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Apartments and Homes for Rent in Cardiff By The Sea, CA

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$4,990/mo — 1741 Lahoud, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
$4,990/mo
1741 Lahoud, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,045 sqft
FLEXIBLE LEASE. Lovely one level 3 br 1.5 baths 2 car GARAGE large fully fenced yard cute house in desirable quiet Poinsettias Heights area. Nice cozy kitchen with appliances.
$11,000/mo — 1978 Lake Drive, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
$11,000/mo
1978 Lake Drive, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,831 sqft
Coastal living at its finest! Nestled in the heart of Cardiff, this exceptional home offers the best of beachside living with easy access to everything that makes this town so…
$6,950/mo — 141 Mozart, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
$6,950/mo
141 Mozart, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
2 bd · 3 ba · 1,887 sqft
Location, location, location! Walk to beaches and Cardiff Town Center from spacious light & bright great room plan in intimate gated development of only 15 townhome units!
$6,500/mo — 2510 MONTGOMERY AVE A, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
$6,500/mo
2510 MONTGOMERY AVE A, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
2 bd · 2 ba · 2,000 sqft · Price reduced
Amazing cardiff price reduced ! With white water views and 2 VIEW DECKS. Extraordinary 2 bedroom 2 bath contemporary beauty with newly renovated kitchen, open floor plan hardwood…
$22,000/mo — 1632 Brahms Road, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
$22,000/mo
1632 Brahms Road, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
4 bd · 4 ba · 3,934 sqft · Price reduced
Located in the heart of Cardiff’s coveted Composer District and remodeled by Charco Design & Build, this fully furnished modern estate offers privacy, ocean views, and exceptional…
$40,000/mo — 1571 San Elijo Ave, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
$40,000/mo
1571 San Elijo Ave, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,258 sqft
Enjoy the dream beach vacation in your very own resort style beach house, fully equipped with 2 levels of direct ocean views & indoor/outdoor living at its finest with 3 sunset…
$15,000/mo — 2172 Oxford Avenue, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
$15,000/mo
2172 Oxford Avenue, Cardiff By The Sea, CA
3 bd · 4 ba · 2,774 sqft
Spectacular Panoramic Ocean Views from this completely upgraded Cardiff by the Sea home. No expense has been spared with the luxury upgrades and decor this home has.

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$11,000/mo
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7 rentals are listed in Cardiff By The Sea, CA on Nalren right now — 5 houses, 2 condos or townhomes. Asking rents run from $4,990 to $40,000 a month, with a median of $11,000. Of the 7 with a known listing date, 4 came to market in the last 90 days, 0 have been listed for three to six months, and 3 for longer; 2 of the current listings have reduced their asking rent since listing.

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Asking rents in Cardiff By The Sea currently range from $4,990 to $40,000 per month.

Currently for rent in Cardiff By The Sea: 2 condos and townhomes, 5 houses.

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Rentals near Cardiff By The Sea

17 more rentals in nearby cities — Encinitas (1.9 mi), Solana Beach (2.5 mi), Del Mar (4.7 mi).

