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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Pricing Updated: 08/21/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Rancho Santa Fe, CA area range in price from $2,768 to $10,656 with an overall median price of $4,044. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Rancho Santa Fe Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Pacific Highlands$4,032$2,768105
Fairbanks Ranch$4,182$3,1789

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA and Nearby

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Fe area is the $3.90 price per square foot C1 3x2 Model at Avino in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $4,697. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Fe apartment is the B3 2x2 Model at Altura starting at $4,098 with a $3.67 price per square foot in the Torrey Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Santa Fe apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
AvinoC1 3x23BR,2BA$3.90
AlturaB3 2x22BR,2BA$3.67
Elan Alicante La Costa2x22BR,2BA$3.25
Palma de la Reina Apartments2 BR / 2 BA2BR,2BA$3.76
DeerwoodAvalon2BR,1BA$3.21
Del Mar RidgePinnacle1BR,1BA$3.86
Carmel CreekPlan 1E1BR,1BA$3.73
La Terraza ApartmentsMarbella A1BR,1BA$3.39
Cresterra ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$3.78
Terraces at Del MarOne Bedroom Plan A1BR,1BA$3.86

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 57 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,799 to $9,298. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Santa Fe ranging from $2,650 to $50,000.

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 $2,650 to $50,000 with an average monthly rent of $18,084.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rancho Santa Fe?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rancho Santa Fe range from $3,245 to $9,298, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $8,995 to $35,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,750.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.