
Homes for Rent in Carlsbad, CA Under $4,800 (87 Rentals)


2620 El Aguila Ln

3230 Rancho Milagro

4618 Catmint Ln

4705 Marina Dr

823 Kalpati Cir

3407 Santa Clara Way

3716 Jetty Point

2399 Jefferson St

1911 Estrella De Mar Ct
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2838 Luciernaga St

1326 Statice Ct

2906 Via De Paz

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4000 Highland Dr, Unit SI ID1292588P

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6675 Paseo Del Norte

4022 Layang Layang Cir

2533 Navarra Dr

2564 Navarra Dr

5110 Don Mata Dr
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297 Acacia Ave

7702 Caminito Tingo

2713 Via Cardel

902 Caminito Madrigal

7701 Caminito Leon, Unit LaCostaHills#101

7001 Ballena Way

2831 Hillsboro Court

2344 Hosp Way, Unit 326

3463 Caminito Sierra

3330 Harding St
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4000 Highland Dr, Unit SI ID1353788P

2360 Hosp Way

6382 Paseo Potrero

6442 La Paloma St

664 Seaward Ave

2812 Chatsworth Way

3249 Chase Ct

1788 Dixie St

1806 Eastwood Ln

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701 Breeze Hill Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID96A
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156 Leucadia Blvd

1560 Circa Del Lago, Unit d304

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701 Breeze Hill Rd, Unit SI FL3-ID1104A

3176 San Helena Dr

3574 Conner Wy

304 Bluff Way

2115 Solara Ln

810 California St

991 Hunter Trl

1768 Promenade Cir
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Carlsbad?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,177 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,659 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,837 | $3,980 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,058 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $23,375 | $6,750 | $10,000+ |
| Carlsbad 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Carlsbad?
There are currently 782 Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $23,674. There are also 179 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carlsbad ranging from $1,300 to $55,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carlsbad?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carlsbad ranges from $1,300 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,560.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Carlsbad?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carlsbad range from $3,195 to $23,674, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,980 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,600.
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