Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA (259 Rentals)

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Apartments for rent in Carlsbad that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

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Lucia at Aviara
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$3,099 - $4,880
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Lucia at Aviara

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

336 Pine AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Casa Aldea at Carlsbad
$1,941 - $4,015Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Cats & Dogs welcome with a $500 deposit for 1st pet and $250 additional for 2nd pet. $25 monthly pet rent per month per pet (25 lbs max). Breed restrictions may apply.
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Casa Aldea at Carlsbad

2615 Cannon RdCarlsbad, CA 92010
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Ascend2300
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$3,023 - $7,571
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Ascend2300

2300 Rising Glen WayCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Montecito at Carlsbad
$3,039 - $10,061Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
No breed restrictions.
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Montecito at Carlsbad

2510 W Ranch StCarlsbad, CA 92010
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Sommerset La Costa
$3,295Pet FriendlyCats Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $500.00
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Sommerset La Costa

2937-2949 Unicornio StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Elan Alicante La Costa
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$3,190 - $3,495Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet Fees $50.00/mo
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Elan Alicante La Costa

2385-2399 Caringa WayCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Pacific View Apartment Homes
$3,065 - $7,540Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet interview
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Pacific View Apartment Homes

5162 Whitman WayCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes
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$4,450 - $6,014Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - The following breeds are restricted: German Shepherd, American Pit Bull Terrier, Husky, Doberman, Mastiff, Great Dane, Rottweiler, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, American Bulldog, Wolf Hybrids, Saint Bernard, Chow Chow, and Akita. No exotic animals allowed.
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Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes

662 Tamarack AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Elan Tamarack Shores
$2,645Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
Maximum of (2) two pets per apartment. We accept cats and dogs up to (50) fifty pounds - Weight limit on pets determined by breed/weight at full maturity. Prior to move in a vet statement and photo are required stating the name, weight, breed, age and verifying vaccines are up to date. Pet Fees: Cats - $300. 00/deposit per cat and $35. 00/month per cat. Dogs - $500/deposit per dog and $50. 00/month per dog.
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Elan Tamarack Shores

351-357 Tamarack AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Flower Fields
$2,886 - $3,566
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Flower Fields

2666 Flower Fields WayCarlsbad, CA 92010
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Marbella Apartment Homes
$3,675 - $5,730Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet interview
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Marbella Apartment Homes

2504 Marron RdCarlsbad, CA 92010
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Seascape Apartment Homes
$2,675 - $5,605Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
2 Pet Limit - Pet interview
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Seascape Apartment Homes

6938 Seascape DrCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Salt + Sea
$3,895 - $5,295Pet FriendlyCats, Dogs and Other Pets Allowed
Pet interview - Spayed/Neutered
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Salt + Sea

2620-2622 Roosevelt StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad
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$2,195 - $2,245Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
Maximum of (2) two pets per apartment. We accept cats and dogs up to (50) fifty pounds - Weight limit on pets determined by breed/weight at full maturity. Prior to move in a vet statement and photo are required stating the name, weight, breed, age and verifying vaccines are up to date. Pet Fees: Cats - $35. 00/month per cat. Dogs -$50. 00/month per dog. Restricted Breeds: Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Presa Canario, German Shepherds, Huskies, Malamutes, Dobermans, Chowchows, St.
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Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad

1000 Chinquapin AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Elan Park Place Carlsbad
$1,995 - $3,245Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
Maximum of (2) two pets per apartment. We accept cats and dogs up to (50) fifty pounds - Weight limit on pets determined by breed/weight at full maturity. Prior to move in a vet statement and photo are required stating the name, weight, breed, age and verifying vaccines are up to date. Pet Fees: Cats - $300. 00/deposit per cat and $35. 00/month per cat. Dogs - $500. 00/deposit per dog and $50. 00/month per dog.
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Elan Park Place Carlsbad

