
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Canyon Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,400 (36 Rentals)
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Haven76

City Plaza Apartments

Elan Felicita Creek

Vermont Villas

Eucalyptus View Apartments

1942-1944 S Broadway

540 S Broadway

363-373 Idaho Ave
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Bernardo Hills

Chestnut Street Apartments

Maplewood Apartments

316-330 W 7th Ave

Glenayre Cottages

Brookhaven

Maple Street Villas

13th Ave Apartments

339 S Escondido Blvd
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1403-1421 S Orange St

1656-1668 S Escondido Blvd

111 E 5th Ave

Canyon Crest Estates

418 W 10th Ave

Plaza Felicita Apartments

Latte of Escondido

Chai of Escondido

Via Roble Apartments
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Ironwood Villas

1320-1330 S Juniper St

Maplewood Villas

Orange Place Apartments

15th Avenue Apartments

Las Ventanas Village

Cedar Garden Apartment

Prickly Pear
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East Canyon, Escondido, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Canyon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Canyon Studio Apartments | $1,945 | $1,945 | $1,945 |
| East Canyon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,270 | $1,895 | $2,703 |
| East Canyon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,646 | $2,125 | $3,278 |
| East Canyon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,898 | $3,898 | $3,898 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Canyon Neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Canyon Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Canyon area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elan Felicita Creek priced from $2,150. Creekside Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,415. Here are the most affordable East Canyon apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Felicita Creek | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Creekside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| City Plaza Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,450 |
| Mocha - 1 and 2 Bedroom Units in Escondido | 2 bd b bath 860sqft | 2BR,2BA | $2,595 |
| Haven76 | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,703 |
| Chai of Escondido | 2 Bed 2 Bath with patio | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Canyon, CA
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Canyon area is the $2.30 price per square foot 1536 S Maple St Model at 1536 S Maple St, Unit #2 in the in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood starting from $2,295. The second greatest value East Canyon apartment is the 2 bedroom 2 bath Model at City Plaza Apartments starting at $2,450 with a $2.65 price per square foot in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Canyon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1536 S Maple St, Unit #2 | 1536 S Maple St | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| City Plaza Apartments | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.65 |
| Chai of Escondido | 2 Bed 2 Bath with patio | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Mocha - 1 and 2 Bedroom Units in Escondido | 2 bd b bath 860sqft | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Haven76 | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Creekside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Elan Felicita Creek | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Canyon Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Canyon?
The cheapest apartment in East Canyon is Elan Felicita Creek which is listed at $2,150, while the average apartment in East Canyon costs $3,898.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Canyon?
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 12 regular apartments in East Canyon that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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