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- 1–3 Bedrooms
- $2,520–$3,845Rent Pricing
- 775–1,160Square Feet
Rent Specials
Limited Time Offer: Up to One Full Month of Free Rent on Select Apartments at Elan Cardiff By The Sea! Discover the Perfect Home for You When You Inquire About This One Month Free Rent Special! Act Fast as This Offer is Only Valid Thru 2/28/2025! *Certain restrictions apply. Call for More Information!
About Elan Cardiff By The Sea
In the enchanting embrace of ELAN CARDIFF BY THE SEA, love blossoms amidst the caress of coastal breezes. Encinitas, a town that intertwines the allure of sun-kissed shores with a close-knit community, sets the scene for passion. Amidst the rhythm of the waves, heartbeats synchronize. Within this gated haven, lovers steal quiet moments on private balconies, their gazes lost in infinite horizons. Mornings begin with shared yoga sessions, while dusks are sealed with dances under the twilight. As tennis balls find rhythm on the courts, so do hearts, finding harmony amidst the two shimmering pools reflecting the azure sky. Steps away, the world-class beaches beckon, where footprints tell tales of whispered promises and lingering glances. By day, surfers chase waves at Cardiff Reef; by night, hands entwine amidst the glow of Encinitas Community Park. At ELAN CARDIFF BY THE SEA, every sunset is a sonnet, and every whisper, a vow.
Elan Cardiff By The Sea is located in the 92007 Zip code of Cardiff By The Sea, CA. This community is professionally managed by The ConAm Group
Unique Features and Amenities
- 1 Mile from San Elijo State Beach
- 12 Laundry Facilities
- 2 Fitness Centers
- 2 Sparkling Swimming Pools
- 3 Relaxing Spas
- Additional Storage
- Assigned Parking
- BBQs Throughout Property
- Carports
- Central AC+Heat
- Central Air Conditioning & Heat
- Courtyard View
- COX QUICK CONNECT
- Fireplaces
- gated community
- Immediate Access to the I-5 Freeway
- In-Unit Washers & Dryers in Select Apartments
- Pet Friendly
- Pet Friendly See Our Pet Policy for Details
- Poolside Picnic Tables & Lounge Seating
- Private Patio or Balcony
- Quick Access to South Coast Highway 101
- Spacious 1, 2, & 3 Bedroom Floor Plans
Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability
Elan Cardiff By The Sea offers 1 to 3 Bedroom apartments starting from $2,520 and having 775–1,160 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:
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1 Bedroom
From $2,520
1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 775 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $2,520 Available Now C107 775 $2,595 March 7, 2025 B301 775 $2,545 March 12, 2025 B207 775 Model Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $2,520 - $2,595
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- $2,520 - $2,595
Unit C107 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $2,520
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- $2,520 - $2,595
Unit B301 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $2,595
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- $2,520 - $2,595
Unit B207 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit B207 Rent and Fees
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- $2,545
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- $2,520 - $2,595
Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11AFrom $2,5201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 775 sq ftAvailable NowFloorplansPhotos1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A - Image 1 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A - Image 2 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A - Image 3 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A - Image 4 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A - Image 5 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A - Image 6 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A - Image 7 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A - Floorplan 8 Apartment Unit: C107Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A$2,5201 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 775 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: B301Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A$2,5951 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 775 sq ftAvailable March 7, 2025Apartment Unit: B207Apartment Model: 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A$2,5451 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 775 sq ftAvailable March 12, 20252 Bedrooms
From $2,945
2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22B
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1060 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $3,145 Available Now E304 1060 $3,345 Available Now D110 1060 $3,120 Available Now C105 1060 Model Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $2,945 - $3,345
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- $3,120 - $3,345
Unit E304 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $3,145
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- $2,945 - $3,345
Unit D110 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit D110 Rent and Fees
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- $3,345
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- $2,945 - $3,345
Unit C105 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit C105 Rent and Fees
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- $3,120
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- $2,945 - $3,345
Apartment Model: 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22BFrom $2,9452 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1060 sq ftAvailable Now2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22B - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: E304Apartment Model: 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22B$3,1452 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1060 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: D110Apartment Model: 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22B$3,3452 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1060 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: C105Apartment Model: 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22B$3,1202 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1060 sq ftAvailable NowFrom $3,045
