3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA (188 Rentals)

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$3,873 - $6,271
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3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 13

Ascend2300

2300 Rising Glen WayCarlsbad, CA 92008
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property at 2838 Luciernaga St

$4,000

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$4,000

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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 1

2838 Luciernaga St

CarlsbadCA92009
property at 3230 Rancho Milagro

$4,700

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$4,700

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$4,700

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 1

3230 Rancho Milagro

CarlsbadCA92009
property at 2586 Delphinium Ln

$7,995

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$7,995

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$7,995

3 Bedroom, 4 Bath Townhome for Rent

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2586 Delphinium Ln

CarlsbadCA92008
property at 6910 Peachtree Rd

$6,128

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$6,128

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 31

6910 Peachtree Rd

CarlsbadCA92011

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property at 4513 Cove Dr

$5,200

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$5,200

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$5,200

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 1

4513 Cove Dr

CarlsbadCA92008
property at 4866 Hillside Dr

$18,391

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$18,391

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$18,391

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 7

4866 Hillside Dr

CarlsbadCA92008
property at 2464 Jefferson St

$12,168

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$12,168

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$12,168

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 19

2464 Jefferson St

CarlsbadCA92008
property at 2983 Paseo Almiar

$6,514

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$6,514

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3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 19

2983 Paseo Almiar

CarlsbadCA92009

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property at 1061 Buena Vista Way

$6,900

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1061 Buena Vista Way

CarlsbadCA92008
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5122 Los Robles Dr
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5122 Los Robles Dr

5122 Los Robles DrCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Pacific Wind
3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Wind

3875 Sydney WayCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Lanikai Lane
3 Bedroom Apartments

Lanikai Lane

6550 Ponto DrCarlsbad, CA 92011
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570 Laguna Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

570 Laguna Dr

570 Laguna DrCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Maple Court
3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Court

175 Maple AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3044 State St
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3044 State St

3044 State StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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2399 Jefferson St
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2399 Jefferson St

2399 Jefferson StCarlsbad, CA 92008

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Largest Available Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Carlsbad, CA is found at Piazza D'Oro in the Mira Costa neighborhood and is 1,695 square feet priced from $3,869. Avalon Vista in the Tri City neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,435 square feet and currently listed start at $4,045. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Carlsbad:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Piazza D'OroThe Tuscany1,695 Sq Ft$3,869
Avalon VistaC1-1443sq1,435 Sq Ft$4,045
TraditionThe Blacksmith1,361 Sq Ft$3,940
Ocean CreekC11,296 Sq Ft$4,075
Salt + SeaUnit 41,210 Sq Ft$5,195
Luma at El CorazonUNIT C11,203 Sq Ft$4,030
Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms1,200 Sq Ft$4,295
Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments3 Bedroom1,145 Sq Ft$3,537
Sofi Ocean HillsC1 Renovated1,115 Sq Ft$3,872

Cheapest Available Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 11, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Carlsbad, CA is the 3 Bedroom Model starting from $3,537 at Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments in the Dejong neighborhood. The second most affordable Carlsbad 3 Bedroom is the The Rome Model at Piazza D'Oro starting at $3,760 in the Mira Costa neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Carlsbad is currently $5,834. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Carlsbad:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments3 Bedroom$3,537
Piazza D'OroThe Rome$3,760
Sofi Ocean HillsC1 Renovated$3,872
TraditionThe Blacksmith$3,940
Luma at El CorazonUNIT C1$4,030
Avalon VistaC1-1443sq$4,045
Ocean CreekC1$4,075
Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms$4,295
Salt + SeaUnit 5$4,895

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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 3 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Carlsbad with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Carlsbad is at Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments listed at $3,537.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Carlsbad is $5,834.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Carlsbad is a 1,695 square feet unit starting from $3,869 at Piazza D'Oro.

What is the average size for Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Carlsbad is currently 1,518 sq ft.

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