Cheap Homes for Rent in Scripps Ranch Neighborhood of San Diego, CA from $900 (11 Rentals)

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property at 10232 Black Mountain Rd

$1,850

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$1,850

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$1,850

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10232 Black Mountain Rd, Unit 94

10232 Black Mountain Rd
San DiegoCA92126

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property at 9847 Mission Vega Rd

$2,395

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$2,395

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$2,395

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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9847 Mission Vega Rd, Unit #2

9847 Mission Vega Rd
SanteeCA92071
property at 10840 Scripps Ranch Blvd

$2,500

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$2,500

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$2,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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10840 Scripps Ranch Blvd

San DiegoCA92131

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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 $1,715. The Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,800. Here are the most affordable Scripps Ranch apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$1,715
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath Split Level1BR,1BA$1,800
Mira MontePlan 1A1BR,1BA$1,947
Carroll ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,950
Carlton Heights Villas1 BEDROOM 565 SQUARE FEET1BR,1BA$1,970

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA

As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scripps Ranch area is the $3.03 price per square foot 3 Bedrooms 2 Bath (A) Renovated Model at Sofi Highlands in the in the Mira Mesa neighborhood starting from $3,877. 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$3.03
Carlton Ridge *1st Month Free OAC*Renovated 3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$2.50
Ascent at Campus LifeC23BR,2.5BA$3.08
Arbors ApartmentsMagnolia3BR,2BA$3.07
Sofi Westview2 Bedroom 2 Bath A Renovated2BR,2BA$3.26
Carroll ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.82
Parklane Apartments — Modern Living in Mira Mesa1/1 Balcony1BR,1BA$3.05
The Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.10
Welcome home to Lake View Park!1/1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$3.08
The SycamorePlan A1BR,1BA$2.89

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Scripps Ranch, San Diego, CA

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Scripps Ranch

What type of rentals are currently available in Scripps Ranch?

There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Scripps Ranch, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,715 to $5,300. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scripps Ranch ranging from $925 to $5,950.

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 $925 to $5,950 with an average monthly rent of $3,227.

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 $2,400 to $5,265, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $4,690. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $925 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,300.

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