
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 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,873 | $2,100 | $3,555 |
| Rancho Encantada 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,389 | $2,395 | $3,813 |
| Rancho Encantada 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $2,770 | $3,170 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rancho Encantada Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 La Privada Valle Poway priced from $2,100. Sofi Poway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,286. Here are the most affordable Rancho Encantada apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Privada Valle Poway | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Sofi Poway | Willow (Upgraded) | 1BR,1BA | $2,286 |
| The Quincy | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,375 |
| Haven Poway | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,574 |
| West Village Poway Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3,079 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Encantada, CA
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho Encantada area is the $3.16 price per square foot Sycamore (Upgraded) Model at Sofi Poway in the in the Esmeralda neighborhood starting from $3,291. The second greatest value Rancho Encantada apartment is the A1 Model at West Village Poway Apartments starting at $3,140 with a $4.08 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 | $3.16 |
| West Village Poway Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $4.08 |
| La Privada Valle Poway | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Haven Poway | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
| The Quincy | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rancho Encantada Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Encantada Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rancho Encantada Apartment is $2,100 at La Privada Valle Poway.
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