
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Village by the Sea Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $700 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Village by the Sea area of Carlsbad.


Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad

3266 Eureka Pl

The Hideaway

Carlsbad Coast

Elan Coast Village

Villas at Carlsbad

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The Lofts at Carlsbad Village

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Pacific Pines

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Jefferson House I Senior Community

475 Chestnut Ave

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941-947 Oak Ave

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Sea Breeze

391 Oak Ave

Carlsbad Cabana

Casa Del Camino

485 Chestnut Ave
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The Village Apartments

Camelot Terrace Apartments

975 Laguna Dr

4022 Layang Layang Cir

2399 Jefferson St

Sea Pointe

St. Malo Surf Apartments
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1810 Broadway St
Village by the Sea, Carlsbad, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Village by the Sea?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village by the Sea Studio Apartments | $2,564 | $1,995 | $3,899 |
| Village by the Sea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,303 | $2,440 | $6,319 |
| Village by the Sea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,356 | $2,845 | $10,000+ |
| Village by the Sea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,678 | $4,295 | $10,000+ |
| Village by the Sea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,830 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Village by the Sea Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA.
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Cheapest Available Village by the Sea Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Village by the Sea area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad priced from $2,195. Sea Breeze has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,350. Here are the most affordable Village by the Sea apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| Sea Breeze | Apt 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
| Elan Sealofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 391 Oak Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| The Hideaway | 1bd 1ba - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Carlsbad Coast | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| Mauna Loa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2,800 |
| Elan Tamarack Shores | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,895 |
| Villas at Carlsbad | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2,995 |
| Elan Sandcastle Shores | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $3,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Village by the Sea, CA
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Village by the Sea 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 Village by the Sea apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Villas at Carlsbad starting at $2,995 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Fire Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Village by the Sea 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 | $3.58 |
| Villas at Carlsbad | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| Elan Sandcastle Shores | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $3.50 |
| Elan Tamarack Shores | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.49 |
| Mauna Loa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| The Lofts at Carlsbad Village | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $4.73 |
| Elan Sealofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Village by the Sea Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Village by the Sea Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Village by the Sea Apartment is $2,350 at Sea Breeze.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Village by the Sea Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Village by the Sea is starting from $2,800 at Mauna Loa Apartments.
What is the most affordable Village by the Sea Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Village by the Sea Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes and starts from $4,295.
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