
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riva Gardens Court Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $700 (42 Rentals)
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3266 Eureka Pl

The Hideaway

Carlsbad Coast

Elan Coast Village

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San Katrina

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Ascend2300
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The Lofts at Carlsbad Village

722 Arbuckle Pl

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Pacific Wind
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Jefferson Gardens

The Breeze Apartments

Breakwater Townhomes

941-947 Oak Ave

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Sea Breeze

391 Oak Ave
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Casa Del Camino

485 Chestnut Ave

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JAM Harding St., LLC

Camelot Terrace Apartments
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297 Acacia Ave

975 Laguna Dr
Riva Gardens Court, Carlsbad, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riva Gardens Court?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riva Gardens Court Studio Apartments | $2,680 | $2,145 | $3,899 |
| Riva Gardens Court 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,176 | $2,440 | $6,067 |
| Riva Gardens Court 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,063 | $2,845 | $9,726 |
| Riva Gardens Court 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,517 | $3,879 | $10,000+ |
| Riva Gardens Court 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,375 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Riva Gardens Court Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA.
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Cheapest Available Riva Gardens Court Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riva Gardens Court 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 Riva Gardens Court apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,145 |
| Sea Breeze | Apt 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| 391 Oak Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Carlsbad Coast | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| The Hideaway | 1bd 1ba - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Elan Coast Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| Elan Tamarack Shores | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| Ascend2300 | Evergreen | 2BR,2BA | $3,001 |
| The Lofts at Carlsbad Village | A9 | 1BR,1BA | $3,361 |
| Salt + Sea | Unit 6 | 2BR,2BA | $3,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riva Gardens Court, CA
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riva Gardens Court 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 Riva Gardens Court 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 Riva Gardens Court apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $3.54 |
| The Lofts at Carlsbad Village | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $4.53 |
| Ascend2300 | Evergreen | 2BR,2BA | $3.36 |
| Elan Tamarack Shores | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Elan Coast Village | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Carlsbad Coast | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Sea Breeze | Apt 10 | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| The Hideaway | 1bd 1ba - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $4.38 |
| 391 Oak Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $4.80 |
| Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $5.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riva Gardens Court Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riva Gardens Court?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riva Gardens Court is at Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad listed at $2,145.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riva Gardens Court Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riva Gardens Court Apartment is $2,350 at Sea Breeze.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riva Gardens Court Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riva Gardens Court is starting from $2,895 at Elan Tamarack Shores.
What is the most affordable Riva Gardens Court Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riva Gardens Court Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ascend2300 and starts from $3,879.
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