Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (10 Rentals)

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Fairbanks Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fairbanks Square

16050 Potomac Ridge RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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The Boulders
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Boulders

17161 Alva RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rancho Bernardo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho Bernardo area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Bella Vista priced from $1,575. Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,865. Here are the most affordable Rancho Bernardo apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bella VistaNewly Renovated Studio w/ KitchenetteStudio,1BA$1,575
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio,1BA$1,865
Gateway Park - 55+ Active Adult ApartmentsOne Bedroom - A1BR,1BA$2,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Bernardo, CA

As of October 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Bernardo area is the $2.87 price per square foot The Cuyamacas Model at The Hills in the in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood starting from $3,276. The second greatest value Rancho Bernardo apartment is the Sycamore Model at Bernardo Crest starting at $3,587 with a $3.57 price per square foot in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Bernardo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The HillsThe Cuyamacas3BR,2BA$2.87
Bernardo CrestSycamore3BR,2BA$3.57
DeerwoodAvalon2BR,1BA$2.95
Overlook at Bernardo HeightsBarcelona2BR,1BA$3.41
La Serena ApartmentsOne Bedroom - One Bathroom1BR,1BA$3.38
RB Racquet Club ApartmentsSan Diegan1BR,1BA$3.38
Sola at Pacific Highlands RanchA11BR,1BA$4.96
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio ,1BA$3.99
Bella VistaNewly Renovated Studio w/ Kitchenette & BalconyStudio ,1BA$5.08

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA

Ranked #81

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

Walk Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

24 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho Bernardo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Rancho Bernardo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Rancho Bernardo is at Bella Vista listed at $1,575.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Bernardo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Bernardo Apartment is $2,195 at Gateway Park - 55+ Active Adult Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho Bernardo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho Bernardo is starting from $2,345 at The Hills.

What is the most affordable Rancho Bernardo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rancho Bernardo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Deerwood and starts from $3,192.

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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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