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$1,700

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315 Royal Gln, Unit 504

315 Royal Gln
EscondidoCA92025
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Solana at Grand
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$1,726 - $2,468

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Solana at Grand

1501 E Grand AveEscondido, CA 92027
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property at 20112 Date Ln
$2,100

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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20112 Date Ln

EscondidoCA92029

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Madera Ridge
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$2,202 - $2,750

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Madera Ridge

1051 W El Norte PkyEscondido, CA 92026
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Park Apartments
$2,299 - $3,166

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Park Apartments

740-786 E Mission AveEscondido, CA 92025
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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 Studio unit found at The Quince Street Senior Apartments in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood priced from $1,373. Villa Escondido in the East Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,378. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Escondido apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Quince Street Senior ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,373
Villa EscondidoStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,378
VidaSageStudio,1BA$1,498
1202 Pearl1 BED 1 BATH A1BR,1BA$1,563
Casa EscondidaOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$1,595
Summerfield Villas1/1 A1BR,1BA$1,675
Grand Center1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,695
BirchmontThe Heritage1BR,1BA$1,699
Solana at GrandTorrey RenovatedStudio,1BA$1,726
Hendrix Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle CommunityS1Studio,1BA$1,729

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA

As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Escondido area is the $2.42 price per square foot Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs Model at Diamond Pointe in the in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Escondido apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 419 W 4th Ave starting at $2,285 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Vineyard 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.
Diamond PointeThree Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs3BR,2BA$2.42
419 W 4th Ave2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.92
Paseo Del Prado Apartments!2/2 up2BR,2BA$2.11
Summit Rose ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.43
Solana at GrandLarkspur renovated2BR,2BA$2.39
Whispering Pines Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.22
Alta Cima Apartment Homes1 Bedroom, 1 full1BR,1BA$2.14
339 W 15th Ave2B/1B2BR,1BA$2.23
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
The Quince Street Senior ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.23

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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 The Quince Street Senior Apartments listed at $1,373.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Escondido Apartment is $1,464 at The Quince Street Senior Apartments.

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 $1,740 at The Quince Street Senior Apartments.

What is the most affordable Escondido Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Escondido Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 339 W 15th Ave and starts from $2,200.

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