
Cheap Homes for Rent in Encinitas, CA from $1,700 (11 Rentals)
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6550 Ponto Dr

2212 Manchester Ave

7433 Altiva Pl
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226 Liverpool Dr

1726 Belle Meade Rd

1944 Oxford Ave

1915 Estrella De Mar Ct

7476 Altiva Pl

2409 Newcastle
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810 Regal Rd
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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 | $5,605 | $2,800 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,205 | $3,700 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,431 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $25,495 | $4,995 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $27,743 | $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: 08/02/2025Current 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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North Shore Cities | $7,400 | $1,645 | 256 |
Olivenhain | $7,665 | $2,613 | 6 |
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 Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $1,645. Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,649. 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 - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio - S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,645 |
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
Elan Quail Pointe | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,399 |
Elan Playa Mar | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,510 |
Santa Fe Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,613 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA
As of August 02, 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 The Blacksmith Model at Tradition starting at $3,705 with a $2.72 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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BluWater Crossing | APPLY NOW FOR FUTURE AVAILABILITY! - Spacious 1... | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.06 |
Tradition | The Blacksmith | 3BR,2BA | $2.72 |
Elan Alicante La Costa | Trieste | 3BR,2BA | $2.92 |
Elan Pacifico Encinitas | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A | 2BR,2BA | $3.12 |
Ritz Colony | Casabella Two Bedroom (Coming Soon) | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
Ocean Crest | Catalina | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
Elan Quail Pointe | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $3.43 |
Santa Fe Ranch | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath - A1V | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Encinitas
What type of rentals are currently available in Encinitas?
There are currently 288 Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,645 to $22,080. There are also 182 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Encinitas ranging from $1,750 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 $1,750 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $23,422.
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 $3,499 to $18,620, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,700 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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