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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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475 Chestnut Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

475 Chestnut Ave

475 Chestnut AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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The Arbors of Carlsbad
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Arbors of Carlsbad

2601 Jefferson StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Unicornio Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Unicornio Apartments

2855 Unicornio StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Bella La Costa
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella La Costa

7504-7514 Gibraltar StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Cottage Row Carlsbad
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottage Row Carlsbad

1400 Flame Tree LnCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Flower Fields
2 Bedroom Apartments

Flower Fields

2666 Flower Fields WayCarlsbad, CA 92010
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Tradition
3 Bedroom Apartments

Tradition

1901 Cassia RdCarlsbad, CA 92011
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570 Laguna Dr
3 Bedroom Apartments

570 Laguna Dr

570 Laguna DrCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3108 Azahar St
5 Bedroom Apartments

3108 Azahar St

3108 Azahar StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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2399 Jefferson St
3 Bedroom Apartments

2399 Jefferson St

2399 Jefferson StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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San Diego's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about San Diego and the best places to live with original content written by our , Local Expert Hayden Goldberg

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Sea Glass Carlsbad
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Glass Carlsbad

2638-2654 State StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Bungalows 8
4 Bedroom Apartments

Bungalows 8

3339 Tyler StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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3861-3867 Garfield St
Studio Apartments

3861-3867 Garfield St

3861-3867 Garfield StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Poinsettia Commons
1 Bedroom Apartments

Poinsettia Commons

6797 Embarcadero LnCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Seagrove
1 Bedroom Apartments

Seagrove

2537 State StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Grand Madison
Studio Apartments

Grand Madison

711-725 Grand AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Ocean 17
1 Bedroom Apartments

Ocean 17

2503 State StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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2670 Madison St
Studio Apartments

2670 Madison St

2670 Madison StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Getting Around Carlsbad, CA

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

28 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Carlsbad

How much are Studio apartments in Carlsbad?

There are currently 88 Studio Apartments in Carlsbad with rent ranges from $1,645 to $3,599 with an average price of $5,203.

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 $1,900 to $7,153 with an average monthly rent of $3,111.

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 $11,970. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,576.

How expensive are Carlsbad Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 102 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Carlsbad on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,695 to $25,290 - averaging $5,433 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.