
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

Latte of Escondido

Eucalyptus View Apartments

450 W Vermont Ave

1942-1944 S Broadway

363-373 Idaho Ave
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540 S Broadway

Chestnut Street Apartments

Maplewood Apartments

316-330 W 7th Ave

Bernardo Hills

339 S Escondido Blvd

1403-1421 S Orange St

Maple Street Villas

Glenayre Cottages
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13th Ave Apartments

1656-1668 S Escondido Blvd

418 W 10th Ave

Canyon Crest Estates

111 E 5th Ave

Plaza Felicita Apartments

Chai of Escondido

Via Roble Apartments
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Econdido Cottages

Ironwood Villas

1320-1330 S Juniper St

Maplewood Villas

Orange Place Apartments

15th Avenue Apartments

Cedar Garden Apartment

Las Ventanas Village

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 | $2,100 | $2,100 | $2,100 |
| East Canyon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,323 | $2,125 | $2,702 |
| East Canyon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,689 | $2,400 | $3,277 |
| East Canyon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $3,195 | $3,195 |
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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 $2,125. Creekside Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,215. 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 | $2,125 |
| Creekside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,215 |
| Mocha - Close to Everything. Designed for Every Day. That’s Mocha Living. | 1 bed 1 bath 674sqft | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| City Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom- ADA Approved | 2BR,1BA | $2,525 |
| Latte of Escondido | 2 Bed 2 Bath-Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2,550 |
| Haven76 | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,702 |
| Chai of Escondido | 2 Bed 2 Bath with Patio and Yard | 2BR,2BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Canyon, CA
As of February 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Canyon area is the $2.84 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Downstairs Corner Unit Type Model at Latte of Escondido in the in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood starting from $3,195. The second greatest value East Canyon apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom- ADA Approved Model at City Plaza Apartments starting at $2,525 with a $2.28 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latte of Escondido | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Downstairs Corner Unit Type | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.84 |
| City Plaza Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom- ADA Approved | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 1101 Chestnut St, Unit Martinwoods | 1101 Chestnut St | 2BR,2BA | $2.50 |
| Chai of Escondido | 2 Bed 2 Bath with Patio and Yard | 2BR,2BA | $3.11 |
| Haven76 | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| 906 Gretna Green Way, Unit #2 | 906 Gretna Green Way | Studio ,1BA | $3.08 |
| Mocha - Close to Everything. Designed for Every Day. That’s Mocha Living. | 1 bed 1 bath 674sqft | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Creekside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| Elan Felicita Creek | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
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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 $2,125, while the average apartment in East Canyon costs $3,195.
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 8 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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