
Cheap Homes for Rent in Carmel Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,900 (10 Rentals)
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12362 Carmel Country Rd, Unit 304

3877 Pell Pl

3850 Elijah Ct

3887 Pell Pl
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7315 Calle Cristobal

3540 Caminito El Rincon

3601 Bernwood Pl

12580 Carmel Creek Rd

3539 Caminito El Rincon
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Carmel Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel Valley 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,607 | $1,994 | $6,600 |
| Carmel Valley 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,021 | $3,850 | $9,500 |
| Carmel Valley 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,518 | $5,995 | $10,000+ |
| Carmel Valley 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,349 | $6,950 | $7,899 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Carmel Valley Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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Cheapest Available Carmel Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carmel Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Club Torrey Pines priced from $2,768. Torrey Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $3,095. Here are the most affordable Carmel Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,768 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Merida | 1BR,1BA | $3,095 |
| Westbrook Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carmel Valley area is the $2.79 price per square foot Belmont Model at Del Mar Ridge in the in the Torrey Hills neighborhood starting from $3,670. The second greatest value Carmel Valley apartment is the Plan 7 Model at Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes starting at $3,695 with a $3.17 price per square foot in the Torrey Pines neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carmel Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Mar Ridge | Belmont | 2BR,2BA | $2.79 |
| Torrey Ridge Apartment Homes | Plan 7 | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| Avino | B5 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.86 |
| Ocean Air | B1.B2 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| Signature Point | AR | 2BR,2BA | $4.33 |
| Westbrook Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.41 |
| Altura | A3 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.96 |
| Carmel Creek | Plan 1E | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| Torrey Gardens Apartments | Messina | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
| The Club Torrey Pines | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.61 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarmel Valley, San Diego, CA
Ranked #59
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Carmel Valley, San Diego, CA
Torrey Pines High
Carmel Valley Middle
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What type of rentals are currently available in Carmel Valley?
There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in Carmel Valley, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,512 to $10,312. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carmel Valley ranging from $1,994 to $10,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Carmel Valley?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carmel Valley ranges from $1,994 to $10,500 with an average monthly rent of $5,458.
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