Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Escondido Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,000 (24 Rentals)
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Summer Creek Apartments

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Casa Grande Apartments

55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments
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Central Escondido, Escondido, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Escondido?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Escondido Studio Apartments | $1,777 | $1,593 | $1,945 |
Central Escondido 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,582 | $1,665 | $3,685 |
Central Escondido 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,815 | $1,720 | $4,700 |
Central Escondido 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,203 | $2,595 | $5,099 |
Central Escondido 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,650 | $4,650 | $4,650 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Escondido Neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Escondido Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Escondido area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vida priced from $1,593. Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,720. Here are the most affordable Central Escondido apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vida | Sage | Studio,1BA | $1,593 |
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
Village Green Senior Community | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,720 |
Casa Grande Apartments | Studio Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Escondido, CA
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Escondido area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2x2 Large Model at Fountain Estates Apartments in the in the San Pasqual neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Central Escondido apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath-Upstairs Interior Unit Type Model at Latte of Escondido starting at $3,095 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the San Pasqual neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Escondido apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fountain Estates Apartments | 2x2 Large | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
Latte of Escondido | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath-Upstairs Interior Unit Type | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
Diamond Pointe | Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Park | Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $2.36 |
Paseo del Prado | 2/1 down | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Estancia Apartments | 2+1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
339 W 15th Ave | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Alta Cima Apartment Homes *$1000 Off* | Villager | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
Plaza Verde | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Escondido. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Central Escondido Neighborhood in Escondido, CA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Escondido Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Escondido?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Escondido is under $1,895.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Escondido?
The cheapest apartment in Central Escondido is Vida which is listed at $1,676, while the average apartment in Central Escondido costs $4,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Escondido?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Central Escondido that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Escondido?
Cheap apartments in Central Escondido have an average cost of $160 which is $4,490 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Escondido.
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