Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rancho Encantada Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (11 Rentals)
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Rancho Encantada, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rancho Encantada?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Encantada Studio Apartments | $2,467 | $2,435 | $2,500 |
| Rancho Encantada 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,823 | $2,245 | $3,375 |
| Rancho Encantada 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,074 | $2,449 | $3,395 |
| Rancho Encantada 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,970 | $2,770 | $3,170 |
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There are currently 11 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 $2,085. Haven Poway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,149. 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 | $2,085 |
| Haven Poway | 1Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,149 |
| The Quincy | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,245 |
| West Village Poway Apartments | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,435 |
| La Privada Valle Poway | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,449 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rancho Encantada, CA
As of December 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rancho Encantada area is the $2.83 price per square foot 2BD/1.5BA Model at La Privada Valle Poway in the in the Carmel Mountain neighborhood starting from $2,449. The second greatest value Rancho Encantada apartment is the 2B/2B Model at The Magnolia starting at $2,595 with a $3.00 price per square foot in the Esmeralda 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Privada Valle Poway | 2BD/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.83 |
| The Magnolia | 2B/2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| Sofi Poway | Laurel (Upgraded) | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| West Village Poway Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.05 |
| Haven Poway | 1Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| The Quincy | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.79 |
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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 $2,093 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 $2,409 at Sofi Poway.
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