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Rancho Santa Fe, CA Homes for Rent

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    $20,500 Per Month

    • 6 Beds
    • 6.5 Baths
    • 6,936 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7187 Via de Maya, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92127

    Experience Unmatched Luxury and Serenity in Rancho Santa Fe Escape to privacy, security, and tranquility in this breathtaking Rancho Santa Fe Covenant estate. Set on nearly 3 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, this luxurious retreat features a 5-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom main residence and a detached 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom guest house. A new HVAC system with hospital-grade filtration ensures

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    Beth Davidson

    Luxury Coast Grp Barry Estates

    (855) 453-1604

    7187 Via de Maya, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92127
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    Starting at $3,775 Per Month

    • 2 Beds

    5533 Cancha de Golf, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

    Welcome home to the completely new Palma de la Reina Apartments in beautiful Rancho Santa Fe. Perfectly located near Del Mar and Carmel Valley, we offer residents exceptional comfort and convenience in the fabulous resort community of Whispering Palms. Our luxury apartment homes feature craftsman style designs with on-site service that is suited to meet all your living needs. Minutes from the

    Palma de la Reina Apartments

    (858) 504-2862

    5533 Cancha de Golf, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
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    $10,995 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,700 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    6224 Los Naranjos Ct, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Charming Single-Level Ranch Home with Detached Guest House in Rancho Santa Fe. Nestled at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this delightful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home offers comfort, privacy, and an ideal location just minutes from the Village of Rancho Santa Fe, with convenient access to major freeways. Filled with natural light, the home features beautiful hardwood floors, an updated

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    Scott Union

    Compass

    (619) 759-5767

    6224 Los Naranjos Ct, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $3,100

    Total Monthly Price

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 800 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5648 Calzada Del Bosque, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

    This recently renovated 1BR/1BA Rancho Santa Fe guesthouse apartment (approx. 800 sf) is on the 1st floor located in the Rancho Santa Fe covenant, one of SD’s most desirable locations. The unit includes a large walk-out deck, one designated uncovered parking spot, a patio area backyard, AC/heater, and washer and dryer. Tenant pays no utilities, no internet, no water, no trash or anything except

    5648 Calzada Del Bosque, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
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    $30,000 Per Month

    • 6 Beds
    • 8 Baths
    • 7,892 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15708 Circo Diegueno, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

    Perfect SHORT-TERM | DEL MAR TRACK RENTAL in a CASTLE! — Bring the entourage. Host the dinners. Live the summer. A nearly two-acre Tuscan estate built for entertaining, privacy, and the kind of seasonal escape that won't stay available for long. Tucked within one of Rancho Santa Fe's coveted neighborhoods and just minutes to Del Rayo Village, this expansive estate offers exceptional scale,

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    Brittany Hahn Games

    Coldwell Banker West

    (619) 815-4651

    15708 Circo Diegueno, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
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    $30,000 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,900 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5491 Calzada Del Bosque, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Welcome to this incredible, fully furnished and single level Rancho Santa Fe Covenant home equipped with with top-of-the-line amenities! Privately gated with only 4 homes on the street! Remarkable opportunity live in the West Side of the Covenant designed for refined living and long-term flexibility. This home boasts a modern kitchen bathed in natural light with quartz countertops, center island,

    Nina Detrow Trinity Real Estate Services

    5491 Calzada Del Bosque, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $4,226 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • "Charming 3-Bed Oasis with 2 Full Baths in Prestigious Rancho Santa Fe!"

    123 Cancha de Golf, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

    Welcome to your dream home in prestigious Rancho Santa Fe! This beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers modern comforts and timeless elegance in a serene, upscale community.Inside, enjoy brand-new luxury vinyl plank flooring, vaulted ceilings in spacious bedrooms, and classic plantation shutters for privacy and charm. A cozy fireplace adds warmth to the living area, while

    123 Cancha de Golf, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
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    $15,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,415 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5406 Las Palomas, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Available May 11th Welcome to this modern, newly remodeled home located in the coveted west side Covenant area of Rancho Santa Fe. This stunning property offers breathtaking golf course views of Morgan Run, as well as picturesque mountain and private sunset vistas. Step inside this stylish residence and discover 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, spread across a generous 3415 square feet of living

    Bree Bornstein Compass

    5406 Las Palomas, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $8,250 Per Month

    • 1 Bed
    • 1 Bath
    • 600 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    17355 Avenida de Acacias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Sleeps 6 guest House with pool setting, included with ALL utilities, Privacy hedges, off street designated parking for 2 cars maybe 4,light bright, and quite on 2.3 acres WITH PRIVATE ENTRANCE. Nicely furnished with everything you need. Great location with very private entrance. walk to the Village/Rancho Santa Fe K-8th school on a paved sidewalk.

