
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Bluffs Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $700 (55 Rentals)
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The Lofts at Carlsbad Village

San Katrina

Elan Tamarack Shores

Carlsbad Coast

Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad

Elan Sandcastle Shores

Elan Cypress Cove

The Village Apartment Homes

Carlsbad Village Apartment Homes
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Carlyle Carlsbad Village

The Carlsbad Oceanfront Apartments

140 Acacia Ave

381 Oak Ave

Carlsbad Village Apartments

3080 Lincoln St

210 Acacia Ave

3333 Roosevelt St

325 Chestnut Ave

3055-3065 Madison St
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3044 State St

3340 Adams St

Bungalows 8

411-415 Chestnut Ave

Grand Jefferson - Retail Only

3237 Madison St

Maple Court

391 Oak Ave

345 Juniper St

3112-3124 Lincoln St
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3410 Harding St

The Hideaway

The Village Apartments

Pacific Pines

Lime Grove Apartments

Carlsbad Sunset Senior Apartments

The Breeze Apartments

JAM Harding St., LLC

Camelot Terrace Apartments

4560-4566 Cove Dr
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Jefferson House I Senior Community

941-947 Oak Ave

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Carlton by the Sea

Cinnamon Apartments

Su Casa Del Mar Apartments

Jefferson House II Senior Apartments

Acacia Park Apartments

Carlsbad Pines Apartments

Eureka Place
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The Bluffs, Carlsbad, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Bluffs?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bluffs Studio Apartments | $2,383 | $2,145 | $2,800 |
| The Bluffs 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,111 | $2,895 | $3,552 |
| The Bluffs 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,442 | $2,795 | $4,689 |
| The Bluffs 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,165 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the The Bluffs Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA.
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Cheapest Available The Bluffs Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Bluffs area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad priced from $2,145. Carlsbad Coast has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,395. Here are the most affordable The Bluffs 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 |
| Carlsbad Coast | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,395 |
| Elan Tamarack Shores | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| Elan Cypress Cove | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2,970 |
| The Village Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,986 |
| Elan Sandcastle Shores | Duo | 2BR,1BA | $3,045 |
| San Katrina | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,050 |
| The Lofts at Carlsbad Village | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $3,552 |
| Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 3BR,2BA | $4,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Bluffs, CA
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Bluffs 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 The Bluffs apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Model at Elan Tamarack Shores starting at $2,795 with a $3.37 price per square foot in the The Bluffs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for The Bluffs 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 |
| Elan Tamarack Shores | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.37 |
| Elan Cypress Cove | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $3.60 |
| The Lofts at Carlsbad Village | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $4.99 |
| Elan Sandcastle Shores | Duo | 2BR,1BA | $4.35 |
| The Village Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| San Katrina | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.69 |
| Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $5.11 |
| Carlsbad Coast | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $5.29 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Bluffs Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom The Bluffs Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom The Bluffs Apartment is $2,695 at Carlsbad Coast.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom The Bluffs Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in The Bluffs is starting from $2,795 at Elan Tamarack Shores.
What is the most affordable The Bluffs Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap The Bluffs Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes and starts from $4,245.
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