Average Rent in Carlsbad, CA

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Current Versus Historical Carlsbad, CA Rents

Carlsbad rentals average $2,575 for a 1-bedroom rental to $7,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $4,500, or roughly $38 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $1,005 (-37.15%) year-over-year from $2,705 to $1,700. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $416 (-14.26%) year-over-year from $2,916 to $2,500. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $93 (2.38%) year-over-year from $3,883 to $3,975. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $225 (4.48%) year-over-year from $5,025 to $5,250. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,283 (33.00%) year-over-year from $6,917 to $9,200. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.58% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 6.10% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.29% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 14.05% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$43.48	$2,500	$2,916 (-14.26%)	$2,448 (2.15%)
2 BR	$35.76	$3,975	$3,883 (2.38%)	$3,290 (20.82%)
3 BR	$37.15	$5,250	$5,025 (4.48%)	$4,173 (25.82%)
4+ BR	$39.47	$9,200	$6,917 (33.00%)	$6,265 (46.84%)

Historical Rents in Carlsbad, CA

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Top Cities Near Carlsbad

There are a total of 3 cities nearby Carlsbad. The average rent in Carlsbad is currently $4,500 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Oceanside, CA, with an average rent of $3,750, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Carlsbad, CA is Encinitas, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $8,995 per month.

Let's compare Carlsbad, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are equivalent to other nearby cities' one bedroom rents. Two bedrooms in Carlsbad, CA are on par with the other cities nearby. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are on par with the other cities nearby. Want more information? Check out the top 3 cities near Carlsbad, CA in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Oceanside, CA	$2,495	$2,111	$3,175	$3,750
Carlsbad, CA	N/A	$2,575	$3,950	$4,500
Encinitas, CA	$2,675	$3,500	$6,000	$8,995

Top Neighborhoods Near Carlsbad

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad. One neighborhood in the area is Carmel Valley. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad, CA in the following table.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad, CA is currently around $4,500 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is equivalent to Carlsbad's average rent, which is also $4,500. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad, Carmel Valley has the most affordable average rent at $4,500 per month. Whereas, at $4,500 average rent per month, Carmel Valley is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Carlsbad. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA	N/A	$3,000	$3,900	$4,500

Top Counties Near Carlsbad

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Carlsbad

There are a total of 2 zipcodes in or near Carlsbad, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,150. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92054, Oceanside, CA at $3,600 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $4,700 per month is 92130, San Diego, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,248. That's at least $29 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Carlsbad, CA is $2,775 per month. Or in other words, $50 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $3,913 per month. Which comes out to $42 per sqft. The following table includes the top 2 zipcodes in Carlsbad, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
92054, Oceanside, CA	$2,495	$2,550	$3,925	$3,600
92130, San Diego, CA	N/A	$3,000	$3,900	$4,700

Frequently Asked Questions - Carlsbad Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Carlsbad, CA?

The average monthly rental price for Carlsbad, CA apartments for rent is approximately $4,500. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Carlsbad, CA rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Carlsbad, CA.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,575 and an average price per square feet of $43.48. There are a total of 8 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Carlsbad.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,950 and an average price per square feet of $35.76. There are a total of 23 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Carlsbad.

How have rent prices in Carlsbad, CA changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Carlsbad, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.37%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.14%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.04% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Carlsbad, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Carlsbad, CA is around $3,600/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.