
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 | $2,317 | $2,317 | $2,317 |
| Rancho Encantada 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,861 | $2,100 | $3,328 |
| Rancho Encantada 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,274 | $2,449 | $3,818 |
| Rancho Encantada 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,157 | $3,145 | $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 Sofi Poway priced from $2,309. Canyon View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,500. 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 | $2,309 |
| Canyon View Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $2,500 |
| Haven Poway | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,626 |
| The Quincy | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,770 |
| Elan Poway Hills | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2,770 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Encantada, CA
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rancho Encantada area is the $2.96 price per square foot Allure Model at Elan Poway Hills in the in the Carmel Mountain neighborhood starting from $2,770. The second greatest value Rancho Encantada apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at The Quincy starting at $2,770 with a $3.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Poway Hills | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.96 |
| The Quincy | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| The Magnolia | 2B/2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.56 |
| West Village Poway Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| Canyon View Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| Sofi Poway | Willow (Upgraded) | 1BR,1BA | $3.22 |
| Haven Poway | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
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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 $2,309 at Sofi Poway.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rancho Encantada Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rancho Encantada is starting from $2,500 at Canyon View Apartments.
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