
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, NM (38 Rentals)


Vista del Sol

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Riverwood

Vista Del Rio-FREE Utilities

809 Pate St

North Brook Apartments

1202-1204 W Church St
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Woodleaf - FREE Utilities

Jefferson House Apartments

1200 E Broadway St

911.5 Bullock Ct

1122 3 E Broadway St

Parkside Terrace

Park Place

Sierra Vista Village

101 N 25th St
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Carlsbad, NM Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carlsbad?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad Studio Apartments | $770 | $770 | $770 |
Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,234 | $870 | $1,455 |
| Carlsbad 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $970 | $2,900 |
| Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,814 | $1,356 | $2,055 |
| Carlsbad 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,506 | $1,506 |
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Largest Available Carlsbad and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Carlsbad, NM is found at Windscape Apartments and is 868 square feet priced from $1,429. EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 772 square feet and currently listed start at $987. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Carlsbad:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windscape Apartments | A2 | 868 Sq Ft | $1,429 |
| EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | 772 Sq Ft | $987 |
| Vista del Sol | One Bedroom | 720 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| Yucca Flats Apartments | One Bedroom | 700 Sq Ft | $999 |
| Eagle Creek | One Bedroom | 680 Sq Ft | $1,049 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 1B/1B Flat | 660 Sq Ft | $700 |
| Vista Del Rio-FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | 619 Sq Ft | $1,199 |
Cheapest Available Carlsbad and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 28, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Carlsbad, NM is the 2B/1B Model starting from $700 at Sierra Vista Village . The second most affordable Carlsbad 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom One Bath Model at Jefferson House Apartments starting at $870 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Carlsbad is currently $1,234. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Carlsbad:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B | $700 |
| Jefferson House Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | $870 |
| EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | $987 |
| Yucca Flats Apartments | One Bedroom | $999 |
| Eagle Creek | One Bedroom | $1,049 |
| Vista del Sol | One Bedroom | $1,150 |
| Vista Del Rio-FREE Utilities | One Bedroom | $1,199 |
| Windscape Apartments | A2 | $1,429 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Carlsbad is $1,234.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Carlsbad is a 868 square feet unit starting from $1,429 at Windscape Apartments.
What is the average size for Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Carlsbad is currently 500 sq ft.
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