Homes for Rent in Escondido, CA Under $5,600 (64 Rentals)

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property at 1695 Kenora Dr

$4,275

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$4,275
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$4,275

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1695 Kenora Dr

EscondidoCA92027
property at 1237 Destree Rd

$4,200

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$4,200
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$4,200

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 15

1237 Destree Rd

EscondidoCA92027

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property at 1854 Loreto Gln

$3,500

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$3,500
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$3,500

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1854 Loreto Gln

EscondidoCA92027
property at 2518 Wanek Rd

$3,100

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$3,100
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$3,100

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

2518 Wanek Rd, Unit C

2518 Wanek Rd
EscondidoCA92027

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property at 20112 Date Ln

$1,999

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$1,999
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$1,999

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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20112 Date Ln

EscondidoCA92029

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property at 520 Sandalwood Pl

$1,450

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$1,450
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$1,450

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jul 1

520 Sandalwood Pl, Unit sandalwood place

520 Sandalwood Pl
EscondidoCA92027
property at 17555 Adena Ln

$5,000

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$5,000
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$5,000

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jul 18

17555 Adena Ln

San DiegoCA92128

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property at 506 Moonlight Dr

$4,100

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$4,100
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$4,100

3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home for Rent

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506 Moonlight Dr

San MarcosCA92069
property at 789 Dorothea Ave

$3,400

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$3,400
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$3,400

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 23

789 Dorothea Ave

San MarcosCA92069

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Escondido, CA
Population: 152,213

Ranked #174

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Escondido, CA

Ranked #126

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Escondido

What type of rentals are currently available in Escondido?

There are currently 513 Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,420 to $12,909. There are also 76 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Escondido ranging from $895 to $10,000.

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 $895 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,249.

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 $2,529 to $12,909, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,900 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,534.

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