
Cheap Homes for Rent in Escondido, CA from $1,700 (23 Rentals)
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2041 E Grand Ave

450 W Vermont Ave

1132 Highland Heights Ln

908 Park Hill Dr

103 Trilogy St
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1817 E Grand Ave

215 Woodland Pkwy

720 E 4th Ave

1817 E Grand Ave, Unit 40

207 W 11th Ave
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27725 Mountain Meadow Rd, Unit Hidden Meadows condos

1124 N Broadway

830 W Lincoln Ave

1811 E Grand Ave, Unit 86

1010 E Washington Ave

2049 Via Alexandra

240 W Lincoln Ave

619 Erica St

751 W 7th Ave
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2425 Cranston Dr

660 W 7th Ave

625 S Fig St
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 | $2,844 | $2,000 | $4,900 |
Escondido 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,869 | $2,800 | $5,800 |
Escondido 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,937 | $3,450 | $7,500 |
Escondido 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,108 | $5,000 | $7,800 |
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Cheapest Available Escondido Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Escondido, CA is a Studio unit found at Vida in the East Valley neighborhood priced from $1,604. 1202 Pearl in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,622. 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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Vida | Sage | Studio,1BA | $1,604 |
1202 Pearl | 1 BED 1 BATH A | 1BR,1BA | $1,622 |
Birchmont | The Heritage | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
Village Green Senior Community | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,720 |
Casa Grande Apartments | Studio Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Escondido area is the $2.46 price per square foot 701 E Pennsylvania Ave Model at 701 E Pennsylvania Ave, Unit Main House in the in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Escondido apartment is the Plan B1 - Townhome Model at Rowan starting at $3,490 with a $2.42 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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701 E Pennsylvania Ave, Unit Main House | 701 E Pennsylvania Ave | 4BR,2BA | $2.46 |
Rowan | Plan B1 - Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.42 |
Diamond Pointe | Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
Park | Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $2.43 |
Country Club Villas | Plan Two | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Elan Riverwalk | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
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 |
Village Green Senior Community | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Escondido
What type of rentals are currently available in Escondido?
There are currently 501 Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $6,750. There are also 88 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Escondido ranging from $1,700 to $7,800.
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 $1,700 to $7,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,975.
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 $2,482 to $6,750, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,800 to $5,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,500.
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