Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath Encinitas cottage offering the indoor/outdoor lifestyle that makes coastal North County so special.
Bright and inviting, the home features an open living and kitchen area with white shaker cabinetry, stainless-steel appliances, a large peninsula with bar seating, modern finishes, tile and luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring throughout, and abundant natural light. Two comfortable bedrooms, a full bath, separate laundry/storage area with washer and dryer hookups, and off-street parking complete the home.
What really sets this property apart is the outdoor space. Enjoy multiple fenced outdoor areas surrounded by mature tropical landscaping, including flowering plumerias and established fruit trees. A large decomposed-granite patio beneath the canopy of a mature lime tree provides a wonderful setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing around a fire pit. There is also garden space for anyone who enjoys gardening or simply wants room to enjoy the Southern California sunshine.
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood less than a mile from Swami's Beach, with easy access to downtown Encinitas, restaurants, shopping, beaches, and Coast Highway.
Monthly rent includes water, trash, gardener, gas, and electricity for normal residential use, making monthly expenses simple and predictable.
PROPERTY FEATURES:
2 bedrooms / 1 bathroom
Approximately 850 sq. ft.
Tile and luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring no carpet
Updated kitchen with stainless-steel appliances
Large kitchen peninsula with bar seating
Fenced outdoor spaces
Large decomposed-granite outdoor dining/entertaining patio
Mature lime tree and flowering plumerias
Additional fruit trees including orange, apple, and blackberry
Garden space
Separate laundry/storage area with washer & dryer hookups
Off-street parking
Water, trash, gardener, gas & electricity included*
Pet friendly $50/month per pet
Less than 1 mile from Swami's Beach
$4,195/month
A unique opportunity for someone looking for more than an apartment a comfortable coastal cottage with its own outdoor spaces and room to enjoy the Encinitas lifestyle.
*Gas and electricity included for normal residential household use. Additional terms regarding extraordinary/high-consumption electrical use will be addressed in the lease.
12-month lease. One off-street parking space included. Water, trash, gardener, gas and electricity for normal residential household use are included in the monthly rent. Tenant responsible for internet/cable and other optional services. Pets considered upon landlord approval with an additional $50/month pet rent per pet. No smoking/vaping on property. Security deposit and renter's insurance required. Additional lease terms apply regarding excessive or extraordinary utility usage.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$4,195/moFees may apply
1040 Gardena Rd, APT A, Encinitas, CA 92024
2beds
850sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided. Learn more|
Apartment
Available Thu Oct 1 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Hookups laundry
What's special
Garden spaceEstablished fruit treesModern finishesAbundant natural lightFlowering plumeriasMultiple fenced outdoor areasStainless-steel appliances
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Hookups
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 850 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Garbage, Gas, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Encinitas
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2026 | Listed for rent | $4,195$5/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 92024
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Ocean Knoll Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Oak Crest Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 9/10La Costa Canyon High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi



