Cheap Homes for Rent in Rancho Bernardo Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $2,000 (17 Rentals)

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17161 Alva Rd

San DiegoCA92127

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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
Bernardo CrestAspen1BR,1BA$2,339
The HillsThe Sierras2BR,1BA$2,342

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Bernardo, CA

As of August 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Bernardo area is the $3.01 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Two Bathroom Model at La Serena Apartments in the in the Rancho Bernardo neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value Rancho Bernardo apartment is the Madera Model at The Villas at Camino Bernardo starting at $2,699 with a $2.79 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.
La Serena ApartmentsTwo Bedroom - Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$3.01
The Villas at Camino BernardoMadera2BR,2BA$2.79
The HillsThe Sierras2BR,1BA$2.43
DeerwoodAvalon2BR,1BA$3.10
Bernardo CrestAspen1BR,1BA$3.14
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

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rancho Bernardo

What type of rentals are currently available in Rancho Bernardo?

There are currently 42 Apartments for Rent in Rancho Bernardo, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,725 to $19,500. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rancho Bernardo ranging from $2,000 to $14,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rancho Bernardo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rancho Bernardo ranges from $2,000 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,745.

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