
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Central Escondido Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,000 (9 Rentals)
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1050 E Washington Ave

636 Aster St

1350 N Escondido Blvd
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830 W Lincoln Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Escondido?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Escondido 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,561 | $2,100 | $2,950 |
| Central Escondido 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,210 | $2,158 | $3,995 |
| Central Escondido 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,950 | $5,900 | $6,000 |
| Central Escondido 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,700 | $5,700 | $5,700 |
| Central Escondido 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,000 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 9 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 $1,364. Casa Escondida has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable Central Escondido apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vida | Sage | Studio,1BA | $1,364 |
| Casa Escondida | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Village Green Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,645 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Escondido, CA
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central 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 Central Escondido apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Balcony Model at City Plaza Apartments starting at $2,650 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Urbana at Citracado Village 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Pointe | Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| City Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom with Balcony | 2BR,2BA | $2.27 |
| Alta Cima Apartment Homes | 2 Bedrooms, 2 full | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
| Valle at Mission | Juniper | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| Summit Rose Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Martin Manor Apt | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
| 55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Village Green Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| Casa Escondida | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| 615 S Tulip St, Unit 615 S Tulip St Unit A | 615 S Tulip St | 1BR,1BA | $2.27 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Central Escondido?
There are currently 399 Apartments for Rent in Central Escondido, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,000 to $10,558. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Escondido ranging from $1,000 to $6,000.
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 $1,000 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,667.
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