
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Carmel Mountain Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,300 (7 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Carmel Mountain Ranch?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel Mountain Ranch 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,224 | $2,700 | $4,500 |
| Carmel Mountain Ranch 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,249 | $3,900 | $4,750 |
| Carmel Mountain Ranch 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,011 | $4,190 | $6,790 |
| Carmel Mountain Ranch 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,048 | $4,650 | $6,995 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carmel Mountain Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carmel Mountain Ranch Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carmel Mountain Ranch area of San Diego, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Hills priced from $2,165. Windsor Rancho PQ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,383. Here are the most affordable Carmel Mountain Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2,165 |
| Windsor Rancho PQ | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,383 |
| Overlook at Bernardo Heights | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $2,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Mountain Ranch, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel Mountain Ranch area is the $3.33 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Bernardo Crest in the in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood starting from $3,309. The second greatest value Carmel Mountain Ranch apartment is the Bradford Model at The Courtyards Pacific Village starting at $3,305 with a $3.40 price per square foot in the Rancho Penasquitos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel Mountain Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bernardo Crest | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $3.33 |
| The Courtyards Pacific Village | Bradford | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Carmel Summit | Solana | 2BR,2BA | $3.69 |
| Deerwood | Avalon | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| La Terraza Apartments | Marbella A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| The Villas at Camino Bernardo | Palmilla | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
| Jefferson at Carmel Mountain Ranch | Renovated A2 | 1BR,1BA | $4.37 |
| Carmel Terrace | Camellia | 1BR,1BA | $4.25 |
| Overlook at Bernardo Heights | Seville | 1BR,1BA | $4.52 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Carmel Mountain Ranch?
There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in Carmel Mountain Ranch, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,600 to $7,010. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carmel Mountain Ranch ranging from $2,399 to $6,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carmel Mountain Ranch?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carmel Mountain Ranch ranges from $2,399 to $6,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,186.
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