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Rancho Santa Fe, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Pricing Updated: 05/23/2025

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

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fairbanks Ranch$100,000$4,15015
Pacific Highlands$100,000$1,61045

Cheapest Available Rancho Santa Fe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rancho Santa Fe, CA is a Studio unit found at Azure Point at Encinitas in the Olivenhain neighborhood priced from $1,649. Encinitas Senior Living in the Olivenhain neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rancho Santa Fe apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Azure Point at EncinitasStudio - S1Studio,1BA$1,649
Encinitas Senior LivingStudio - S1Studio,1BA$1,795
Terraces at Del MarStudioStudio,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

As of May 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Fe area is the $3.50 price per square foot 3 bedroom, 2 bath Model at 608 N Rios Ave in the in the North Rios neighborhood starting from $6,995. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Fe apartment is the Del Mar Model at Deerwood starting at $3,663 with a $3.07 price per square foot in the Rancho Bernardo 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.
608 N Rios Ave3 bedroom, 2 bath3BR,2BA$3.50
DeerwoodDel Mar3BR,2BA$3.07
Elan Pacifico EncinitasAllure2BR,2BA$2.91
Elan Seacrest EncinitasPrimo2BR,1BA$2.70
Elan Alicante La CostaAllure2BR,2BA$2.75
Ritz ColonyWaterford Two Bedroom (Available Now)2BR,2BA$2.99
The Resort at Encinitas Luxury Apartment HomesPlan D Upstairs1BR,1BA$3.44
Del Mar RidgePinnacle1BR,1BA$3.38
Elan Cardiff By The Sea1 Bedroom 1 Bath 11A1BR,1BA$3.09
La Terraza ApartmentsMarbella A1BR,1BA$3.39

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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 54 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,649 to $10,000. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Santa Fe ranging from $3,195 to $100,000.

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 $3,195 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $26,797.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.