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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad Studio Apartments | $1,970 | $1,599 | $3,843 |
| Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,850 | $1,400 | $8,096 |
| Carlsbad 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,335 | $1,941 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,148 | $2,795 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,789 | $5,250 | $10,000+ |
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Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Carlsbad is at Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments listed at $2,479.
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Carlsbad is $6,148.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Carlsbad is a 1,704 square feet unit starting from $4,329 at Piazza D'Oro.
The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Carlsbad is currently 1,640 sq ft.
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