2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 975 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $3,045 Available Now E114 975 $3,045 Available Now B310 975 $3,045 Available Now A112 975 Model Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $3,045 - $3,145
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- $3,045
Unit E114 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $3,045
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- $3,045 - $3,145
Unit B310 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $3,045
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- $3,045 - $3,145
Unit A112 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $3,045
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- $3,045 - $3,145
Apartment Model: 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22AFrom $3,0452 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 975 sq ftAvailable Now2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: E114Apartment Model: 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A$3,0452 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 975 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: B310Apartment Model: 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A$3,0452 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 975 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: A112Apartment Model: 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A$3,0452 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 975 sq ftAvailable Now3 Bedrooms
From $3,545
3 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 32A
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1160 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft View Details $3,745 Available Now E108 1160 $3,545 March 7, 2025 B208 1160 $3,745 March 7, 2025 F202 1160 Model Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $3,545 - $3,845
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- $3,545 - $3,745
Unit E108 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
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- $3,745
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- $3,545 - $3,845
Unit B208 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit B208 Rent and Fees
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- $3,545
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- $3,545 - $3,845
Unit F202 Amenities and Features
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- High Speed Internet Access
- Smoke Free
Unit F202 Rent and Fees
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- $3,745
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- $3,545 - $3,845
Apartment Model: 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 32AFrom $3,5453 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1160 sq ftAvailable Now3 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 32A - Floorplan 1 Apartment Unit: E108Apartment Model: 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 32A$3,7453 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1160 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: B208Apartment Model: 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 32A$3,5453 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1160 sq ftAvailable March 7, 2025Apartment Unit: F202Apartment Model: 3 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 32A$3,7453 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1160 sq ftAvailable March 7, 2025
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Property Information
- 300 Units
- 3 Stories
- Built in 1987
Pet Policy
Pet Policy - Cats
- Cats Allowed
Pet Policy - Dogs
- Dogs Allowed
No Brontosauruses Allowed
Pet policies can vary depending on the type of pet. Find out if we accept your pets!
Parking Fees & Info
Parking Other
- Other
Fee & Deposit Info
One-Time Fees
- $35 Application Fee
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Features and Amenities
On-Site Services
- Laundry Facilities
Community Features
- Lounge
Outdoor Features
- Courtyard
- Gated
- Patio
Recreation and Fitness
- Fitness Center
- Spa
- Basketball Court
- Pool
Interior Features
- Balcony
- Ceiling Fans
- Fireplace
- Air Conditioning
Kitchen Amenities
- Granite Countertops

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- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
- Transportation

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Hours and Contact Info
Monday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
Tuesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
Wednesday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
Thursday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
Friday | 9:00 am–6:00 pm |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
Getting Around
Walk Score®
35 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
28 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Elan Cardiff By The Sea
Where is Elan Cardiff By The Sea located?
Elan Cardiff By The Sea is located at 2170 Carol View Dr, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
What is the current rent range at Elan Cardiff By The Sea?
1 Bedroom to 3 Bedroom Apartments at Elan Cardiff By The Sea currently range from $2,520 to $3,845
When is the leasing office open?
- The office Hours for Elan Cardiff By The Sea are
- Monday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Wednesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Thursday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Friday 9:00 am–6:00 pm
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Are pets allowed?
Yes. Pets are allowed at Elan Cardiff By The Sea. Call us today for info on moving here with your pet.
Are there any rent specials?
The current rent special at Elan Cardiff By The Sea is: Limited Time Offer: Up to One Full Month of Free Rent on Select Apartments at Elan Cardiff By The Sea! Discover the Perfect Home for You When You Inquire About This One Month Free Rent Special! Act Fast as This Offer is Only Valid Thru 2/28/2025! *Certain restrictions apply. Call for More Information!.
