Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,300 (13 Rentals)

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16050 Potomac Ridge RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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17161 Alva Rd
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17161 Alva Rd

17161 Alva RdSan Diego, CA 92127
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15277 Maturin Dr.
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15277 Maturin Dr.

15277 Maturin DrSan 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 $1,725. 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 Vista17059 - Studio w/ Kitchenette & BalconyStudio,1BA$1,725
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio,1BA$1,865
RB Racquet Club ApartmentsSan Diegan1BR,1BA$2,200
The HillsThe Sierras2BR,1BA$2,322
Bernardo CrestAspen1BR,1BA$2,367

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Bernardo, CA

As of August 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Bernardo area is the $2.41 price per square foot The Sierras Model at The Hills in the in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood starting from $2,322. The second greatest value Rancho Bernardo apartment is the Avalon Model at Deerwood starting at $2,794 with a $3.10 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 Sierras2BR,1BA$2.41
DeerwoodAvalon2BR,1BA$3.10
Ventana Apartments1x11BR,1BA$3.13
The Reserve at 4S RanchCedar1BR,1BA$3.82
Bernardo CrestAspen1BR,1BA$3.18
La Terraza ApartmentsMarbella A1BR,1BA$3.39
12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo12015 Alta Carmel Court1BR,1BA$3.41
RB Racquet Club ApartmentsSan Diegan1BR,1BA$3.38
Overlook at Bernardo HeightsMadrid1BR,1BA$4.00
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+Studio Large - s2Studio ,1BA$3.99

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA

Ranked #78

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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 $1,725.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Bernardo Apartment is $2,200 at RB Racquet Club 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 $2,322 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 $3,253.

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