3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA (46 Rentals)

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848-856 2nd St
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848-856 2nd St

848-856 2nd StEncinitas, CA 92024
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583-585 Melba Rd
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583-585 Melba Rd

583-585 Melba RdEncinitas, CA 92024
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Leucadia Creek
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Leucadia Creek

1786 N Coast Hwy 101Encinitas, CA 92024
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25-35 E J St
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25-35 E J St

25-35 E J StEncinitas, CA 92024
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243 E Glaucus St
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243 E Glaucus St

243 E Glaucus StEncinitas, CA 92024

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261 Hillcrest Dr
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261 Hillcrest Dr

261 Hillcrest DrEncinitas, CA 92024
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149 Cadmus St
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149 Cadmus St

149 Cadmus StEncinitas, CA 92024

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Cassia Heights
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Cassia Heights

2005-2029 Cassia RdCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Melrose Villas
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Melrose Villas

1820 Melrose DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Lanikai Lane
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Lanikai Lane

6550 Ponto DrCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Tradition
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Tradition

1901 Cassia RdCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Helix
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Helix

222 S Helix AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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608 N Rios Ave
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608 N Rios Ave

608 N Rios AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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119-125 Diana St
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119-125 Diana St

119-125 Diana StLeucadia, CA 92024
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225 S Highway 101
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225 S Highway 101

225 S Highway 101Solana Beach, CA 92075
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Sage Canyon
3 Bedroom Apartments

Sage Canyon

1010 Stephanie StSan Marcos, CA 92078
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247 N Rios Ave
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247 N Rios Ave

247 N Rios AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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140-148 N Rios Ave
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140-148 N Rios Ave

140-148 N Rios AveSolana Beach, CA 92075
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148 N Acacia Ave
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148 N Acacia Ave

148 N Acacia AveSolana Beach, CA 92075

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Encinitas 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 04, 2025

There are currently 17 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in Encinitas, CA neighborhoods that range in price from $3,000 to $18,270. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Encinitas with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
North Shore Cities17$4,875$3,000

Largest Available Encinitas 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Encinitas, CA is found at Windsor Aviara in the Dejong neighborhood and is 1,546 square feet priced from $4,190. Tradition has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,361 square feet and currently listed start at $3,705. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Encinitas:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Windsor AviaraSorbello1,546 Sq Ft$4,190
TraditionThe Blacksmith1,361 Sq Ft$3,705
Seaside Commons3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (Garage available)1,200 Sq Ft$6,950
Elan Alicante La CostaTrieste1,200 Sq Ft$3,499
Elan Cardiff By The Sea3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 32A1,160 Sq Ft$3,570

Cheapest Available Encinitas 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 04, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Encinitas, CA is the Trieste Model starting from $3,499 at Elan Alicante La Costa in the Dejong neighborhood. The second most affordable Encinitas 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 32A Model at Elan Cardiff By The Sea starting at $3,570 in the North Shore Cities neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Encinitas is currently $6,729. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Encinitas:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Elan Alicante La CostaTrieste$3,499
Elan Cardiff By The Sea3 Bedrooms 2 Baths 32A$3,570
TraditionThe Blacksmith$3,705
Windsor AviaraSorbello$4,190
Seaside Commons3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom (Garage available)$6,950

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Encinitas Overview

Encinitas is on the Pacific coast in North County, San Diego, California. Sixty thousand people live in this sunny coastal paradise with some of the best surfing in the world. Encinitas isn't just for surfers, though. It has a century-old shopping district, famous botanical gardens, gorgeous hikes, delicious food, and entertainment for everyone.

Why live in Encinitas, CA?

There's something special about Encinitas. Maybe it's the warm California sun and miles of sandy beaches. It's also abundant with history and a laid back coastal lifestyle that's hard to beat—not to mention the gorgeous botanical gardens. Plus, you're close to San Diego, where there are even more exciting things to do and see. Living in Encinitas apartments is like living in a resort, with amenities to further enhance your quality of life.

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Getting Around Encinitas, CA

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Encinitas Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Encinitas with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Encinitas is at Elan Alicante La Costa listed at $3,499.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Encinitas Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Encinitas is $6,729.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Encinitas Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Encinitas is a 1,546 square feet unit starting from $4,190 at Windsor Aviara.

What is the average size for Encinitas 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Encinitas is currently 1,945 sq ft.

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