Cheap Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA from $800 (9 Rentals)

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Saxony Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saxony Village

185 Saxony RdEncinitas, CA 92024
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Grandview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview Apartments

141 Grandview StEncinitas, CA 92024
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Melrose Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Melrose Villas

1820 Melrose DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Hunters Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Pointe

7270 Calle PlataCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Cassia Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cassia Heights

2005-2029 Cassia RdCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Encinitas, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Encinitas, CA

Pricing Updated: 07/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Encinitas, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Encinitas Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
North Shore Cities$6,497$1,645259
Olivenhain$7,500$2,61310

Cheapest Available Encinitas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Encinitas, CA is a Studio unit found at Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult... in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $1,645. Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adul... in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Encinitas apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult...Studio - S1Studio,1BA$1,645
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adul...StudioStudio,1BA$1,649
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community1x1 R1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Encinitas area is the $2.06 price per square foot APPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious 1... Model at BluWater Crossing in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $5,750. The second greatest value Encinitas apartment is the Trieste Model at Elan Alicante La Costa starting at $3,699 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the Dejong neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Encinitas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
BluWater CrossingAPPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious 1...2BR,2.5BA$2.06
Elan Alicante La CostaTrieste3BR,2BA$3.08
TraditionThe Artisan2BR,2BA$3.37
Elan Pacifico EncinitasAllure2BR,2BA$2.91
Ritz ColonyCasabella Two Bedroom (Coming Soon)2BR,2BA$2.99
Elan Solana PointeLUXO2BR,1.5BA$3.38
Elan Cardiff By The Sea1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A1BR,1BA$3.32
Elan Quail PointeAspire1BR,1BA$3.43
Ocean CrestThe AvalonStudio ,1BA$3.89
Santa Fe RanchA11BR,1BA$3.85

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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 Cheap Encinitas Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Encinitas?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Encinitas is at Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult... listed at $1,645.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Encinitas Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Encinitas Apartment is $1,795 at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adul....

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Encinitas Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Encinitas is starting from $2,782 at Santa Fe Ranch.

What is the most affordable Encinitas Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Encinitas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elan Alicante La Costa and starts from $3,699.

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