Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Magnolia Phase Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $749 (44 Rentals)

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San Katrina
$3,200 - $4,054

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Base Rent$3,200 - $4,054
Total Monthly Price$3,200 - $4,054
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

San Katrina

336 Pine AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Pacific Wind
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Wind

3875 Sydney WayCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Pacific Pines
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacific Pines

2825 Hope AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Lime Grove Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lime Grove Apartments

1050 Chinquapin AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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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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Jefferson Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson Gardens

2664 Jefferson StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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The Breeze Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Breeze Apartments

3366 Roosevelt StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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947 Oak Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

947 Oak Apartments

941-947 Oak AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Merrywood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Merrywood Apartments

2585 Jefferson StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Sea Breeze
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Breeze

342-344 Juniper AveCarlsbad, CA 92008

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391 Oak Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

391 Oak Ave

391 Oak AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Carlsbad Cabana
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carlsbad Cabana

2730 Jefferson StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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The Hideaway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hideaway

3380 Harding StCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Casa Del Camino
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Del Camino

370 Walnut AveCarlsbad, CA 92008

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975 Laguna Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

975 Laguna Dr

975 Laguna DrCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Magnolia Phase, Carlsbad, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Magnolia Phase Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Magnolia Phase area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad priced from $2,245. Elan Sandcastle Shores has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,845. Here are the most affordable Magnolia Phase apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elan Beachpointe CarlsbadStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,245
Elan Sandcastle ShoresDuo2BR,1BA$2,845
Elan Park Place Carlsbad2 Bed 2 Bath B2BR,2BA$3,145
Carlsbad CoastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3,150
San Katrina1 bedroom1BR,1BA$3,200
The Village ApartmentsB11BR,1BA$3,228
The Hideaway2 bd 2 bath 762sqft2BR,2BA$3,295
The Lofts at Carlsbad VillageB12BR,2BA$4,319
Salt + SeaUnit 53BR,2BA$4,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Magnolia Phase, CA

As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Magnolia Phase area is the $4.66 price per square foot Unit 5 Model at Salt + Sea in the in the Carlsbad neighborhood starting from $4,595. The second greatest value Magnolia Phase apartment is the B1 Model at The Lofts at Carlsbad Village starting at $4,319 with a $4.62 price per square foot in the Carlsbad neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Magnolia Phase apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Salt + SeaUnit 53BR,2BA$4.66
The Lofts at Carlsbad VillageB12BR,2BA$4.62
The Hideaway2 bd 2 bath 762sqft2BR,2BA$4.32
The Village ApartmentsB11BR,1BA$4.29
Elan Sandcastle ShoresDuo2BR,1BA$4.06
San Katrina1 bedroom1BR,1BA$4.92
Carlsbad CoastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.92
Elan Beachpointe CarlsbadStudio 1 BathStudio ,1BA$5.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Magnolia Phase Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Magnolia Phase Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Magnolia Phase Apartment is $2,495 at Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Magnolia Phase is starting from $2,845 at Elan Sandcastle Shores.

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