$6,700/mo — 1121 Alexandra Lane, Encinitas, CA
$6,700/mo
1121 Alexandra Lane, Encinitas, CA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,578 sqft
Located in Devonshire, a quiet enclave within Encinitas Ranch- 3 Bedrooms + Large Bonus Room. Beautiful two-story home in the desirable Encinitas Ranch community, offering privacy…
$8,799/mo — 120 5th Street, Encinitas, CA
$8,799/mo
120 5th Street, Encinitas, CA
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,060 sqft
Experience the ultimate luxury beachside living at 120 5th St, Encinitas, CA! This stunning 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhome offers over 2,060 sq. ft.
$5,995/mo — 625 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas, CA
$5,995/mo
625 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas, CA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,266 sqft
Newly remodeled single-level ranch-style home in the heart of Encinitas. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence was rebuilt in 2024 from top to bottom with a clean modern…
$5,200/mo — 421 Playa Blanca, Encinitas, CA
$5,200/mo
421 Playa Blanca, Encinitas, CA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,155 sqft
This beautiful furnished, remodeled condo is available from 10/1/26-5/31/27. A private end unit with rich wood floors, a cozy fireplace, french doors & recessed lighting in an open…
$9,000/mo — 837 4th Street, Encinitas, CA
$9,000/mo
837 4th Street, Encinitas, CA
3 bd · 4 ba · 3,064 sqft
Experience the best of beach-town, this stunning 3 bedroom, 4 bath home with thoughtfully designed living space is ideally located just blocks from the ocean and downtown…
$7,000/mo — 128 Roper Court 0, Encinitas, CA
$7,000/mo
128 Roper Court 0, Encinitas, CA
4 bd · 2 ba · 2,160 sqft
Rare single level home for rent on cue-de-sac. Four beds, two baths. Formal living room with fireplace and open kitchen and family room with fireplace.
$6,295/mo — 837 Dewitt Avenue, Encinitas, CA
$6,295/mo
837 Dewitt Avenue, Encinitas, CA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,300 sqft
Fabulous 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with an ocean view in the heart of Encinitas. Walking distance to Downtown Encinitas and the beach. Available October 1, 2026.
$9,495/mo — 1260 Molara Ln, Encinitas, CA
$9,495/mo
1260 Molara Ln, Encinitas, CA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,626 sqft · Price reduced
$45,000/mo — 427 El Sueno, Solana Beach, CA
$45,000/mo
427 El Sueno, Solana Beach, CA
6 bd · 8 ba · 4,892 sqft
Discover a breathtaking modern California farmhouse, perfectly situated on a spacious lot in the coveted coastal enclave of Solana Beach.
$7,000/mo — 579 S Sierra 17, Solana Beach, CA
$7,000/mo
579 S Sierra 17, Solana Beach, CA
2 bd · 3 ba · 1,375 sqft
Turnkey Beachside, Fully Renovated & Furnished! This brand-new, fully renovated, single-level beach bluff retreat offers effortless coastal living with no stairs, high-end…
$5,450/mo — 859 Del Mar Downs Road, Solana Beach, CA
$5,450/mo
859 Del Mar Downs Road, Solana Beach, CA
3 bd · 3 ba · 1,344 sqft
One of the best rental opportunities in Solana Beach! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome offers a comfortable layout, abundant storage, and an unbeatable location in the…
$7,000/mo — 640 W Solana Circle 27, Solana Beach, CA
$7,000/mo
640 W Solana Circle 27, Solana Beach, CA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,246 sqft
Penthouse in solana beach with panoramic ocean views ! 2 bedrooms, 2 baths currently remodeled with new open floor plan adding a contemporary flair, hardwood flooring, new cooktop…
$7,000/mo — 513 Canyon Drive, Solana Beach, CA
$7,000/mo
513 Canyon Drive, Solana Beach, CA
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,923 sqft
FOR LEASE: SINGLE STORY w/ Ocean and coastal panoramic views in solana beach! Experience the epitome of coastal living with this premier lot in Solana Beach, spanning nearly .40…
$7,000/mo — 515 S Sierra 117, Solana Beach, CA
$7,000/mo
515 S Sierra 117, Solana Beach, CA
2 bd · 3 ba · 1,375 sqft
Luxury Solana Beach Rental available as Winter Rental for the first time. Enjoy coastal living in this beautifully furnished, high-end rental in Solana Beach, California.
$18,000/mo — 364 Pacific Ave, Solana Beach, CA
$18,000/mo
364 Pacific Ave, Solana Beach, CA
4 bd · 3 ba · 1,879 sqft
Half a Block to Tide Park Beach Stairs | Coastal Solana Beach Living with Dual Primary Suites Live just half a block from the stairs to Tide Park and experience the best of coastal…
$6,950/mo — 311 Shoemaker, Solana Beach, CA
$6,950/mo
311 Shoemaker, Solana Beach, CA
2 bd · 3 ba · 1,336 sqft
180° whitewater and backcountry views — from every room. This beautifully upgraded 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome in Saratoga West puts the panorama front and center: ocean, sunsets…
$9,500/mo — 341 Hidden Pines Rd, Del Mar, CA
$9,500/mo
341 Hidden Pines Rd, Del Mar, CA
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,000 sqft
Welcome to this breathtaking modern coastal retreat nestled in the serene neighborhood of Del Mar. This newly built, fully furnished home offers stunning sunset views and is just…

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Frequently asked questions — Cardiff By The Sea, CA

How much is rent in Cardiff By The Sea, CA?

The median asking rent across 7 active rental listings in Cardiff By The Sea, CA is $11,000 per month on Nalren, refreshed daily.

How much is rent in Cardiff By The Sea by bedroom count?

Median asking rents on Nalren right now: 4+ bedroom $22,000/mo (3 listings). These are aggregates of displayed asking rents on active listings, refreshed daily — not estimates.

Are there houses for rent in Cardiff By The Sea, or mostly apartments?

Both. Nalren currently lists 5 houses for rent in Cardiff By The Sea and 2 condos or townhomes. Filter by property type in the app.

How long have rentals in Cardiff By The Sea, CA been on the market?

Of the 7 with a known listing date, 4 came to market in the last 90 days, 0 have been listed for three to six months, and 3 for longer; 2 of the current listings have reduced their asking rent since listing. These are counts of listings currently active on Nalren in Cardiff By The Sea, CA, refreshed daily — not a forecast.

Which cities near Cardiff By The Sea have rentals on Nalren?

Within about 7 miles of Cardiff By The Sea: Encinitas (34 listings, 1.9 mi), Solana Beach (30 listings, 2.5 mi), Del Mar (62 listings, 4.7 mi), Rancho Santa Fe (26 listings, 4.7 mi), Carlsbad (43 listings, 6.4 mi). Each city has its own rentals page on Nalren, refreshed daily.

What are my rights as a renter in Cardiff By The Sea, California?

California caps most security deposits at one month's rent, limits annual rent increases on covered units under AB 1482 (5% plus local CPI, capped at 10%), and requires just cause for most evictions after 12 months of tenancy. Some cities, including Los Angeles, add local rent-stabilization rules. See the Nalren guide to California renters' rights for the details and exceptions.

How many rentals listings are in Cardiff By The Sea, CA?

Nalren currently has 7 rentals listings in Cardiff By The Sea, CA. New listings are added throughout the day — open the Nalren app to see everything and set alerts.

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