Cheap Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA from $500 (41 Rentals)

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The Ritz Colony
$2,200 - $3,100
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The Ritz Colony

1190 Encinitas BlvdEncinitas, CA 92024
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$2,300 - $8,700

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837 4th St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 513 3rd St

$2,300 - $7,500

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513 3rd St

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Elan Playa Mar
$2,495 - $3,548
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Elan Playa Mar

116 Quail Garden DrEncinitas, CA 92024
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Saxony Village
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Saxony Village

185 Saxony RdEncinitas, CA 92024
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Grandview Apartments
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Grandview Apartments

141 Grandview StEncinitas, CA 92024
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Village Park Apartments
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Village Park Apartments

2045 Village Park WayEncinitas, CA 92024
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Beach Walk
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Beach Walk

955 3rd StEncinitas, CA 92024
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Seascape Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seascape Gardens

1150 Hermes AveEncinitas, 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 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Pointe

7270 Calle PlataCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Cassia Heights
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Cassia Heights

2005-2029 Cassia RdCarlsbad, CA 92009
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La Costa Seashore
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

La Costa Seashore

7552-7556 Gibraltar StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Camden Old Creek
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Camden Old Creek

1935 Northstar WaySan Marcos, CA 92078
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Lanikai Lane
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Lanikai Lane

6550 Ponto DrCarlsbad, CA 92011
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Windsor Aviara
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Windsor Aviara

6610 Ambrosia LnCarlsbad, CA 92011

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Bella La Costa
2 Bedroom Apartments

Bella La Costa

7504-7514 Gibraltar StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Encinitas, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/28/2026

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
Olivenhain$6,073$2,6332
North Shore Cities$13,454$950376

Cheapest Available Encinitas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Encinitas, CA is a Studio unit found at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $1,599. Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,645. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Encinitas apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,599
Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudio - S1Studio,1BA$1,645
Encinitas Terrace Apartment Homes1x11BR,1BA$2,349
Elan Quail PointeAspire1BR,1BA$2,399
Elan Playa MarAspire1BR,1BA$2,495
Elan Cardiff By The Sea1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A1BR,1BA$2,620
Santa Fe RanchB12BR,1BA$2,833
Windsor AviaraFrancesco1BR,1BA$2,865
Seascape Apartment HomesPlan A1BR,1BA$2,935
Beach ColonyBrand New StudioStudio,1BA$3,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA

As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Encinitas area is the $4.28 price per square foot 2 Bed Model at Cedros Gardens in the in the North Rios neighborhood starting from $6,100. The second greatest value Encinitas apartment is the 1x2RES-1367 Model at BluWater Crossing starting at $3,750 with a $2.74 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.
Cedros Gardens2 Bed2BR,2BA$4.28
BluWater Crossing1x2RES-13671BR,2BA$2.74
TraditionThe Artisan2BR,2BA$3.30
Elan Pacifico EncinitasAspire1BR,1BA$2.87
Elan Alicante La Costa2x22BR,2BA$3.20
Solana Mar Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.76
The Resort at EncinitasA41BR,1BA$3.83
Santa Fe RanchB12BR,1BA$3.37
Elan Cardiff By The Sea1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A1BR,1BA$3.38
Elan Quail PointeAspire1BR,1BA$3.43

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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.

Encinitas, CA
Population: 62,904

Ranked #601

in US Census Population by City

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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 Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments listed at $1,599.

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 Adult Apartments.

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 $2,699 at Elan Quail Pointe.

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