Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dejong Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $900 (39 Rentals)

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Lucia at Aviara
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$3,370 - $4,815
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Lucia at Aviara

1205 Aviara PkyCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Sunny Creek Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunny Creek Apartments

5410 Sunny Creek RdCarlsbad, CA 92010
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Cassia Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cassia Heights

2005-2029 Cassia RdCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Lime Grove Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lime Grove Apartments

1050 Chinquapin AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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La Costa Seashore
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Costa Seashore

7552-7556 Gibraltar StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Cottage Row Carlsbad
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cottage Row Carlsbad

1400 Flame Tree LnCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Windsor Aviara
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Aviara

6610 Ambrosia LnCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Lanikai Lane
3 Bedroom Apartments

Lanikai Lane

6550 Ponto DrCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Unicornio Apartments
1 to 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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Tradition
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tradition

1901 Cassia RdCarlsbad, CA 92011

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Triton Encinitas
$3,783 - $5,733
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Triton Encinitas

1967 N Vulcan AveEncinitas, CA 92024
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Grandview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview Apartments

141 Grandview StEncinitas, CA 92024
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110 Hillcrest Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

110 Hillcrest Dr

110 Hillcrest DrEncinitas, CA 92024

Dejong, Carlsbad, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dejong Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dejong area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Portola Senior Apartments priced from $2,129. Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Dejong apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Portola Senior ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$2,129
Elan Beachpointe CarlsbadStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,195
Pacific View Apartment HomesPlan C1BR,1BA$2,670
Santa Fe RanchB12BR,1BA$2,833
Windsor AviaraFrancesco1BR,1BA$2,846
Seascape Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,955
Shadowridge Park ApartmentsThe Courtney2BR,2BA$2,978
Elan Alicante La Costa2x22BR,2BA$2,995
Montecito at CarlsbadA2B1BR,1BA$3,112
Sommerset La Costa2 Bed/2 Bath - Upstairs (Grey)2BR,2BA$3,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dejong, CA

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dejong area is the $2.74 price per square foot 1x2RES-1367 Model at BluWater Crossing in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $3,750. The second greatest value Dejong apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments starting at $3,537 with a $2.83 price per square foot in the Dejong neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dejong apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
BluWater Crossing1x2RES-13671BR,2BA$2.74
Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.83
TraditionThe Artisan2BR,2BA$3.25
Sommerset La Costa2 Bed/2 Bath - Upstairs (Grey)2BR,2BA$3.00
Elan Alicante La Costa2x22BR,2BA$3.00
Shadowridge Park ApartmentsThe Courtney2BR,2BA$2.98
Santa Fe RanchB12BR,1BA$3.37
Montecito at CarlsbadA2B1BR,1BA$4.16
Pacific View Apartment HomesPlan C1BR,1BA$3.95
Portola Senior ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.34

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in areas across the United States including Dejong, Carlsbad, and the greater San Diego area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dejong Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dejong Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dejong Apartment is $2,129 at Portola Senior Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dejong Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dejong is starting from $2,833 at Santa Fe Ranch.

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