    Colleen Sansone Colleen Sansone, Broker

    17355 Avenida de Acacias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $8,500 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,567 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    4023 Avenida Brisa, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

    Available June 15 2026. Six month minimum lease required. Incredible top of the line remodel FULLY FURNISHED - Prime Location on the 9th tee in Morgan's Run. Vaulted ceilings throughout unit. Spacious living and dining area with furnishings from Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware and Serena & Lily. Kitchen features Subzero Refrigerator, Viking Dual fuel range, and Wolf cookware. Luxury linens,

    Sandi Lanzarotta-Chan Del Mar Property Management

    4023 Avenida Brisa, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
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    $9,000 Per Month

    • 1 Bed
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,200 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5330 San Elijo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Newly constructed and thoughtfully designed detached guest house in the prestigious Covenant of Rancho Santa Fe offering refined country living with privacy, comfort, and modern convenience. This beautifully appointed residence features 1 spacious bedroom plus a dedicated office or optional 2nd bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, separate laundry room, and attached 2-car garage with ample storage.

    K. Ann Brizolis Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

    5330 San Elijo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $10,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,069 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15448 Pimlico Corte, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Great rental opportunity in the highly desirable gated community of Del Rayo Downs in Rancho Santa Fe!! This single story home features 2 bedrooms plus an office/den that can be used as a 3rd bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms, vaulted ceilings, very open floorplan, plantation shutters, 3 patios, 2 fireplaces, and an attached 2 car garage with a huge circular driveway!! Located near the pool and tennis

    Sharon McKinnon Trinity Real Estate Services

    15448 Pimlico Corte, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $8,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,901 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    16138 Via Madera Circa E, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

    Nestled within the highly coveted Whispering Palms community in Rancho Santa Fe and surrounded by the stunning golf course of the La Valle Coastal Club, this exceptional residence perfectly blends timeless mid-century modern flair with fresh updates. Bathed in natural light, the dramatic living room features soaring vaulted ceilings, architectural lines, and a cozy fireplace, creating an inviting

    Shelly Wu Berkshire Hathaway HomeService

    16138 Via Madera Circa E, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
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    $55,000 Per Month

    • 8 Beds
    • 12 Baths
    • 18,039 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7031 Las Colinas, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Tucked behind a long, private driveway, this extraordinary Rancho Santa Fe estate defines modern luxury living. Completed in 2020, the Spanish-modern architectural design blends timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication, offering a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living. Designed for grand-scale entertaining and intimate gatherings alike, the home features a chef’s dream kitchen

    Dan Tomasi Douglas Elliman of California, Inc.

    7031 Las Colinas, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $20,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 7 Baths
    • 6,247 Sq Ft
    • Townhouse for Rent

    16653 Avenida Molino Viejo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Unfurnished Fairbanks Ranch House available for rent. Property features 5 Bedrooms plus office, 5 Full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms. Recent enhancements throughout the house include: Upgraded flooring and light fixtures, the kitchen has been elevated with upgraded quartz countertops and new faucets, the primary bathroom boasts a brand-new shower with glass doors, a stand-alone tub, and brand

    Sez Sezer Keller Williams Realty

    16653 Avenida Molino Viejo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $29,500 Per Month

    • 7 Beds
    • 7 Baths
    • 9,425 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5305 La Crescenta, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Rent This opulent estate, equestrian facility or the entire property! This location provides a secluded haven just moments away from conveniences and coastal attractions including the Del Mar Race Track, beaches and more! Easy direct access to over 58 miles of the RSF Trail system. Grand master suite boasts high-volume ceilings, private balcony, 2 fireplaces, and a spa-like bathroom. Fully

