
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scripps Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (14 Rentals)
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9522 Carroll Canyon Rd

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Mira Monte

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9510 Carroll Canyon Rd

9528 Carroll Canyon Rd

The Sycamore

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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 | $2,098 | $2,000 | $2,177 |
Scripps Ranch 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,755 | $1,865 | $4,489 |
Scripps Ranch 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,024 | $2,205 | $4,714 |
Scripps Ranch 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,845 | $2,995 | $5,294 |
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There are currently 14 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 priced from $1,865. Carlton Heights Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,975. 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 | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $1,865 |
Carlton Heights Villas | 1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET | 1BR,1BA | $1,975 |
Mira Monte | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,189 |
Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF* | 2 x 1 upstairs | 2BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Montanosa | Windward | 1BR,1BA | $2,387 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scripps Ranch area is the $2.93 price per square foot C1 Model at Ascent at Campus Life in the in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood starting from $4,006. The second greatest value Scripps Ranch apartment is the Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* starting at $2,995 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Prospect Glen 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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Ascent at Campus Life | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $2.93 |
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC* | Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.50 |
Carroll Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.78 |
Montierra | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $2.97 |
Parklane Apartments *$500 OFF* | 3x2 with balconies | 3BR,2BA | $3.03 |
Arbors Apartments | Beechwood | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.89 |
Gold Coast Apartments | Hampton Remodel | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
The Oaks Apartments | 2 BDRM/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
9929 Erma Rd, Unit 206 | 9929 Erma Rd | 2BR,2BA | $2.85 |
The Sycamore | Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.14 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Scripps Ranch Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
Walk Score®
53 / 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 which is listed at $1,865, while the average apartment in Scripps Ranch costs $4,057.
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 1 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 $573 which is $3,484 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Scripps Ranch.
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