
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Escondido Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,000 (10 Rentals)
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1550 Encino Dr

1186 N Rose St
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525 W El Norte Pky
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Central Escondido?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central Escondido 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,524 | $1,795 | $2,890 |
Central Escondido 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,545 | $3,200 | $4,000 |
Central Escondido 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,497 | $3,995 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 10 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 1 Bed unit found at Vida priced from $1,567. Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,717. 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 | Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $1,567 |
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,717 |
Village Green Senior Community | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Escondido, CA
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Escondido area is the $2.33 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 $2,800. The second greatest value Central Escondido apartment is the Estate Model at Valle at Escondido starting at $2,731 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the North Broadway 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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Diamond Pointe | Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Valle at Escondido | Estate | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.35 |
Park | Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
Sunset Drive Apartments | Unit J-Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.61 |
Oak Hill Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.55 |
Estancia Apartments | 2+2 Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
Casa Grande Apartments | 1-Bedroom Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
Alta Cima Apartment Homes *$1000 Off* | Villager | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Escondido
What type of rentals are currently available in Central Escondido?
There are currently 395 Apartments for Rent in Central Escondido, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,547 to $4,809. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Escondido ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
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 $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,837.
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