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1650 S El Camino Real

EncinitasCA92024

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Encinitas, CA

Pricing Updated: 03/22/2026

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$8,950$2,63314
North Shore Cities$11,812$1,599496

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
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community1x1 R1BR,1BA$2,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA

As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Encinitas area is the $2.10 price per square foot 4 Beds, 4.5 baths Model at 3256 Sitio Tortuga in the in the Olivenhain neighborhood starting from $8,950. The second greatest value Encinitas apartment is the The Artisan Model at Tradition starting at $3,555 with a $3.17 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.
3256 Sitio Tortuga4 Beds, 4.5 baths4BR,4.5BA$2.10
TraditionThe Artisan2BR,2BA$3.17
Elan Pacifico EncinitasAspire1BR,1BA$2.87
Elan Alicante La CostaAllure2BR,2BA$3.10
The Ritz ColonyCasabella Two Bedroom - Available Now2BR,2BA$3.09
Elan Cardiff By The Sea1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A1BR,1BA$3.32
Elan Solana PointeASPIRE1BR,1BA$3.49
Elan Quail PointeAspire1BR,1BA$3.43
Santa Fe RanchA11BR,1BA$3.88
Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom/One Bath - A1V1BR,1BA$3.64

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Frequently Asked Questions about Encinitas

What type of rentals are currently available in Encinitas?

There are currently 293 Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,599 to $24,340. There are also 149 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Encinitas ranging from $1,300 to $55,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Encinitas?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Encinitas ranges from $1,300 to $55,000 with an average monthly rent of $14,470.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Encinitas?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Encinitas range from $3,745 to $20,199, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,250 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,950.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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