Cheap Homes for Rent in Black Mountain Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,800 (10 Rentals)

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Black Mountain Ranch, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Black Mountain Ranch Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Black Mountain Ranch area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Penasquitos Point priced from $1,700. The Royal of Rancho Penasquitos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,495. Here are the most affordable Black Mountain Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Penasquitos PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
The Royal of Rancho Penasquitos7, 8, 9, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 261BR,1BA$2,495
FoliaA11BR,1BA$3,175

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Black Mountain Ranch, CA

As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Black Mountain Ranch area is the $4.03 price per square foot B1 2x2 Model at Avino in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $3,653. The second greatest value Black Mountain Ranch apartment is the Cerritos Model at Penasquitos Point starting at $2,174 with a $2.97 price per square foot in the Torrey Highlands neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Black Mountain Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
AvinoB1 2x22BR,2BA$4.03
Penasquitos PointCerritos1BR,1BA$2.97
FoliaA11BR,1BA$4.46
The Royal of Rancho Penasquitos7, 8, 9, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 261BR,1BA$3.71

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Black Mountain Ranch, San Diego, CA

Ranked #69

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Black Mountain Ranch

What type of rentals are currently available in Black Mountain Ranch?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Black Mountain Ranch, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,700 to $10,889. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Black Mountain Ranch ranging from $1,825 to $13,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Black Mountain Ranch?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Black Mountain Ranch ranges from $1,825 to $13,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,186.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Black Mountain Ranch?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Black Mountain Ranch range from $2,629 to $5,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,895 to $4,580. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,723.

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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Top 10 Most Affordable Neighborhoods in San Diego: A Local Real Estate Expert Guide

Written by: Hayden Goldberg

Aloha! I’m Hayden, your local San Diego Realtor and relocation expert with ApartmentHomeLiving.com.

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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.