Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scripps Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (29 Rentals)

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Carroll Apartments
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$1,950 - $3,200
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 22

Carroll Apartments

9494 Carroll Canyon RdSan Diego, CA 92126
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Legacy
$2,580 - $8,190
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Legacy

9320 Hillery DrSan Diego, CA 92126
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Ascent at Campus Life
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$2,720 - $4,027
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Ascent at Campus Life

9890 Graduate DrivewaySan Diego, CA 92131
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Mirabella Point
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mirabella Point

10006-10076 Maya Linda RdSan Diego, CA 92126

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The Oaks Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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 $1,765. The Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here are the most affordable Scripps Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$1,765
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level1BR,1BA$1,925
Carlton Heights Villas1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET1BR,1BA$1,935
Mira MontePlan 1A1BR,1BA$2,047
Hourglass Park Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath Upstairs + Patio1BR,1BA$2,178
MontanosaWindward1BR,1BA$2,457
LegacyA Vintage 629 SF1BR,1BA$2,538
Parklane Apartments2/1 Remodel2BR,1BA$2,575
The HubPlan A11BR,1BA$2,766
Arbors ApartmentsSycamore2BR,2BA$2,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA

As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scripps Ranch area is the $3.26 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated Model at Sofi Westview in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,751. The second greatest value Scripps Ranch apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Carroll Apartments starting at $3,000 with a $2.78 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.
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated2BR,2BA$3.26
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
Parklane Apartments3/23BR,2BA$3.13
Sofi Highlands2 Bedroom 2 Baths (A) Renovated2BR,2BA$3.16
Arbors ApartmentsBeechwood2BR,1.5BA$3.17
Casa Mira View ApartmentsCMV II - Panzano1BR,1BA$3.13
Mira MontePlan 1A1BR,1BA$3.21
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level1BR,1BA$3.24
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$2.97
Carlton Heights Villas1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET1BR,1BA$3.42

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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across California and customized analysis for Northeast San Diego. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scripps Ranch Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scripps Ranch Apartment is $1,765 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 $2,479 at Mira Monte.

What is the most affordable Scripps Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Scripps Ranch Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Carroll Apartments and starts from $3,000.

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