Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Village by the Sea Neighborhood of Carlsbad, CA from $700 (38 Rentals)

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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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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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The Hideaway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hideaway

3380 Harding StCarlsbad, 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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Sea Breeze
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Breeze

342-344 Juniper AveCarlsbad, CA 92008
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Mauna Loa Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mauna Loa Apartments

1810 S BroadwayOceanside, CA 92054
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Sea Pointe
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sea Pointe

308-324 Cassidy StOceanside, CA 92054
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Elan Sealofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elan Sealofts

1910 S BroadwayOceanside, CA 92054

Village by the Sea, Carlsbad, CA Local Guide

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 $2,245. Carlsbad Cabana has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,545. Here are the most affordable Village by the Sea apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elan Beachpointe CarlsbadStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,245
Carlsbad CabanaModel 2 - Standard 1 Br 1Ba Ground Floor1BR,1BA$2,545
The Hideaway1bd 1ba - Standard1BR,1BA$2,595
Elan Coast Village2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$2,745
Elan Sandcastle ShoresDuo2BR,1BA$2,795
Sea BreezeApt 252BR,1BA$2,900
Elan Tamarack Shores2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3,045
Carlsbad CoastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3,150
The Lofts at Carlsbad VillageA11BR,1BA$3,448
Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms3BR,2BA$4,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Village by the Sea, CA

As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Village by the Sea area is the $3.77 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Model at Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes in the in the The Bluffs neighborhood starting from $4,520. The second greatest value Village by the Sea apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath A Model at Elan Coast Village starting at $2,745 with a $2.89 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tamarack Sands Apartment Homes3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms3BR,2BA$3.77
Elan Coast Village2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$2.89
Sea BreezeApt 252BR,1BA$3.41
Elan Tamarack Shores2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.67
Carlsbad CabanaModel 2 - Standard 1 Br 1Ba Ground Floor1BR,1BA$3.64
Elan Sandcastle ShoresDuo2BR,1BA$3.99
Carlsbad CoastOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.92
The Hideaway1bd 1ba - Standard1BR,1BA$4.38
The Lofts at Carlsbad VillageA11BR,1BA$6.14
Elan Beachpointe CarlsbadStudio 1 BathStudio ,1BA$5.35

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Village By The Sea, Carlsbad, CA

Ranked #6

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Village by the Sea Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Village by the Sea?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Village by the Sea is at Elan Beachpointe Carlsbad listed at $2,245.

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 $2,545 at Carlsbad Cabana.

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 $2,745 at Elan Coast Village.

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