    Adam Loew Keller Williams Realty

    5305 La Crescenta, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $45,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 8 Baths
    • 8,950 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    14716 Ladys Secret, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Step into luxury at this grand 5-bedroom, 5 full-bathroom, and 3 half-bathroom estate, where elegance and comfort meet in a breathtaking setting. This single-story home features a resort-style backyard with a large pool, spa, BBQ area, and stunning mountain views—ideal for lounging or enjoying a sunset dinner. Inside, a beautiful bar area, formal dining table for 12, and second table for 7

    Clint Worland The Worland Group

    14716 Ladys Secret, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $200,000 Per Month

    • 7 Beds
    • 12 Baths
    • 12,000 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5968 Ladys Secret Ct, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92014

    Unparalleled luxury awaits at 5968 Ladys Secret Ct! Nestled within a gated and coveted enclave with Sweeping VIEWS/ Sunsets from the valley to the Coast and Mountains beyond. Leasing Fully Furnished and spanning over 12,000 sq ft—with not a single step—this Architectural Masterpiece combines breathtaking scale with meticulous attention to detail. A dramatic pivot door welcomes you into a serene

    Laura Barry Barry Estates

    5968 Ladys Secret Ct, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92014
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    $19,950 Per Month

    • 6 Beds
    • 6.5 Baths
    • 8,254 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7345 Vista Rancho Ct, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

    Refined Mediterranean estate set on a quiet cul-de-sac in highly desired gated community of The Summit, Rancho Santa Fe. This estate features 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, 8,254 square feet. Offered fully furnished, the residence blends scale, privacy, and elevated design for a polished living experience. Interiors are thoughtfully appointed with a chef’s kitchen featuring high end appliances, multiple

    Bridget Palomino The Oppenheim Group

    7345 Vista Rancho Ct, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
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    $39,950 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 5.5 Baths
    • 6,000 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    16560 El Camino Real, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Nestled behind private gates on the coveted west side of the Covenant, 16560 El Camino Real is an extraordinary single-level French Craftsman estate set across four fully usable acres on the West side of Rancho Santa Fe Covenant. Offering 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, this rare luxury lease presents an unparalleled opportunity to experience the Rancho Santa Fe lifestyle at its finest. Designed

    Jason Barry Barry Estates

    16560 El Camino Real, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $40,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 7 Baths
    • 9,817 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7967 Camino Sin Puente, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091

    This magnificent European-style White Castle awaits you in sunny San Diego, California. Imagine waking up to the most beautiful sunrise paradise with the highest expectation of luxury-style living where everything and anything is at your fingertips. Groves of huge, drooping eucalyptus trees cover the hills and valleys of this affluent and exclusive town east of I–5. Rancho Santa Fe and the

    Natasha Alexander California Luxury Estates

    7967 Camino Sin Puente, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
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    $9,500 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,700 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    17116 Paseo Hermosa, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    LIVE THE RESORT LIFE at this private casita available in the prestigious guard-gated community of Fairbanks Ranch. Located on a beautifully designed Spanish Mediterranean estate and separate from the main residence, the light-filled interior offers an open floor plan, and classic terra cotta floors throughout. The casita offers a full kitchen, dining area, beautiful living space with exposed

    Khaki Wennstrom Compass

    17116 Paseo Hermosa, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $35,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 5.5 Baths
    • 6,000 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    17140 El Mirador, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92127

    Available Mid-September... 31 Night Minimum Lease. Nestled down a private, gated drive in The Covenant of Rancho Santa Fe, this estate boasts 180 degrees of breathtaking views and privacy on 3+ usable acres. Only 10 minutes to the beaches of Del Mar, with panoramic views and a southern exposure, this light-filled Santa Barbara style home offers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths and 1 office. Pool, spa &

    Prentiss Van Den Berg Compass

    17140 El Mirador, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92127
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    $35,000 Per Month

    • 6 Beds
    • 7 Baths
    • 8,207 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    6870 La Valle Plateada, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Rancho De Los Olivos is a pristine single-level Spanish Revival estate set on 2.56 west-facing acres located in the heart of the Rancho Santa Fe Covenant. Custom designed and built with uncompromising craftsmanship, this single-level hacienda offers approximately 8,207 square feet of beautifully executed living space, 5 bedrooms and 5.5 baths in the main house and a sizable detached one-bedroom

