
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Valley Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,200 (23 Rentals)
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East Valley, Escondido, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Valley Studio Apartments | $1,791 | $1,613 | $1,970 |
| East Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,571 | $1,504 | $3,685 |
| East Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,839 | $1,830 | $4,550 |
| East Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,140 | $2,795 | $4,835 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Valley Neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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Cheapest Available East Valley Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Valley area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vida priced from $1,518. Summerfield Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,625. Here are the most affordable East Valley apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vida | Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $1,518 |
| Summerfield Villas | Junior Unit with Modern Updates in Central Esco... | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Woodlake | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Solana at Grand | Torrey Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,759 |
| Pacifica Palms Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Valley, CA
As of November 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Valley area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2x2 Duplex Model at Fountain Estates Apartments in the in the San Pasqual neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value East Valley apartment is the Canyon Peak Model at Heritage at Canyon Pointe Apartments starting at $3,100 with a $2.68 price per square foot in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Valley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Estates Apartments | 2x2 Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Heritage at Canyon Pointe Apartments | Canyon Peak | 3BR,2BA | $2.68 |
| La Posada Apartments | Single level type 2 | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.37 |
| Latte of Escondido | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath - Downstairs Corner Unit Type | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.93 |
| Park | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Summit Apartments | Horizon | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
| Elan Felicita Creek | 21A | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| Alta Cima | Villager | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Birchmont | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| Summerfield Villas | Junior Unit with Modern Updates in Central Esco... | 1BR,1BA | $3.01 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Valley, Escondido, CA
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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for North San Diego. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the East Valley Neighborhood in Escondido, CA
Walk Score®
8 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
24 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
7 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Valley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Valley?
The cheapest apartment in East Valley is Vida which is listed at $1,518, while the average apartment in East Valley costs $4,425.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Valley?
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 4 regular apartments in East Valley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Valley?
Cheap apartments in East Valley have an average cost of $103 which is $4,322 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Valley.
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