
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, TX from $500 (29 Rentals)
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Raintree Apartments

Jackson Way Apartments

Resort at Riverside

Southland Arms

Fallcreek Apartments

Bellagio At Sunset Apartments

Sedona Ranch Apartments
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Windmill Park Apartment Homes

Sonterra West Apartments

The Landing Apartments

1518 Sycamore St, Unit B

The Brixton Apartments

Stadium Oaks Apartments

Bella Vista Apartments
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The Retreat @ College Hills

Huntington Place Apartments

2409 W Ave N

304 SE Railroad St
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418 E Harris Ave

314 SE Railroad St

1210 N 8th St
Carlsbad, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carlsbad?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Carlsbad Studio Apartments | $737 | $660 | $875 |
Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments | $962 | $650 | $1,389 |
Carlsbad 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $719 | $2,000 |
Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $513 | $2,049 |
Carlsbad 4 Bedroom Apartments | $572 | $545 | $600 |
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Cheapest Available Carlsbad Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carlsbad, TX is a Studio unit found at Jackson Way Apartments priced from $725. Resort at Riverside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carlsbad apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Jackson Way Apartments | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $725 |
Resort at Riverside | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Sedona Ranch Apartments | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $773 |
Legacy Terrace Apartments | 1/1 BRs | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Fallcreek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Arden Arms Apartments | Downstairs 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Bellagio At Sunset Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Sonterra West Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
The Brixton Apartments | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $803 |
Stadium Oaks Apartments | The Angelo | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, TX and Nearby
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlsbad area is the $0.44 price per square foot 4x4 Premium Model at Angelo Place in the starting from $590. The second greatest value Carlsbad apartment is the 3/2 Remodeled Model at Bent Tree Apartments starting at $1,275 with a $1.22 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. |
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Angelo Place | 4x4 Premium | 4BR,4BA | $0.44 |
Bent Tree Apartments | 3/2 Remodeled | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Windmill Park Apartment Homes | 2 Beds / 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
Huntington Place Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Southland Arms | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
River Ranch | Bedroom ONLY in a 2 bedroom unit | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
River Walk Apartments | black appliances, no patio (#11) | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Legacy Terrace Apartments | 1/1 BRs | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Wildewood | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Arden Arms Apartments | Downstairs 1 bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
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Getting Around Carlsbad, TX
Walk Score®
3 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $775 at Sedona Ranch Apartments.
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 $750 at Resort at Riverside.
What is the most affordable Carlsbad Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carlsbad Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bellagio At Sunset Apartments and starts from $1,275.
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