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Rancho Santa Fe, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Rancho Santa Fe?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rancho Santa Fe 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,127 | $4,200 | $9,995 |
Rancho Santa Fe 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,081 | $4,600 | $10,000+ |
Rancho Santa Fe 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $10,340 | $5,400 | $10,000+ |
Rancho Santa Fe 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,661 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Rancho Santa Fe 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $28,083 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Rancho Santa Fe 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Rancho Santa Fe, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rancho Santa Fe Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Fairbanks Ranch | $100,000 | $1,800 | 146 |
Pacific Highlands | $100,000 | $1,200 | 480 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Fe area is the $2.50 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Vista La Costa in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $5,050. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Fe apartment is the Allure Model at Elan Alicante La Costa starting at $2,962 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Dejong neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Santa Fe apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Vista La Costa | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.50 |
Elan Alicante La Costa | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
Elan Seacrest Encinitas | Primo | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Ocean Crest | The Catalina with loft | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Park Place Apartments | Default 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
Deerwood | Avalon | 2BR,1BA | $3.26 |
Del Mar Ridge | Pinnacle | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
Elan Cardiff By The Sea | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.25 |
La Terraza Apartments | Marbella A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
Ritz Colony | Lafayette One Bedroom (No Availability) | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho Santa Fe
What type of rentals are currently available in Rancho Santa Fe?
There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,649 to $10,000. There are also 44 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Santa Fe ranging from $3,500 to $100,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rancho Santa Fe?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rancho Santa Fe ranges from $3,500 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $27,349.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.