Renters Reviews and Ratings
Worst Apartments ever :(
October 1, 2024I wish I listen to all the terrible reviews, but I moved in, hoping that the location would make up for it. It has been the worst experience living here, mold, broken appliances that they won’t come and fix, took all my security deposit after stating they would only take $200 out of it. Really bad management. I had to move out because renewing a lease here knowing what I know now would be terrible.Review from Apartments.com
Poor Management with the Buildings Falling Apart
May 17, 2024Terrible property managers both past and current. The buildings are in daily neglect. They clean the main lobby walkway with a third party vendor 3x per week. 1 person is responsible for all 6 buildings. They simply won't add more people or services to the contract per the cleaning vendor. Once a week they clean the laundry room. Once a quarter they address and clean the building. Residents are great overall but some do not pick up after their dogs. You will find dog crap all over the ...green spaces and urine stains throughout the complex. Ripped carpets, broken doors, torn down signage and a security gate that works 50% of the time. The best of course is the non-residents who play pickleball in the tennis courts taking up your parking spaces. Just a matter of time that they file an injury claim against the complex! Weeks before the Property Manager addresses any maintenance issues if at all.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Excellent Location
October 11, 2022What an excellent location! I've been a renter for about a year and enjoyed their amenities and living near the coast. I always find the staff at the leasing office working on their computers or the phone or ready to assist. Christina was always professional and helpful whenever I needed service or had questions. It's great to see people who enjoy their job while keeping hundreds of tenants satisfied. Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed. Keep up the excellent work, Christina and staff!Review from Apartments.com
Very misleading
May 2, 2020The place looks ok, and the staff id nice when meeting to inquire, however, once you move in you no loner matter. Management is horrible! and maintains is a joke. If you are considering this place I would recommend asking tentants about their experiance and coming at night to walk around. Half the time lights outside donot work. Think twice before you sign. Parking is a horrible and trash is a major issue. Have low expectation and youll be ok.Review from Apartments.com
POOR MANAGEMENT
April 22, 2020My roommates and I knew that we would not get our deposit back for our apt in the B building based on how the office operates, we knew they'd find a way to max out the cleaning fees to make it take the whole $600 - but even worse, they are trying to charge us $900 after not showing up for the move out walk through - nothing was left broken or dirty. When we received the notice/bill I tried to call and discuss options. The manager was on vacation and the following week left office everyday by 1 pm ...it took a month of leaving voicemails , emails and showing up to the office in person to finally hear back - at that point they had already sent our bill to collections. HELPFUL TIP : call the collections office to have them “verify and validate” the debt- it legally cannot go on your report until that’s done. I sent a nice legal letter to Elán and the company explaining why the charges were illegal , it has been a whole year since this and the collections agency nor I have heard from Elán so as for now we don’t owe but we definitely won’t be seeing our money returned to us. They wait and put things off hoping issues will just disappear. For Move in - we were going to take advantage of the 'move in early' deal, which they postponed by a week so we only got in a few days early -they postponed it because they were going to resurface the cracked tubs, which they Was NOT done by the time we moved in. They scheduled it 4 times and no showed (each time I had to pay for daycare for my dog) and finally came the 5th time. Which is how it went any time we needed maintenance done . Parking - Parking SUCKS.You are allotted one covered parking space no matter what, even if you have a 3 bedroom. There is absolutely no parking in open spaces after 7PM. It’s supposed to be a gated community but the gates never worked, my car was broken into twice . they take no responsibility for anything. If they don't do it, it's your fault somehow. A slew of things were not fixed in a timely manner including: Part of the ceiling falling on my roommate, which they repaired using BLUE PAINTER TAPE to fix- it fell an hour later .going without electricity for 5 days( which turned out they miss-wired everything making our place a fire hazard) They were having issues with pipes and turned everyone’s hot water off from 8-4 pm every day for almost a whole month. the garbage disposal shooting out dirty water from the dishwasher, the list goes on and on. Management is AWFUL and only care about moneyRead MoreReview from Apartments.com
Thank you Victoria and Stephen!
March 30, 2020Living at Elan has been a wonderful experience. A walkable distance to groceries, restaurants, bars, and the ocean! The apartments are nicer and bigger than what you'd find elsewhere at the same price point. What is especially great about this complex is the property managers! Victoria and Stephen went above and beyond to ensure myself and my roommates were treated fairly in a particularly sticky situation with our apartment. They were trustworthy and incredibly helpful and kind. Thank you to ...Elan Staff!Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Read all reviews! Not even worth a tour.
