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Escondido, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Escondido Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Escondido, CA is a Studio unit found at Villa Escondido in the East Valley neighborhood priced from $1,302. 1202 Pearl in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,453. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Escondido apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villa EscondidoStudio 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,302
1202 Pearl1 BED 1 BATH A1BR,1BA$1,453
VidaDahlia1BR,1BA$1,601
BirchmontThe Heritage1BR,1BA$1,649
Grand Center0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Escondido area is the $1.97 price per square foot 2x2 Large Model at Fountain Estates Apartments in the in the San Pasqual neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Escondido apartment is the Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs Model at Diamond Pointe starting at $2,800 with a $2.33 price per square foot in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Escondido apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fountain Estates Apartments2x2 Large2BR,2BA$1.97
Diamond PointeThree Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs3BR,2BA$2.33
ParkCypress3BR,2BA$2.43
Casa Grande Apartments2-Bedroom Upgraded Premium2BR,2BA$2.31
Country Club VillasPlan Two2BR,2BA$2.42
Estancia Apartments2+12BR,1BA$2.49
Alta Cima Apartment Homes *$1000 Off*Villager1BR,1BA$2.52
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
Summerfield VillasDeluxe 1/11BR,1BA$2.49
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle CommunityA11BR,1BA$2.57

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Frequently Asked Questions about Escondido

What type of rentals are currently available in Escondido?

There are currently 503 Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,469 to $6,143. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Escondido ranging from $1,584 to $17,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Escondido?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Escondido ranges from $1,584 to $17,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,655.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Escondido?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Escondido range from $2,796 to $6,143, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,099 to $6,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,895 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,900.

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