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Rancho Santa Fe, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho Santa Fe Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rancho Santa Fe, CA is a Studio unit found at Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood priced from $1,645. Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult Apartments in the North Shore Cities neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rancho Santa Fe apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Encinitas Senior Living - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudio - S1Studio,1BA$1,645
Azure Point at Encinitas - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,649
The Ritz ColonyLafayette One Bedroom (Coming Soon)1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA

As of November 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Santa Fe area is the $2.57 price per square foot Surfside Model at Costa Pointe Luxury 3-4 Bedroom Townhomes in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $4,695. The second greatest value Rancho Santa Fe apartment is the Madrid D Model at La Terraza Apartments starting at $3,105 with a $2.57 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.
Costa Pointe Luxury 3-4 Bedroom TownhomesSurfside4BR,2.5BA$2.57
La Terraza ApartmentsMadrid D2BR,2BA$2.57
Elan Pacifico EncinitasAspire1BR,1BA$2.76
Carmel CreekMeridian2BR,2BA$3.26
Elan Alicante La CostaAllure2BR,2BA$3.00
Elan Cardiff By The Sea2 Bedroom 2 Baths 22A2BR,2BA$2.94
DeerwoodAvalon2BR,1BA$3.09
Del Mar RidgePinnacle1BR,1BA$3.10
Elan Seacrest EncinitasAspire I1BR,1BA$3.00
The Ritz ColonyLafayette One Bedroom (Coming Soon)1BR,1BA$3.18

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Rancho Santa Fe, CA

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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 55 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,645 to $8,899. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Santa Fe ranging from $3,100 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 $3,100 to $100,000 with an average monthly rent of $28,730.

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 $2,985 to $7,022, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $4,200 to $12,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.