Cheap Homes for Rent in Scripps Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $1,400 (7 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 Sycamore *Move in Specials* priced from $1,865. Mira Monte has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,937. Here are the most affordable Scripps Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Sycamore *Move in Specials*Plan A1BR,1BA$1,865
Mira MonteStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,937
Carlton Heights Villas1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET1BR,1BA$2,012

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA

As of August 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scripps Ranch area is the $2.99 price per square foot C3 Model at Ascent at Campus Life in the in the Scripps Ranch neighborhood starting from $3,759. 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.
Ascent at Campus LifeC33BR,3BA$2.99
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.50
Carroll ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.78
The Oaks Apartments2 BDRM/1 BATH2BR,1BA$2.49
Arbors ApartmentsAmberwood2BR,2BA$2.98
Hourglass Park ApartmentsB2BR,1BA$2.92
Parklane Apartments2/1 Balcony2BR,1BA$3.00
Lake View Park Apartments2/2 Downstairs2BR,2BA$2.89
Gold Coast Apartments *$1,000 Off*Cypress1BR,1BA$3.17
The Sycamore *Move in Specials*Plan A1BR,1BA$3.14

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scripps Ranch

What type of rentals are currently available in Scripps Ranch?

There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,865 to $5,975. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scripps Ranch ranging from $1,450 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Scripps Ranch?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Scripps Ranch ranges from $1,450 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,894.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Scripps Ranch?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Scripps Ranch range from $2,995 to $5,829, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,525 to $4,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,275 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,975.

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