
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Encantada Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (12 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Encantada?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Encantada Studio Apartments | $2,420 | $2,420 | $2,420 |
| Rancho Encantada 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,797 | $2,245 | $3,090 |
| Rancho Encantada 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,967 | $2,395 | $3,325 |
| Rancho Encantada 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,496 | $2,770 | $4,605 |
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Cheapest Available Rancho Encantada Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rancho Encantada area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sofi Poway priced from $2,321. Haven Poway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here are the most affordable Rancho Encantada apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sofi Poway | Willow (Upgraded) | 1BR,1BA | $2,321 |
| Haven Poway | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,650 |
| The Sands | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
| West Village Poway Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2,910 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Encantada, CA
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho Encantada area is the $3.22 price per square foot Sycamore (Upgraded) Model at Sofi Poway in the in the Esmeralda neighborhood starting from $3,349. The second greatest value Rancho Encantada apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Sands starting at $2,795 with a $2.94 price per square foot in the Carmel Mountain neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rancho Encantada apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sofi Poway | Sycamore (Upgraded) | 3BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| The Sands | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| West Village Poway Apartments | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| Haven Poway | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.14 |
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