
Cheap Homes for Rent in Poway, CA from $2,400 (20 Rentals)
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12743 Larchmont St

15363 Maturin Dr

10373 Azuaga St

10750 Sabre Hill Dr
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12055 Alta Carmel Ct

10062 Paseo Montril

10022 Paseo Montril

18563 Caminito Pasadero

12083 Alta Carmel Ct, Unit 28

12232 Rancho Bernardo Rd

15008 Avenida Venusto
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11349 Avenida De Los Lobos

17456 Fairlie Rd

11992 Tivoli Park Row
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11902 Paseo Lucido, Unit 140

10331 Azuaga St

12132 Royal Birkdale Row

11890 Cypress Canyon Rd

10303 Azuaga St, Unit 13
Poway, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Poway?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Poway 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,445 | $2,700 | $4,900 |
Poway 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,187 | $3,495 | $5,195 |
Poway 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,310 | $4,085 | $10,000+ |
Poway 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,288 | $5,288 | $5,288 |
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Cheapest Available Poway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Poway, CA is a Studio unit found at Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood priced from $1,865. Pomerado Gardens Apartments in the Sabre Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Poway apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ | Studio Large - s2 | Studio,1BA | $1,865 |
Pomerado Gardens Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Remodeled | 1BR,1BA | $2,000 |
The Quincy | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,095 |
Poway Parkview | 1/1 Up | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Oak Creek | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Poway, CA
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Poway area is the $3.01 price per square foot The Cuyamacas Model at The Hills in the in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood starting from $3,437. The second greatest value Poway apartment is the C1 Market Rate Model at Canyon Rim Apartments starting at $3,300 with a $3.10 price per square foot in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Poway apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Hills | The Cuyamacas | 3BR,2BA | $3.01 |
Canyon Rim Apartments | C1 Market Rate | 3BR,2BA | $3.10 |
Sofi Poway | Sycamore (Upgraded) | 3BR,2BA | $3.15 |
The Sands | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.90 |
Ridgewood Village | Twin Oaks | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
Cresta Bella | Amalfi | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Rancho Villas | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Countryside Apartments | Sage | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
Penasquitos Point | Cerritos | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
Oak Creek | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Poway
What type of rentals are currently available in Poway?
There are currently 102 Apartments for Rent in Poway, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,865 to $5,163. There are also 70 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Poway ranging from $2,400 to $12,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Poway?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Poway ranges from $2,400 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,376.
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