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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escondido Studio Apartments | $2,554 | $1,545 | $3,789 |
Escondido 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,712 | $1,544 | $4,874 |
| Escondido 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,620 | $1,600 | $8,809 |
| Escondido 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,103 | $2,499 | $10,000+ |
| Escondido 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,509 | $7,509 | $7,509 |
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Escondido, CA is found at Marlowe Palomar Heights in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood and is 1,190 square feet priced from $3,727. 222 North City in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 943 square feet and currently listed start at $4,849. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Escondido:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marlowe Palomar Heights | TH-A10 | 1,190 Sq Ft | $3,727 |
| 222 North City | A-4 | 943 Sq Ft | $4,849 |
| Alta Cima | Highlander | 886 Sq Ft | $1,890 |
| Country Club Villas | Plan One | 850 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
| Alcove | Plan A2 | 835 Sq Ft | $2,503 |
| Casa Grande Apartments | 1-Bedroom Upgraded | 820 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| Summit Rose Apartments | One Bedroom | 785 Sq Ft | $1,776 |
| Teton Pines Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 780 Sq Ft | $2,160 |
| Haven76 | Plan A2 | 766 Sq Ft | $2,703 |
| Alta Vista Apartments | Andorra | 759 Sq Ft | $2,386 |
As of March 12, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Escondido, CA is the Dahlia Model starting from $1,544 at Vida in the East Valley neighborhood. The second most affordable Escondido 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom, One Bath Model at Casa Escondida starting at $1,595 in the Country Club neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Escondido is currently $2,712. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Escondido:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Vida | Dahlia | $1,544 |
| Casa Escondida | One Bedroom, One Bath | $1,595 |
| Village Green Senior Community | One Bedroom | $1,595 |
| 1202 Pearl | 1 BED 1 BATH B | $1,610 |
| Birchmont | The Heritage | $1,699 |
| 55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,750 |
| Summit Rose Apartments | One Bedroom | $1,776 |
| Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes | A2 | $1,842 |
| Woodlake | 1 Bedroom | $1,850 |
| Alta Cima | Highlander | $1,890 |
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Write a ReviewLocated a mere thirty miles or so from the bright lights of San Diego, Escondido apartments make a great way to get to know California. From the sunny climate to the welcoming charm of the locals, this west coast hot spot combines the amenities of a larger locale with all of the benefits of small town life.
Home to scenic lakes, ever-present citrus groves and the natural beauty that southern California is known for the world over, apartments in Escondido are in high demand with good cause. A hop, skip and a jump away from the excitement and job market of San Diego, this charming city is an ideal melding of everything one could want in a 'little big town'.
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Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Escondido is at Vida listed at $1,544.
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Escondido is $2,712.
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Escondido is a 1,190 square feet unit starting from $3,727 at Marlowe Palomar Heights.
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Escondido is currently 579 sq ft.
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