Cheap Homes for Rent in the North Shore Cities Neighborhood of Encinitas, CA from $1,780 (15 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the North Shore Cities area of Encinitas.

property at 513 3rd St

$2,000 - $7,600

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Studio To 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent

Available Sep 15

513 3rd St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 20112 Date Ln

$2,100

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Oct 1

20112 Date Ln

EscondidoCA92029

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property at 837 4th St

$2,200 - $9,000

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Studio To 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent

Available Sep 1

837 4th St

EncinitasCA92024
property at 9721 Mesa Springs Way

$2,295

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

9721 Mesa Springs Way, Unit 173

9721 Mesa Springs Way
San DiegoCA92126

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North Shore Cities, Encinitas, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available North Shore Cities Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the North Shore Cities area of Encinitas, CA is a Studio unit found at Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments priced from $1,799. Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,845. Here are the most affordable North Shore Cities apartments for rent in Encinitas, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudio - DeluxeStudio,1BA$1,799
Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudio - S1Studio,1BA$1,845
EsplanadeBarcelona1BR,1BA$2,157
Encinitas Terrace Apartment Homes, 55+1x11BR,1BA$2,290
The CasasA 588 SF Capricorn Square1BR,1BA$2,293

Best Value Apartments for Rent in North Shore Cities, CA

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the North Shore Cities area is the $3.02 price per square foot 2N Model at Garden at 3Roots in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $5,540. The second greatest value North Shore Cities apartment is the 8287 Lapiz Drive Model at 8287 Lapiz Drive starting at $4,195 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for North Shore Cities apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Garden at 3Roots2N2BR,2BA$3.02
8287 Lapiz Drive8287 Lapiz Drive4BR,2BA$2.99
Allure at Scripps RanchMagnolia2BR,2BA$2.81
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
820 Encinitas Blvd2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.78
Elan - Scripps Terrace2x22BR,2BA$2.60
Miramar Townhomes - Military HousingTwo Bedroom - MRTB22BR,1.5BA$2.37
Fightertown Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$2.67
Hourglass Park ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2.92
The CasasC 765 SF Mira Crest Casa Capricorn1BR,1BA$3.15

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Frequently Asked Questions about North Shore Cities

What type of rentals are currently available in North Shore Cities?

There are currently 444 Apartments for Rent in North Shore Cities, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,799 to $26,966. There are also 298 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in North Shore Cities ranging from $1,780 to $75,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in North Shore Cities?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in North Shore Cities ranges from $1,780 to $75,000 with an average monthly rent of $11,121.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in North Shore Cities?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in North Shore Cities range from $3,200 to $26,966, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,100 to $50,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,195.

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