
Cheap Homes for Rent in Escondido, CA from $1,500 (13 Rentals)
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2041 E Grand Ave

1186 N Rose St

741 S Escondido Blvd

720 E 4th Ave

103 Trilogy St

2246 Avenida Del Diablo

207 W 11th Ave

525 W El Norte Pky

1811 E Grand Ave, Unit 86

240 W Lincoln Ave
Escondido, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Escondido?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Escondido 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,810 | $1,795 | $4,900 |
Escondido 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,258 | $2,099 | $6,750 |
Escondido 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,945 | $3,895 | $7,500 |
Escondido 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,707 | $4,445 | $10,000+ |
Escondido 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $17,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Villa Escondido | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,302 |
1202 Pearl | 1 BED 1 BATH A | 1BR,1BA | $1,453 |
Vida | Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $1,601 |
Birchmont | The Heritage | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
Grand Center | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fountain Estates Apartments | 2x2 Large | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
Diamond Pointe | Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Park | Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
Casa Grande Apartments | 2-Bedroom Upgraded Premium | 2BR,2BA | $2.31 |
Country Club Villas | Plan Two | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Estancia Apartments | 2+1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.49 |
Alta Cima Apartment Homes *$1000 Off* | Villager | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.44 |
Summerfield Villas | Deluxe 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.49 |
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community | A1 | 1BR,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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