1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA (414 Rentals)

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Lucia at Aviara
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$3,094 - $3,790
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Lucia at Aviara

1205 Aviara PkyCarlsbad, CA 92011
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San Katrina
$3,350 - $3,358
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$2,804 - $4,254

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San Katrina

336 Pine AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Ascend2300
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$3,002 - $6,745
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$3,007 - $7,510

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Ascend2300

2300 Rising Glen WayCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Flower Fields
$2,860
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 18

Flower Fields

2666 Flower Fields WayCarlsbad, CA 92010
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 19

664 Seaward Ave

CarlsbadCA92011

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Pacific Wind
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Pacific Wind

3875 Sydney WayCarlsbad, 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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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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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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3237 Madison St
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3237 Madison St

3237 Madison StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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2775 Roosevelt St
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2775 Roosevelt St

2775 Roosevelt StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3333 Roosevelt St
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3333 Roosevelt St

3333 Roosevelt StCarlsbad, CA 92008

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Tamarack Terrace
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Tamarack Terrace

293 Tamarack AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3183 Jefferson St
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3183 Jefferson St

3183 Jefferson StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3410 Harding St
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3410 Harding St

3410 Harding StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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2770 Madison St
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2770 Madison St

2770 Madison StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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137 Maple Ave
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137 Maple Ave

137 Maple AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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7578 Gibraltar St
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7578 Gibraltar St

7578 Gibraltar StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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3068 State St
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3068 State St

3068 State 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 Encinitas neighborhood and is 1,086 square feet priced from $3,120. Windsor Aviara in the Carlsbad neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 883 square feet and currently listed start at $3,193. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Carlsbad:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Elan Pacifico Encinitas1x11,086 Sq Ft$3,120
Windsor AviaraMedici883 Sq Ft$3,193
Shadow Ridge Apartments1x1815 Sq Ft$2,425
Carlsbad View ApartmentsOne Bedroom815 Sq Ft$2,345
Luma at El CorazonUNIT A6811 Sq Ft$3,105
The Lofts at Carlsbad VillageA9806 Sq Ft$3,341
Shadowridge Woodbend11A - Renovated800 Sq Ft$2,232
Lucia at Aviara1C773 Sq Ft$3,399
Villa Camino Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath760 Sq Ft$2,295
Triton EncinitasA2758 Sq Ft$3,953

Cheapest Available Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 15, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Carlsbad, CA is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $1,860 at Rancho Santa Fe Village in the San Marcos neighborhood. The second most affordable Carlsbad 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed / 1 Bath Model at Stoneybrook Apartments starting at $1,875 in the Fire Mountain neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Carlsbad is currently $2,847. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Carlsbad:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Rancho Santa Fe Village1 Bedroom$1,860
Stoneybrook Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath$1,875
Sunset Springs ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom$1,900
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom/One Bath$1,995
Silver Oak ApartmentsOne Bedroom$2,000
Ascot Village1BR/1.0BA$2,013
328 South Weitzel Street1/1$2,150
ShadowRidge Country Club Villas1BR/1.0BA$2,165
Ocean Hills Apartments504-13$2,195

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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.

Carlsbad, CA
Population: 115,877

Ranked #250

in US Census Population by City

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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 Rancho Santa Fe Village listed at $1,860.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Carlsbad is $2,847.

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 $3,120 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 400 sq ft.

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