
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, NM from $300 (33 Rentals)
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Tia Maria

Vista del Sol

Vista Del Rio-FREE Utilities

Riverwood

Avalon at Carlsbad

708 Monterey St

River Oaks Apartments
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Riverwood Apartments

201 N Mesquite St

Copperstone Apartments

709 W Stevens St

413 Mariposa St

Village at Carlsbad

809 Pate St
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1513 Desert Willow Dr

Roselawn Manor

Jefferson House Apartments

EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today

Eagle Creek

Woodleaf - FREE Utilities

Canyonstone Apartments

Lovington Trails
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Windscape Apartments

Summerwind Terrace Townhomes

Sorrento Villas

Parkside Terrace

Sierra Vista Village

Park Place

1122 3 E Broadway St

101 N 25th St
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Skyview Terrace
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 | $795 | $795 | $795 |
| Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,169 | $548 | $1,475 |
| Carlsbad 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $614 | $2,900 |
| Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,843 | $707 | $2,359 |
| Carlsbad 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,506 | $1,506 | $1,506 |
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Cheapest Available Carlsbad Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carlsbad, NM is a 1 Bed unit found at Roselawn Manor priced from $517. Sierra Vista Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlsbad apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roselawn Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $517 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B SS | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Jefferson House Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | 1BR,1BA | $987 |
| Yucca Flats Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Eagle Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Vista del Sol | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Lovington Trails | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Riverwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Woodleaf - FREE Utilities | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, NM
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carlsbad area is the $1.22 price per square foot Unfurnished Model at Summerwind Terrace Townhomes in the starting from $1,345. The second greatest value Carlsbad apartment is the One Bedroom Model at Lovington Trails starting at $1,199 with a $1.30 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlsbad apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerwind Terrace Townhomes | Unfurnished | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Lovington Trails | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Tia Maria | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Woodleaf - FREE Utilities | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today | One Bedroom - 60% Tax Credit | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Riverwood | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Yucca Flats Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Eagle Creek | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Sierra Vista Village | 2B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Roselawn Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carlsbad Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment is $517 at Roselawn Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carlsbad Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carlsbad is starting from $614 at Roselawn Manor.
What is the most affordable Carlsbad Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carlsbad Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at EMLI Artesia: Income Qualify Today and starts from $1,356.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.