Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scripps Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (19 Rentals)

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9585 Gold Coast DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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The Oaks Apartments

9205 Carlton Oaks DrSantee, CA 92071
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Scripps Ranch, San Diego, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Scripps Ranch Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Scripps Ranch area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Sycamore priced from $1,715. Mira Monte has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,889. Here are the most affordable Scripps Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$1,715
Mira MontePlan SAStudio,1BA$1,889
Maya Linda ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,945
Carlton Heights Villas1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET1BR,1BA$1,955
Hourglass Park ApartmentsAA1BR,1BA$2,198

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA

As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scripps Ranch area is the $2.33 price per square foot Staged Apartment Model at Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* in the in the Prospect Glen neighborhood starting from $2,795. The second greatest value Scripps Ranch apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Baths (A) Renovated Model at Sofi Highlands starting at $3,263 with a $3.27 price per square foot in the Mira Mesa neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scripps Ranch apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Staged Apartment3BR,2BA$2.33
Sofi Highlands2 Bedroom 2 Baths (A) Renovated2BR,2BA$3.27
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath A Renovated2BR,2BA$3.39
Gold Coast ApartmentsHampton Remodel2BR,2BA$2.92
Arbors ApartmentsAmberwood2BR,2BA$3.11
Casa Mira View ApartmentsReserve - 1B1BR,1BA$3.26
Allure at Scripps RanchMaple1BR,1BA$3.29
Carroll ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.82
MontanosaCardenas1BR,1BA$3.41
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$2.89

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scripps Ranch Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Scripps Ranch?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Scripps Ranch is at Mira Monte listed at $1,889.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scripps Ranch Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scripps Ranch Apartment is $1,715 at The Sycamore.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scripps Ranch Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scripps Ranch is starting from $2,400 at Carroll Apartments.

What is the most affordable Scripps Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Scripps Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* and starts from $2,795.

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