Average Rent in Encinitas, CA

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Current Versus Historical Encinitas, CA Rents

Encinitas rentals average $2,675 for a studio rental to $18,748 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $8,995, or roughly $61 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in August 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $429 (19.11%) year-over-year from $2,246 to $2,675. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,351 (42.90%) year-over-year from $3,149 to $4,500. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $3,883 (107.37%) year-over-year from $3,617 to $7,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,960 (32.45%) year-over-year from $6,040 to $8,000. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $8,662 (76.43%) year-over-year from $11,333 to $19,995. 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 up by 20.22% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 12.55% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 25.17% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.03% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 62.25% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Aug 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$80.25	$2,675	$2,246 (19.11%)	$2,372 (12.77%)
1 BR	$69.04	$4,500	$3,149 (42.90%)	$2,789 (61.34%)
2 BR	$58.85	$7,500	$3,617 (107.37%)	$3,881 (93.26%)
3 BR	$56.83	$8,000	$6,040 (32.45%)	$4,799 (66.70%)
4+ BR	$68.05	$19,995	$11,333 (76.43%)	$5,581 (258.25%)

Historical Rents in Encinitas, CA

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Top Cities Near Encinitas

There are a total of 2 cities nearby Encinitas. The average rent in Encinitas is currently $6,748 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Carlsbad, CA, with an average rent of $4,500, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Encinitas, CA is Encinitas, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $8,995 per month.

Let's compare Encinitas, CA's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Encinitas, CA is 50.00% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 13.21% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Encinitas, CA are about 17.08% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 17.19% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 2 cities near Encinitas, CA in the following table.

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

Top Neighborhoods Near Encinitas

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

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Encinitas, CA is currently around $4,500 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Encinitas's average rent, which is actually $8,995. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Encinitas, 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 Encinitas. 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 Encinitas

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Encinitas

There are a total of 2 zipcodes in or near Encinitas, CA. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $4,150. A total of 2 zipcodes have 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 Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, CA. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

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

Frequently Asked Questions - Encinitas Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Encinitas, CA?

The average monthly rental price for Encinitas, CA apartments for rent is approximately $8,995. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Encinitas, 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 Encinitas, CA.

How much is a studio apartment in Encinitas, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,675 and an average price per square feet of $80.25. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Encinitas.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $3,500 and an average price per square feet of $69.04. There are a total of 3 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Encinitas.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $6,000 and an average price per square feet of $58.85. There are a total of 12 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Encinitas.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Encinitas, CA can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.19%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.43%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 1.07%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.32% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Encinitas, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Encinitas, CA is around $7,196/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.