Average Rent in Carlsbad, CA

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Current Versus Historical Carlsbad, CA Rents

Carlsbad rentals average $3,200 for a 1-bedroom rental to $6,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $5,500, or roughly $3 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in November 2024, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $40 (-1.71%) year-over-year from $2,340 to $2,300. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $842 (34.98%) year-over-year from $2,406 to $3,248. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $455 (13.81%) year-over-year from $3,295 to $3,750. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1,412 (31.15%) year-over-year from $4,533 to $5,945. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $752 (13.08%) year-over-year from $5,748 to $6,500. 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 up by 8.34% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.32% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 17.05% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.79% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Nov 2024 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$3.71	$3,248	$2,406 (34.98%)	$2,180 (48.97%)
2 BR	$3.48	$3,750	$3,295 (13.81%)	$2,921 (28.39%)
3 BR	$2.98	$5,945	$4,533 (31.15%)	$3,667 (62.14%)
4+ BR	$2.41	$6,500	$5,748 (13.08%)	$5,108 (27.24%)

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 $5,500 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 $4,200, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Carlsbad, CA is Solana Beach, CA. Monthly rents here are on average $6,950 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 about 1.14% 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 chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Oceanside, CA	N/A	$2,575	$3,995	$4,200
Carlsbad, CA	N/A	$3,200	$3,950	$5,500
Solana Beach, CA	N/A	$4,600	$5,688	$6,950

Top Neighborhoods Near Carlsbad

There are a total of 1 neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad. We've included all of these top 1 neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad, CA in the following chart.

The average rent for these 1 neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad, CA is currently around $6,950 per month. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Carlsbad's average rent, which is only $5,500. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Carlsbad, Solana Beach has the most affordable average rent at $6,950 per month. Whereas, at $6,950 average rent per month, Solana Beach is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Carlsbad. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Solana Beach, CA	N/A	$4,600	$5,688	$6,950

Top Counties Near Carlsbad

There are a total of 1 counties located by Carlsbad, CA.

We've listed the top 0 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

Top Zipcodes Near Carlsbad

You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All

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 $5,500. 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 studio apartment in Carlsbad, CA?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $0 and an average price per square feet of $0.00. There are a total of 0 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Carlsbad.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $3,200 and an average price per square feet of $3.71. There are a total of 2 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 $3.48. There are a total of 18 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 -0.02%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.35%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.14%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.31% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Carlsbad, CA?

A reasonable rent price in Carlsbad, CA is around $4,400/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.