Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (7 Rentals)

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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairbanks Square

16050 Potomac Ridge RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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17161 Alva Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

17161 Alva Rd

17161 Alva RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho Bernardo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho Bernardo area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Bella Vista priced from $1,595. Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,865. Here are the most affordable Rancho Bernardo apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bella VistaNewly Renovated Studio w/ KitchenetteStudio,1BA$1,595
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio,1BA$1,865
Pacifica Poway - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom - D1BR,1BA$1,995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Bernardo, CA

As of April 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Bernardo area is the $4.17 price per square foot 1548 W Via Rancho Pkwy Model at 1548 W Via Rancho Pkwy, Unit A in the in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood starting from $7,500. The second greatest value Rancho Bernardo apartment is the The Sierras Model at The Hills starting at $2,676 with a $2.78 price per square foot in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Bernardo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1548 W Via Rancho Pkwy, Unit A1548 W Via Rancho Pkwy3BR,3BA$4.17
The HillsThe Sierras2BR,1BA$2.78
DeerwoodAvalon2BR,1BA$3.03
Bernardo CrestAspen1BR,1BA$3.37
La Terraza ApartmentsMarbella A1BR,1BA$3.39
12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo12015 Alta Carmel Court1BR,1BA$3.41
The Villas at Camino BernardoPalmilla1BR,1BA$3.50
The Reserve at 4S RanchAspen1BR,1BA$3.80
RB Racquet Club ApartmentsSan Diegan1BR,1BA$3.46
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio ,1BA$3.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA

Ranked #116

Among neighborhoods in San Diego, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho Bernardo Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Bernardo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Bernardo Apartment is $1,980 at Legacy Hills at Poway 55+.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho Bernardo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho Bernardo is starting from $2,575 at RB Racquet Club Apartments.

What is the most affordable Rancho Bernardo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rancho Bernardo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Hills and starts from $3,035.

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