    K. Ann Brizolis Pacific Sotheby's International Realty

    6870 La Valle Plateada, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $19,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 4,475 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    6195 Avenida Picacho, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Effortlessly chic and unapologetically inviting. This single-level French Country stunner sits on a prime corner lot in the prestigious 24-hour guard-gated enclave of Fairbanks Ranch—one of Rancho Santa Fe’s most coveted communities. From the moment you roll into the circular driveway, the curated landscape and timeless architecture set the tone for something special. Inside, vaulted open-beam

    Carmella Garcia The Oppenheim Group

    6195 Avenida Picacho, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $9,000 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,352 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    6155 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Beautiful, private, quiet & sophisticated! Single-story, 2br/2ba Covenant home is more like a townhome than a condo. Warm & inviting, a contemporary feel, set back from the street noise, features an open floor plan, luxury finishes, new oak engineered wood flooring throughout, stylish kitchen with quartz counter-tops, custom cabinets & stainless steel appliances, leads into the dining room &

    Kacie Whye RSF Property Management Group

    6155 Paseo Delicias, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $65,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 8 Baths
    • 7,950 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    15575 Las Planideras, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92014

    • Elevated 2024 Build • Unobstructed 180 Panoramic views • 3.32 Privately gated acres • Infinity pool + resort-style amenities • Theater, wine room, gym & 4+ garage. Perched atop one of the most coveted view locations on the west side of the Rancho Santa Fe Covenant, this newly completed architectural estate offers unobstructed 180-degree panoramic views with exceptional privacy. Designed by

    Jason Barry Barry Estates

    15575 Las Planideras, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92014
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    $35,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 3,200 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    6631 Lago Lindo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Relax and Unwind in the peaceful country setting, remodeled French Cottage with total Privacy, BBQ on the back patio with the smell of orange blossom Walk on horse trails around the lake or golfcourse. Close to RSF town and local beaches , Enjoy all that Rancho Santa Fe has to offer. Escape to your own private sanctuary at this enchanting French cottage, nestled on 4 secluded acres of lush

    Bree Bornstein Compass

    6631 Lago Lindo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $38,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 6.5 Baths
    • 5,400 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    4773 El Mirlo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Now Offered for Lease | $38,000/Month | Also Available for Purchase at $8,695,000 Welcome to New Ranch Lux, a reimagined modern estate in the heart of the Rancho Santa Fe Covenant, offering exceptional privacy, scale, and lifestyle on approximately five all-usable acres. Ideally situated on the prestigious west side of the Covenant, approximately one mile from the coast as the crow flies,

    Jennifer Janzen-Botts Pacific Sotheby's Int'l Realty

    4773 El Mirlo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $19,500 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 5.5 Baths
    • 5,000 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    16346 Via Del Alba, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Check with agent for availability, short term rate, summer rate and long term rate. Single level west side Covenant home with panoramic views. Private and quiet home w/ charming entry courtyard, kitchen w/ natural stone counters, top of the line Stainless appliances including 48" wolf stove. Family room w/ fireplace, beautiful vaulted wood ceiling opens to the big patio area outside. Wood and

    Pari Ziatabari Coldwell Banker Realty

    16346 Via Del Alba, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $4,500 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,110 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5505 Codorniz, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Resort Living Year round..This detached guesthouse is part of a very private gated estate that sits on almost 5 acres in Rancho Santa Fe Covenant..Your new home features a private patio, gardens, grove, & forever vistas. Plantation shutters, dual master bedroom suites, and secure parking.Washer/dryer/Refrigerator and all utilities included. A half mile stroll to RSF village on shady trails,

    Dan Talman Bankers Hill Capital, Inc.

    5505 Codorniz, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $20,000 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 5,067 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    16186 Via Del Alba, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Perched atop 2.75 private acres on the desirable west side of the Covenant in Rancho Santa Fe, this custom ranch-style estate captures sweeping panoramic mountain and valley views from nearly every room. Recently updated with a stunning infinity-edge pool and spa, the home offers exceptional indoor-outdoor living with expansive entertaining spaces, a private courtyard, mature fruit trees, and a

    Tim Van Damm Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties

    16186 Via Del Alba, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $60,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 6.5 Baths
    • 5,165 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    Unlisted Address

