Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (11 Rentals)
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RB Racquet Club Apartments

16555 Caminito Vecinos

12071 Alta Carmel Ct

Legacy Hills at Poway 55+

Pacifica Poway - 55+ Active Adult Apartments

2613 Sunset Hills
Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Bernardo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rancho Bernardo Studio Apartments | $1,865 | $1,865 | $1,865 |
Rancho Bernardo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,890 | $1,980 | $3,672 |
Rancho Bernardo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,294 | $2,215 | $4,833 |
Rancho Bernardo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,807 | $3,207 | $7,500 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Rancho Bernardo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho Bernardo area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ priced from $1,980. Pacifica Poway - 55+ Active Adult Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Rancho Bernardo apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ | One Bedroom - a2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,980 |
Pacifica Poway - 55+ Active Adult Apartments | One Bedroom - D | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Bella Vista | XL Honeymoon Suite w/ Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2,215 |
RB Racquet Club Apartments | San Diegan | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Bernardo, CA
As of March 02, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1548 W Via Rancho Pkwy, Unit A | 1548 W Via Rancho Pkwy | 3BR,3BA | $4.17 |
The Hills | The Cuyamacas | 3BR,2BA | $3.04 |
Deerwood | Avalon | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
The Reserve at 4S Ranch | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
Bernardo Crest | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
La Terraza Apartments | Marbella A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo | 12015 Alta Carmel Court | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
The Villas at Camino Bernardo | Palmilla | 1BR,1BA | $3.34 |
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ | One Bedroom - a2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
RB Racquet Club Apartments | San Diegan | 1BR,1BA | $3.46 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,215 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 Deerwood and starts from $3,212.
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