
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scripps Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (15 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the Scripps Ranch area of San Diego.


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Scripps Ranch, San Diego, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scripps Ranch?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Scripps Ranch Studio Apartments | $2,042 | $1,995 | $2,090 |
Scripps Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,819 | $1,865 | $6,010 |
Scripps Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,966 | $2,205 | $4,753 |
Scripps Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,834 | $2,995 | $4,969 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Scripps Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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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 *$1200 Off* priced from $1,865. Carlton Heights Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,912. Here are the most affordable Scripps Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Sycamore *$1200 Off* | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
Carlton Heights Villas | 1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET | 1BR,1BA | $1,912 |
Mira Monte | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,096 |
The Oaks Apartments | 1 BDRM/1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
Maya Linda Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA
As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scripps Ranch area is the $2.50 price per square foot Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Carlton Ridge in the in the Prospect Glen neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Scripps Ranch apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated Model at Sofi Westview starting at $3,617 with a $3.14 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Carlton Ridge | Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Sofi Westview | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath B Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
Carroll Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.82 |
Hourglass Park Apartments | CA | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Elan Scripps Terrace | Allure | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
Arbors Apartments | Beechwood | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.99 |
Allure at Scripps Ranch | Maple | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
Gold Coast Apartments | Terraces | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
The Oaks Apartments | 1 BDRM/1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
The Sycamore *$1200 Off* | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
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Getting Around the Scripps Ranch Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
29 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scripps Ranch Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Scripps Ranch?
The cheapest apartment in Scripps Ranch is The Sycamore *$1200 Off* which is listed at $1,865, while the average apartment in Scripps Ranch costs $3,891.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Scripps Ranch?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Scripps Ranch that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Scripps Ranch?
Cheap apartments in Scripps Ranch have an average cost of $1,224 which is $2,667 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Scripps Ranch.
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