Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Magnolia Phase Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $700 (39 Rentals)

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$2,508 - $6,519

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Available Aug 23

4000 Highland Dr

CarlsbadCA92008
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San Katrina
$2,806 - $4,256
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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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941-947 Oak Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

941-947 Oak Ave

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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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 $2,145. Sea Breeze has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. 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$2,145
Sea BreezeApt 101BR,1BA$2,350
391 Oak Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2,400
The Hideaway1bd 1ba - Standard1BR,1BA$2,595
Elan Tamarack Shores2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2,895
Carlsbad CoastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3,150
Salt + SeaUnit 62BR,2BA$3,995
Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms3BR,2BA$4,295
The Lofts at Carlsbad VillageB22BR,2BA$4,425

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Magnolia Phase, CA

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Magnolia Phase area is the $3.58 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes in the in the The Bluffs neighborhood starting from $4,295. The second greatest value Magnolia Phase apartment is the B2 Model at The Lofts at Carlsbad Village starting at $4,425 with a $4.53 price per square foot in the The Bluffs 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.
Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms3BR,2BA$3.58
The Lofts at Carlsbad VillageB22BR,2BA$4.53
Elan Tamarack Shores2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.49
Salt + SeaUnit 22BR,2BA$5.24
Carlsbad CoastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.92
Sea BreezeApt 101BR,1BA$3.92
The Hideaway1bd 1ba - Standard1BR,1BA$4.38
391 Oak Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$4.80
Elan Beachpointe CarlsbadStudio 1 BathStudio ,1BA$5.11

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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 $2,350 at Sea Breeze.

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 $2,895 at Elan Tamarack Shores.

What is the most affordable Magnolia Phase Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Magnolia Phase Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes and starts from $4,295.

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