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

15353 Maturin Dr

The Hills

Bernardo Crest

12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo
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Legacy Hills at Poway 55+
Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Bernardo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rancho Bernardo Studio Apartments | $1,748 | $1,725 | $1,865 |
Rancho Bernardo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,835 | $2,200 | $3,841 |
Rancho Bernardo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,274 | $2,322 | $5,029 |
Rancho Bernardo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,853 | $3,245 | $6,479 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bella Vista | 17059 - Studio w/ Kitchenette & Balcony | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ | Studio Large - s2 | Studio,1BA | $1,865 |
RB Racquet Club Apartments | San Diegan | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2,322 |
Bernardo Crest | Aspen | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Hills | The Sierras | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Deerwood | Avalon | 2BR,1BA | $3.10 |
Ventana Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
The Reserve at 4S Ranch | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $3.82 |
Bernardo Crest | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
La Terraza Apartments | Marbella A | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
12015 Alta Carmel Court, Unit RB Condo | 12015 Alta Carmel Court | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
RB Racquet Club Apartments | San Diegan | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Overlook at Bernardo Heights | Madrid | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
Legacy Hills at Poway 55+ | Studio Large - s2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.99 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet 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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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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