet unit starting from $3,116 at Elan Pacifico Encinitas.

What is the average size for Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Carlsbad is currently 781 sq ft.

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