
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, TX from $400 (17 Rentals)
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Raintree Apartments

Jackson Way Apartments

Resort at Riverside

Southland Arms
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River Pointe

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Fallcreek Apartments

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Sonterra West Apartments

2409 W Ave N
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418 E Harris Ave
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 | $743 | $660 | $875 |
Carlsbad 1 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $650 | $1,389 |
Carlsbad 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,116 | $729 | $2,000 |
Carlsbad 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $488 | $2,089 |
Carlsbad 4 Bedroom Apartments | $704 | $555 | $1,720 |
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Cheapest Available Carlsbad Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carlsbad, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Rosewood Park Apartments UP 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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Rosewood Park Apartments UP | ROSEWOOD PARK APTS. LOVELY 2 BEDROOM/2 BATH APA... | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
Resort at Riverside | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Bellagio At Sunset Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Legacy Terrace Apartments | 1/1 BRs | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Fallcreek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlsbad, TX and Nearby
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlsbad area is the $0.45 price per square foot 4x4 Premium Model at Angelo Place in the starting from $600. The second greatest value Carlsbad apartment is the ROSEWOOD PARK APTS. LOVELY 2 BEDROOM/2 BATH APA... Model at Rosewood Park Apartments UP starting at $725 with a $0.57 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 | $0.45 |
Rosewood Park Apartments UP | ROSEWOOD PARK APTS. LOVELY 2 BEDROOM/2 BATH APA... | 2BR,2BA | $0.57 |
Huntington Place Apartments | A | 1BR,1BA | $0.75 |
Bent Tree Apartments | 3/2 Remodeled | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Windmill Park Apartment Homes | 2 Beds / 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
River Ranch | Bedroom ONLY in a 2 bedroom unit | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
The Retreat @ College Hills | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Legacy Terrace Apartments | 1/1 BRs | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Wildewood | 1 bed / 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Resort at Riverside | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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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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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 Bellagio At Sunset 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 $725 at Rosewood Park Apartments UP.
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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