    PRIVATE home located within the world class RANCHO VALENCIA RESORT. Expansive & charming old world California Hacienda style adobe. On 2+ acres w/ 5 avail. ensuite bdrms (including 2 bedroom guest casita), 7 fireplaces, pool, jacuzzi, fire pit, outdoor casita entertainment lounge w/bar, 3 ponds, rolling lawns, astro-turf & sand tennis court, fruit trees, vegetable & herb garden. This is a

    Kari de Burgh Jonathan Corn, Broker

    Unlisted Address
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    $38,000 Per Month

    • 5 Beds
    • 7 Baths
    • 5,400 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    4773 El Mirlo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Now Offered for Lease | $38,000/Month | Also Available for Purchase at $8,695,000 Welcome to New Ranch Lux, a reimagined modern estate in the heart of the Rancho Santa Fe Covenant, offering exceptional privacy, scale, and lifestyle on approximately five all-usable acres. Ideally situated on the prestigious west side of the Covenant, approximately one mile from the coast as the crow flies,

    K. Ann Brizolis Pacific Sotheby's International Realty

    4773 El Mirlo, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $15,000 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,073 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    7337 La Soldadera, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Welcome to your Rancho Santa Fe Oasis — a stylish, family-friendly escape in one of California’s most exclusive and serene communities. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath luxury home is tucked behind a gated entrance and surrounded by lush landscaping, just minutes from Del Mar beaches, showgrounds, and top-tier dining. Inside, enjoy Restoration Hardware–inspired interiors, an open-concept chef’s kitchen,

    Victoria Varon Fathom Realty Group Inc.

    7337 La Soldadera, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
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    $10,500 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,960 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    16551 Zumaque, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

    Enjoy the privacy, space, and breathtaking views of Rancho Santa Fe in this beautiful single-level estate situated on 2.5 acre view lot overlooking picturesque rolling hills and open-space vistas. This expansive residence offers an ideal blend of comfort and functionality with generous living spaces, soaring vaulted wood-beamed ceilings, abundant natural light, and seamless indoor-outdoor living.

    Connie Sundstrom Coldwell Banker Realty

    16551 Zumaque, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Why Live in Rancho Santa Fe

Rancho Santa Fe, known as "the Covenant," is a master-planned community in North County, California, renowned for its Mission-style architecture and rural charm. Founded in 1928, it features 11 historic buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. The area is characterized by elegant hillside homes and gated communities, including Fairbanks Ranch, with architectural styles ranging from Monterey and Spanish to modern craftsman and Mediterranean. The community is served by highly rated schools such as Solana Santa Fe Elementary, Earl Warren Middle, and Torrey Pines High, all earning top marks. Residents enjoy local features like the San Dieguito County Park, which offers suspension bridges, butterfly gardens, and playgrounds across its 125 acres. The Rancho Santa Fe Golf Club provides exclusive access to a lush course for Covenant residents. Dining options include Thyme In The Ranch café and Rancho Santa Fe Bistro, while shopping highlights include Amy Meier's designer home goods store and Zofia Day Jewelry. For groceries, nearby Encinitas offers Harvest Ranch Markets and Sprouts. Scripps Memorial Hospital is 8 miles away, and Torrey Pines State Beach is a 20-minute drive south. Downtown San Diego and the airport are accessible within 32 minutes, with the nearest bus stop at Paseo Delicias & Via De La Valle.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Rancho Santa Fe, CA?
The median rent for a home in Rancho Santa Fe, CA is $20,250 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of June 2026, townhouses tend to be the most affordable option while condos and single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, a household needs to earn roughly $810,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $20,250 per month in Rancho Santa Fe, CA, renters typically need to show $60,750 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Rancho Santa Fe, CA?
In Rancho Santa Fe, CA, the price-to-rent ratio is 18.7, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.
What neighborhoods in Rancho Santa Fe, CA are best for renting a home?
The best neighborhood for renting in Rancho Santa Fe, CA depends on your priorities: commute, walkability, budget, and lifestyle all play a role. Popular areas for renting a home include Del Sur, Central Encinitas, 4S Ranch, Cardiff-by-the-Sea and La Costa, each with its own character and price range.

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Number of Homes for Rent
37
Median Rent
$20,250
Median Single Family Home Rent
$17,950
Median Townhouse Rent
$5,250
Median Condo Rent
$5,600
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