
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the La Costa Oaks South Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $700 (18 Rentals)
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La Costa Oaks South, Carlsbad, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in La Costa Oaks South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Carlsbad Studio Apartments | $1,800 | $1,645 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,855 | $1,795 | $9,643 |
| Cheap Carlsbad 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $1,941 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,173 | $2,695 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Carlsbad 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,827 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
Browse Top Apartments in Carlsbad
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the La Costa Oaks South Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA.
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Cheapest Available La Costa Oaks South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the La Costa Oaks South area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Ritz Colony priced from $2,100. Santa Fe Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,538. Here are the most affordable La Costa Oaks South apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ritz Colony | Lafayette One Bedroom (Coming Soon) | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Santa Fe Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,538 |
| Elan Alicante La Costa | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2,999 |
| Elan Pacifico Encinitas | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,999 |
| The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes | Plan D Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in La Costa Oaks South, CA
As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the La Costa Oaks South area is the $2.47 price per square foot Surfside Model at Costa Pointe Luxury 3-4 Bedroom Townhomes in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value La Costa Oaks South apartment is the Aspire Model at Elan Pacifico Encinitas starting at $2,999 with a $2.76 price per square foot in the La Costa Oaks South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for La Costa Oaks South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Pointe Luxury 3-4 Bedroom Townhomes | Surfside | 4BR,2.5BA | $2.47 |
| Elan Pacifico Encinitas | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Elan Alicante La Costa | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes | Plan D Downstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
| Santa Fe Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
| The Ritz Colony | Lafayette One Bedroom (Coming Soon) | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carlsbad Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carlsbad?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carlsbad is at Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,645.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment is $1,795 at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carlsbad is starting from $2,195 at Camino Colony.
What is the most affordable Carlsbad Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carlsbad Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bella Terra and starts from $2,745.
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