Located at 116 Quail Gardens Drive in Encinitas, California, this two-bedroom, two-bathroom two-story home offers a practical and comfortable layout spread across two floors. The main level features a bright, open living room with warm wood-style plank flooring and clean white walls that create a light, neutral atmosphere. A carpeted staircase leads to the upper level, where the bedrooms are situated. The kitchen is well-equipped with white cabinetry, dark speckled countertops, a double-basin sink, a dishwasher, and a white range, with a window above the sink allowing in natural light. Conveniently tucked nearby is an in-unit laundry area with a full-size washer and dryer. Both bathrooms feature cream cabinetry, dark granite-style countertops, wide vanity mirrors, and windows that bring in additional natural light. The bedrooms are carpeted and offer a calm, neutral setting, with the primary bedroom providing a generous sense of space and a built-in closet with shelving. The secondary bedroom also includes a built-in closet. Throughout the home, white walls, wood-style flooring on the lower level, and plush carpet upstairs contribute to a clean, move-in-ready aesthetic suited to comfortable everyday living.
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Total Monthly Price
$2,495 - $3,548
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Bedrooms
1 - 2 bd
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Bathrooms
1 - 2 ba
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Square Feet
540 - 1,025 sq ft
Elan Playa Mar Apartment Homes for rent in Encinitas, CA is a coastal beach-style community. While residing with us, you will enjoy panoramic views of breathtaking coastal lines, hillside cool ocean breezes, and world-class beaches like the Moonlight State Beach. Coupled with a convenient location and spectacular sunsets, our residents settle in nicely and enjoy nature's beauty and grandeur.The community offers two story spacious townhomes and large one bedroom apartment homes, each with convenient full-size washers and dryers, private patios, upgraded kitchens, and master suites with private baths and ample storage. This property has lush matured landscape, a fitness center, private garages with electric openers, assigned parking, and friendly on-site Staff with full-time emergency Maintenance to meet all your maintenance needs. Elan Playa Mar welcomes cats and dogs; please see our pet policy as some restrictions may apply. Apartment Management Consultants, Broker License # 01525033
Highlights
- Walk-In Closets
- Deck
- Gated
- Balcony
- Views
- Patio
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 220price $2,495Unit Specialsquare feet 540availibility Now
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Unit 109price $2,895Unit Specialsquare feet 1,025availibility Now
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Unit 116price $2,895Unit Specialsquare feet 1,025availibility Now
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Unit 129price $2,895Unit Specialsquare feet 1,025availibility Now
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Unit 220price $2,495Unit Specialsquare feet 540availibility Now
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Unit 109price $2,895Unit Specialsquare feet 1,025availibility Now
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Unit 116price $2,895Unit Specialsquare feet 1,025availibility Now
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Unit 129price $2,895Unit Specialsquare feet 1,025availibility Now
Fees and Policies
Details
Property Information
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Built in 1989
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50 units/2 stories
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About Elan Playa Mar
Elan Playa Mar Apartment Homes for rent in Encinitas, CA is a coastal beach-style community. While residing with us, you will enjoy panoramic views of breathtaking coastal lines, hillside cool ocean breezes, and world-class beaches like the Moonlight State Beach. Coupled with a convenient location and spectacular sunsets, our residents settle in nicely and enjoy nature's beauty and grandeur.The community offers two story spacious townhomes and large one bedroom apartment homes, each with convenient full-size washers and dryers, private patios, upgraded kitchens, and master suites with private baths and ample storage. This property has lush matured landscape, a fitness center, private garages with electric openers, assigned parking, and friendly on-site Staff with full-time emergency Maintenance to meet all your maintenance needs. Elan Playa Mar welcomes cats and dogs; please see our pet policy as some restrictions may apply. Apartment Management Consultants, Broker License # 01525033
Elan Playa Mar is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92024 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Dieguito Union High School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
Gated
24 Hour Access
- Laundry Facilities
- 24 Hour Access
- Online Services
- Fitness Center
- Gated
Apartment Features
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
High Speed Internet Access
Walk-In Closets
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Disposal
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
Model Details
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Views
- Skylights
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
Encinitas spans 19 square miles along Southern California's coastline, offering a perfect mix of beach town atmosphere and coastal living. From beachfront properties to inland residential communities, the area provides diverse housing options. Current rental trends show one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,536, while two-bedroom units typically command $2,988. The historic downtown district along Coast Highway 101 features independent shops, restaurants, and the restored La Paloma Theatre, while neighborhoods like Cardiff-by-the-Sea and Leucadia maintain their individual character with tree-lined streets and local art scenes.
The city is renowned for its outdoor recreation, particularly at Swami's Beach, one of California's premier surfing destinations featured in The Beach Boys' "Surfin' U.S.A." The San Diego Botanic Garden showcases the region's diverse plant life, while Moonlight Beach hosts community events including the annual Switchfoot Bro-Am surf competition.
Learn more about living in Encinitas- Laundry Facilities
- 24 Hour Access
- Online Services
- Gated
- Fitness Center
- High Speed Internet Access
- Washer/Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Ceiling Fans
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Tub/Shower
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Views
- Skylights
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
- Balcony
- Patio
- Deck
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 6pm |
| Sunday | 9am - 6pm |
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 23 min | 11.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 12.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 12.8 mi |
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Transportation options available in Encinitas include Palomar College, located 11.4 miles from Elan Playa Mar. Elan Playa Mar is near San Diego International, located 24.7 miles or 32 minutes away.
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Drive: | 21 min | 11.4 mi |
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Drive: | 23 min | 12.1 mi |
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Drive: | 24 min | 12.7 mi |
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Drive: | 22 min | 13.6 mi |
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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.6 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 5.8 mi |
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Drive: | 16 min | 10.0 mi |
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Drive: | 16 min | 11.7 mi |
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 32 min | 24.7 mi |
Time and distance from Elan Playa Mar.
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| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi |
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Moonlight State Beach
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Drive: | 2 min | 1.2 mi |
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San Diego Botanic Garden
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.2 mi |
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Leucadia State Beach
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.4 mi |
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San Elijo State Beach
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.0 mi |
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San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and Nature Center
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.2 mi |
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 19 min | 13.9 mi |
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 34 min | 23.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 34 min | 25.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 40 min | 27.3 mi |
Elan Playa Mar Photos
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Elan Playa Mar
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2BR, 2BA - 1025SF
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Monument
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Models
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedrooms
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Floor Plans
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1BR/1BA
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2BR/2BA
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Elan Playa Mar has units with in‑unit washers and dryers, making laundry day simple for residents.
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Contact this property for parking details.
Elan Playa Mar has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,495/mo. to $3,548/mo.
Elan Playa Mar does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,495 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $99,800 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.
Elan Playa Mar is offering Specials on select units, with rental rates starting at $2,495.
Yes! Elan Playa Mar offers 1 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.
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