2605 Jefferson StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Elan Sandcastle Shores
$3,220Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
Maximum of (2) two pets per apartment. We accept cats and dogs up to (50) fifty pounds - Weight limit on pets determined by breed/weight at full maturity. Prior to move in a vet statement and photo are required stating the name, weight, breed, age and verifying vaccines are up to date. Pet Fees: Cats - $300. 00/deposit per cat and $35. 00/month per cat. Dogs - $500. 00/deposit per dog and $50. 00/month per dog.
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Elan Sandcastle Shores

315-395 Walnut AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Elan Cypress Cove
$3,095Pet FriendlyDogs and Cats Allowed
Maximum of (2) two pets per apartment. We accept cats and dogs up to (50) fifty pounds - Weight limit on pets determined by breed/weight at full maturity. Prior to move in a vet statement and photo are required stating the name, weight, breed, age and verifying vaccines are up to date. Pet Fees: Cats - $300. 00/deposit per cat and $35. 00/month per cat. Dogs - $500/deposit per dog and $50. 00/month per dog.
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Elan Cypress Cove

355-395 Pine AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Vista La Costa
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$4,750Pet FriendlyCats and Dogs Allowed
1 Pet Limit - Pet Deposit $200.00
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Vista La Costa

7541-7547 Gibraltar StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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property at 2407 Sonora Ct

$2,500

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 20

2407 Sonora Ct

CarlsbadCA92010

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property at 4000 Highland Dr

$3,928

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$3,928
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 19

4000 Highland Dr

CarlsbadCA92008
property at 5400 Carlsbad Blvd

$10,109

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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Mar 26, 2027

5400 Carlsbad Blvd

CarlsbadCA92008

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property at 3470 Carlsbad Blvd

$19,349

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$19,349
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4 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 19

3470 Carlsbad Blvd

CarlsbadCA92008

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Pet Friendliest Carlsbad Apartments for Rent

The Carlsbad Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Vista La Costa in the Carlsbad neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Essex Heights in the Encinitas neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.8 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly Carlsbad apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingPet RatingNeighborhoodPriced From
Vista La Costa4/4Carlsbad$4,750
Essex Heights3.8/4Encinitas$2,650
The Village3.8/4Downtown Oceanside$2,500
Elan Quail Pointe Apartment Homes3.6/4Encinitas$2,495
Carlsbad View Apartments3.6/4Mira Costa$2,345
Sommerset La Costa3.6/4Carlsbad$3,295
Ocean View Terrace Apartments3.4/4Loma Alta$2,295
Shadowridge Woodbend3.4/4Vista$2,291
Rancho Hills3.4/4Vista$2,450
BluWater Crossing3.4/4Carlsbad$5,750

Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Carlsbad, CA

The lowest priced Carlsbad apartment at a property that allows pets is the Studio - Deluxe Studio Model at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the Encinitas neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second cheapest Carlsbad Pet Friendly apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Silver Oak Apartments, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,100 in the Fire Mountain neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Carlsbad apartments.

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudio - Deluxe$1,799
Silver Oak ApartmentsOne Bedroom$2,100
Shadowridge Woodbend11A$2,291
Ocean View Terrace Apartments1BR/1BA$2,295
Carlsbad View ApartmentsOne Bedroom$2,345
The Village2BD/1BA-Most units$2,500
Elan Quail Pointe Apartment Homes2x2$2,880
Rancho Hills2x2$2,950
Sommerset La CostaCall for Specials! 2x2 with Vaulted Ceilings in...$3,295
BluWater Crossing2x2.5LW-2798$5,850

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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 Pet Friendly Carlsbad Apartments

What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in Carlsbad?

Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in Carlsbad is at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,799.

How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Carlsbad Apartment?

The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Carlsbad is $3,647.

What is the largest Pet Friendly Carlsbad Apartment for rent?

Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Carlsbad is a 2,798 square feet unit starting from $5,750 at BluWater Crossing.

What is the average size for Carlsbad Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Carlsbad is currently at 796 sq ft.

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