
Cheap Homes for Rent in Encinitas, CA from $1,700 (8 Rentals)
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664 Seaward Ave

826 Genoa Way

1927 Estrella De Mar Ct
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7437 Altiva Pl

1823 Westminster Dr

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1944 Oxford Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Encinitas?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Encinitas 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,407 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,632 | $3,695 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,819 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $27,825 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,948 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $18,500 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Encinitas, CA
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025Current 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:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Olivenhain | $7,500 | $1,645 | 83 |
North Shore Cities | $15,000 | $1,200 | 534 |
Cheapest Available Encinitas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Encinitas, CA is a Studio unit found at Encinitas Senior Living in the Olivenhain neighborhood priced from $1,645. Azure Point at Encinitas in the Olivenhain 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Encinitas Senior Living | Studio - S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
Azure Point at Encinitas | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
Silverado Apartments, a 55+ Community | 1x1 R | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Encinitas area is the $2.65 price per square foot The Blacksmith Model at Tradition in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $3,605. The second greatest value Encinitas apartment is the Allure Model at Elan Pacifico Encinitas starting at $3,140 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the North Shore Cities neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Encinitas apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Tradition | The Blacksmith | 3BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Elan Pacifico Encinitas | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
Elan Alicante La Costa | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
Elan Seacrest Encinitas | Primo | 2BR,1BA | $2.98 |
Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
Ocean Crest | The Coronado | 2BR,2BA | $3.28 |
The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment Homes | Plan D Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
20277 Elfin Vista Ln, Unit Elfin Apartment | 20277 Elfin Vista Ln | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Elan Quail Pointe | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
Santa Fe Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.81 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Encinitas
What type of rentals are currently available in Encinitas?
There are currently 290 Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,645 to $21,490. There are also 159 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Encinitas ranging from $1,700 to $100,000.
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 $1,700 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $24,351.
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 $3,199 to $20,120, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,695 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,000.
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