Cheap Homes for Rent in Magnolia Phase Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $1,800 (9 Rentals)

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$3,050

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3757 Adams St

CarlsbadCA92008
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$3,050

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

3759 Adams St

CarlsbadCA92008

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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 $1,995. Elan Coast Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,345. 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$1,995
Elan Coast Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,345
Carlsbad CoastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Magnolia Phase, CA

As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Magnolia Phase area is the $3.54 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes in the in the The Bluffs neighborhood starting from $4,245. The second greatest value Magnolia Phase apartment is the B3 Model at The Lofts at Carlsbad Village starting at $4,624 with a $4.39 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$3.54
The Lofts at Carlsbad VillageB32BR,2BA$4.39
Villas at Carlsbad25 Bldg 2x1 Prior Renovation2BR,1BA$3.27
Elan Tamarack Shores2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.31
Elan Cypress CoveAllure2BR,2BA$3.33
Elan Coast Village1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.13
Elan Sandcastle ShoresDuo2BR,1BA$3.92
The Village ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$4.26
Carlsbad CoastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.21
Elan Beachpointe CarlsbadStudio 1 BathStudio ,1BA$4.75

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Magnolia Phase, Carlsbad, CA

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Frequently Asked Questions about Magnolia Phase

What type of rentals are currently available in Magnolia Phase?

There are currently 203 Apartments for Rent in Magnolia Phase, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,995 to $22,405. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Magnolia Phase ranging from $1,800 to $15,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Magnolia Phase?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Magnolia Phase ranges from $1,800 to $15,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,532.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Magnolia Phase?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Magnolia Phase range from $3,995 to $12,478, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $10,000.

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