June 28, 2019This place is great if you want somewhere to live in Cardiff and enjoy the smell of garbage in the hallways, having your car towed, tripping over holes in the floor (under the carpet), having packages go missing, having packages opened by staff, maintenance never responding to requests, getting stuck in the elevator with paramedics, and having noise complaints filed against you while you're out of town. They lure people in with low security deposits, keep them upon move-out, and then send you a ...bill for several hundred dollars more. Tenants store their trash in the hallways and allow the odor to spread throughout the floor. The highway noise is unavoidable and unbearable. The buildings are essentially adjacent to the main highway of the west coast (I-5). If a truck uses its engine brake or anything with a loud exhaust drives past, it sounds like it is in your apartment (so, good luck sleeping through the night). I have honestly never had a more unpleasant living experience in my life. Really read the reviews of this complex and all other complexes managed by the Elan group. I assumed that they were just written by boisterous disgruntled former-tenants, but now that I have become one, I wish I had listened to the majority of the reviews in the first place.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Disgusting
June 20, 2019Bad management. Upstairs neighbor throws boxes plants towels trash from their balcony and it sits there for months. Management does nothing. Dogs poop owners don’t pick it up. Look elsewhere. We are stuck in lease.Review from Apartments.com
Not a Pleasant Place to live
May 2, 2018The area has been rampant with theft recently. Over the holidays over 200 packages were stolen from residences doorsteps and cars get broken into here a lot. There is no parking and they threaten to tow for parking on the curbs on the side when they dont even have tow signs posted up anywhere. If you do get towed the lot is over half an hour away and impossible to find. The management here does nothing but pester you and doesn't try to deal with the theft or lack of parking or any of the other ...issues found in this complex.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Horrible Customer Service and don't recommend
August 23, 2017I don't recommend this place to anyone. First off, right next to the freeway, you hear traffic 24 hours a day. Go inside your unit and things break all the time. One light switch to the entire apartment switches not working. Good luck reaching anyone on the management team. The customer service team is horrible. They will never return your calls or reply to any emails. I moved in here with a 8 month lease. I'm so excited we are leaving at the end of this month. Don't be tricked by their ...super quiet offices. They are triple panned windows and you don't hear any road noise. Only move in here if it makes sense to you and/or family. Otherwise, be prepared to be a number and never be considered a person inside our apartment community.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Other than location this place has nothing to offer.
December 11, 2016Security is lacking at best. Pool and hot tub lights have been out for years with no effort to fix them. Good luck parking if you get home after 8 pm. Yet with no effort to protect quality of living rents increase at a $100 per month every year avg.Review from Apartments.com
Cardiff by the sea
August 11, 2015Cardiff by the Sea apartments is in a nice little beach community about a half mile from the beach. The one bedroom is a little expensive as I pay about 1700 a month with out utilities. The complex is gated and sport 3 jacuzzis and two pools. Its proximity to the freeway can be great but at times noisy depending were in the complex you are. Their is a minor theft problem in the community so keeping your car locked is important at night. Also a strange rotten egg smell will sometimes fill the air ...on the freeway side of the buildings I assume it's a mix of low tide and freeway stink. Overall not the nicest appartment for the price but the community is great and location is right.Read MoreReview from Apartments.com
Nearby Schools
Oak Crest Middle
Cardiff Elementary
La Costa Canyon High
Ada W. Harris Elementary
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Elan Cardiff By The Sea has 1 park within 7.6 miles, including Legoland California.
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Elan Cardiff By The Sea has 5 shopping centers within 1.8 miles.
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Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cardiff By The Sea Studio Apartments | $2,199 | $1,649 | $2,995 |
Cardiff By The Sea 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,741 | $1,959 | $3,500 |
Cardiff By The Sea 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,285 | $2,699 | $10,000+ |
Cardiff By The Sea 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,503 | $3,545 | $8,570 |
Cardiff By The Sea 4 Bedroom Apartments | $17,430 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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