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Solana at Grand
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$1,765 - $2,483
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Solana at Grand

1501 E Grand AveEscondido, CA 92027
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property at 1342 Mimosa Ct

$2,075

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1342 Mimosa Ct

EscondidoCA92027
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Hidden Cove
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$2,109 - $2,925
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Hidden Cove

910 Del Dios HwyEscondido, CA 92029
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property at 27735 Mountain Meadow Rd

$2,150

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27735 Mountain Meadow Rd, Unit 19, Unit 19

27735 Mountain Meadow Rd
EscondidoCA92026

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Madera Ridge
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$2,258 - $2,736
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Madera Ridge

1051 W El Norte PkyEscondido, CA 92026
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Escondido, CA Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Escondido Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Escondido, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vida in the East Valley neighborhood priced from $1,445. 1202 Pearl in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,555. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Escondido apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VidaDahlia1BR,1BA$1,445
1202 Pearl1 BED 1 BATH A1BR,1BA$1,555
Casa EscondidaOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,595
Village Green Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Hendrix Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle CommunityS1Studio,1BA$1,668
BirchmontThe Heritage1BR,1BA$1,749
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Solana at GrandTorrey RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,765
Valle at MissionPalm1BR,1BA$1,775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Escondido area is the $2.22 price per square foot Plan B1 - Townhome Model at Rowan in the in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood starting from $3,198. The second greatest value Escondido apartment is the Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs Model at Diamond Pointe starting at $2,900 with a $2.42 price per square foot in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Escondido apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
RowanPlan B1 - Townhome2BR,2.5BA$2.22
Diamond PointeThree Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs3BR,2BA$2.42
Alta CimaTownsman2BR,2BA$2.41
Paseo del PradoPaseo del Prado 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs - Pleas...2BR,1BA$2.13
1536 S Maple St, Unit #21536 S Maple St2BR,2BA$2.40
Arroyo Escondido Apartments2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.05
Estancia Apartments2+2 Upstairs2BR,2BA$2.33
Park ApartmentsDesign 2B Premier 22BR,1BA$2.21
Summit Rose ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.29
Village Green Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44

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Escondido Overview

Located 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.

Why live in Escondido, CA?

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Escondido Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Escondido?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Escondido is at Vida listed at $1,618.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Escondido Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Escondido Apartment is $1,445 at Vida.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Escondido Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Escondido is starting from $1,850 at 55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Escondido Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Escondido Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Paseo del Prado and starts from $2,795.

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