
Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA from $2,900 (243 Rentals)


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6088 Citracado Cir

3114 Via Merde

4000 Highland Dr

2511 Via Sorbete Via

2607 Pirineos Way, Unit 101

2809 Via Clarez

1190 Pine Ave

2425 Levante St

2005 Costa Del Mar Rd
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6811 Alderwood Dr

3108 Avenida Christina

3365 Appian Rd

2399 Jefferson St

2475 Jefferson St, Unit 103

2814 La Costa Ave

4000 Highland Dr

4705 Marina Dr

3648 Azure Cir

5495 El Arbol Dr
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725 Grand Ave

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1839 Arroyo Willow Ln

901 Caminito Madrigal

2518 Delphinium Ln

3433 Corte Viejo

4000 Highland Dr

4075 Aidan Cir

7025 Estrella De Mar Rd
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carlsbad?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad Studio Apartments | $2,013 | $1,599 | $3,736 |
| Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,821 | $1,400 | $7,543 |
| Carlsbad 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,342 | $1,941 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,302 | $3,195 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 4 Bedroom Apartments | $10,181 | $5,250 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carlsbad
How much are Studio apartments in Carlsbad?
There are currently 269 Studio Apartments in Carlsbad with rent ranges from $1,599 to $3,736 with an average price of $2,013.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Carlsbad Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Carlsbad ranges from $1,400 to $7,543 with an average monthly rent of $2,821.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Carlsbad cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Carlsbad range from $1,941 to $14,544. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,342.
How expensive are Carlsbad Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 132 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Carlsbad on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $3,195 to $23,674 - averaging $6,302 for the location.
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