
Cheap Homes for Rent in Encinitas, CA from $1,400 (11 Rentals)
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1650 S El Camino Real

1927 Estrella De Mar Ct

2348 La Costa Ave

2564 Navarra Dr

1616 Forestdale Dr

835 Dewitt Ave, Unit Back House

6733 Oleander Way

7704 Caminito Leon

2352 Caringa Way

7468 Altiva Pl
Encinitas, CA Local Guide

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 | $5,812 | $2,825 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,935 | $3,495 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $15,212 | $5,400 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $31,374 | $8,000 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Encinitas 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $32,796 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Encinitas, CA
Pricing Updated: 04/16/2025Current 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 | $30,000 | $3,200 | 6 |
North Shore Cities | $100,000 | $1,300 | 209 |
Cheapest Available Encinitas Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Encinitas, CA is a Studio unit found at Azure Point at Encinitas in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $1,649. Ritz Colony in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,200. 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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Azure Point at Encinitas | Studio - S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,649 |
Ritz Colony | Lafayette One Bedroom (No Availability) | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Encinitas Terrace 55+ | 1x1_520 | 1BR,1BA | $2,399 |
Elan Playa Mar | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2,499 |
Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA
As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Encinitas area is the $2.02 price per square foot 2x2.5LW-2798 Model at BluWater Crossing in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $5,650. The second greatest value Encinitas apartment is the Trieste II Model at Elan Pacifico Encinitas starting at $4,299 with a $2.56 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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BluWater Crossing | 2x2.5LW-2798 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.02 |
Elan Pacifico Encinitas | Trieste II | 3BR,2BA | $2.56 |
7335 El Fuerte St, Unit Luxury Attached Apartment | 7335 El Fuerte St | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
Tradition | The Artisan | 2BR,2BA | $2.90 |
Elan Alicante La Costa | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
Elan Seacrest Encinitas | Primo | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Seascape Apartment Homes | Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $3.75 |
Elan Quail Pointe | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
Ritz Colony | Lafayette One Bedroom (No Availability) | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Encinitas
What type of rentals are currently available in Encinitas?
There are currently 302 Apartments for Rent in Encinitas, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,649 to $23,830. There are also 129 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Encinitas ranging from $1,495 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 $1,495 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $25,230.
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 $3,545 to $23,830, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,495 to $60,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $8,620.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.