Average Rent in Carlsbad, CA

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Current Versus Historical Carlsbad, CA Rents

Carlsbad rentals average $2,950 for a 1-bedroom rental to $7,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $5,190, or roughly $38 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $495 (-22.55%) year-over-year from $2,195 to $1,700. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $348 (-12.45%) year-over-year from $2,798 to $2,450. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $608 (16.04%) year-over-year from $3,792 to $4,400. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,308 (27.89%) year-over-year from $4,692 to $6,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $3,940 (62.46%) year-over-year from $6,308 to $10,247. 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 3.64% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 23.97% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.15% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 24.25% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$46.77	$2,450	$2,798 (-12.45%)	$2,439 (0.44%)
2 BR	$44.89	$4,400	$3,792 (16.04%)	$3,212 (37.00%)
3 BR	$38.43	$6,000	$4,692 (27.89%)	$4,391 (36.66%)
4+ BR	$32.86	$10,247	$6,308 (62.46%)	$5,647 (81.47%)

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 $5,190 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 $4,400, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Carlsbad, CA is Encinitas, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $7,500 per month.

Let's compare Carlsbad, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 18.64% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Carlsbad, CA are about 6.25% more affordable. 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	N/A	$3,800	$4,250	$4,400
Carlsbad, CA	N/A	$2,950	$4,000	$5,190
Encinitas, CA	$3,500	$3,500	$5,500	$7,500

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 $4,225 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Carlsbad's average rent, which is actually $5,190. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad, Carmel Valley has the most affordable average rent at $4,225 per month. Whereas, at $4,225 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	$2,895	$3,853	$4,225

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 $6,262. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 92130, San Diego, CA at $4,275 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $8,250 per month is 92024, Encinitas, CA.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,750. That's at least $56 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Carlsbad, CA is $3,198 per month. Or in other words, $63 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $4,552 per month. Which comes out to $50 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
92024, Encinitas, CA	$3,500	$3,500	$5,250	$8,250
92130, San Diego, CA	N/A	$2,895	$3,853	$4,275

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 $5,190. 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 $2,950 and an average price per square feet of $46.77. 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 $4,000 and an average price per square feet of $44.89. There are a total of 21 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 -0.23%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.12%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.16%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.28% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Carlsbad, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Carlsbad, CA is around $4,152/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.