Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (12 Rentals)

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Fairbanks Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairbanks Square

16050 Potomac Ridge RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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17161 Alva Rd
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17161 Alva Rd

17161 Alva RdSan Diego, CA 92127

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 Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ priced from $1,690. The Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,215. Here are the most affordable Rancho Bernardo apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Upgraded - s1uStudio,1BA$1,690
The HillsThe Sierras2BR,1BA$2,215
Pacifica Poway - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom - D1BR,1BA$2,250
RB Racquet Club ApartmentsSan Diegan1BR,1BA$2,250
The Villas at Camino BernardoPalmilla1BR,1BA$2,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Bernardo, CA

As of February 12, 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 Cuyamacas Model at The Hills starting at $3,473 with a $3.04 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 Cuyamacas3BR,2BA$3.04
DeerwoodAvalon2BR,1BA$3.03
The Reserve at 4S RanchCedar1BR,1BA$4.31
Bernardo CrestAspen1BR,1BA$3.35
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$3.34
RB Racquet Club ApartmentsSan Diegan1BR,1BA$3.46
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Upgraded - s1uStudio ,1BA$3.61

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA

Ranked #111

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rancho Bernardo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rancho Bernardo is at Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ listed at $1,690.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Bernardo Apartment is $2,005 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 $2,215 at The Hills.

What is the most affordable Rancho Bernardo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rancho Bernardo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at La Terraza Apartments and starts from $3,245.

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