Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Escondido Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,800 (5 Rentals)

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Central Escondido, Escondido, CA Local Guide

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 $1,703. Here are the most affordable Central Escondido apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VidaSageStudio,1BA$1,593
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle CommunityA11BR,1BA$1,703
Village Green Senior CommunityTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1,720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Escondido, CA

As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Escondido area is the $2.46 price per square foot 701 E Pennsylvania Ave Model at 701 E Pennsylvania Ave, Unit Main House in the in the San Pasqual neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Central Escondido apartment is the 2x2 Large Model at Fountain Estates Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $1.97 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
701 E Pennsylvania Ave, Unit Main House701 E Pennsylvania Ave4BR,2BA$2.46
Fountain Estates Apartments2x2 Large2BR,2BA$1.97
Latte of Escondido3 Bed 2.5 Bath-Upstairs Interior Unit Type3BR,2.5BA$2.53
Diamond PointeThree Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs3BR,2BA$2.33
ParkCypress3BR,2BA$2.29
Elan Riverwalk22A2BR,2BA$2.53
Estancia Apartments2+12BR,1BA$2.49
Alta Cima Apartment Homes *$1000 Off*Villager1BR,1BA$2.52
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle CommunityA11BR,1BA$2.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Escondido

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Escondido?

There are currently 392 Apartments for Rent in Central Escondido, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,593 to $5,099. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Escondido ranging from $1,895 to $6,690.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Escondido?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Escondido ranges from $1,895 to $6,690 with an average monthly rent of $3,827.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Central Escondido?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Central Escondido range from $2,595 to $5,099, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,995 to $3,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.

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