Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scripps Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (13 Rentals)

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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 Oaks Apartments priced from $1,925. Mira Monte has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,119. Here are the most affordable Scripps Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level1BR,1BA$1,925
Mira Monte1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,119
Hourglass Park Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath Upstairs + Patio1BR,1BA$2,188
Maya Linda Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,225
LegacyA Vintage 629 SF1BR,1BA$2,254

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA

As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scripps Ranch area is the $3.10 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms 2 Bath (A) Renovated Model at Sofi Highlands in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,971. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Sofi Highlands3 Bedrooms 2 Bath (A) Renovated3BR,2BA$3.10
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.50
Ascent at Campus LifeC23BR,2.5BA$2.91
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath A Renovated2BR,2BA$3.25
Elan Scripps TerraceAllure2BR,2BA$2.50
Arbors ApartmentsAmberwood2BR,2BA$3.10
Carlton Heights Villas2 BEDROOM 920 SQUARE FEET2BR,2BA$2.86
Parklane Apartments2/1 Balcony2BR,1BA$2.91
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level1BR,1BA$3.24

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Scripps Ranch, San Diego, CA

Ranked #70

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

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.

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

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 Oaks Apartments which is listed at $1,925, while the average apartment in Scripps Ranch costs $5,300.

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 $1,099 which is $4,201 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Scripps Ranch.

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