
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake Hodges Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,800 (17 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Lake Hodges area of Escondido.


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Haven76

Elan Felicita Creek

Diamond Pointe

Vermont Villas
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Eucalyptus View Apartments

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1251-1253 S Tulip St

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Lake Hodges, Escondido, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake Hodges?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Hodges Studio Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
| Lake Hodges 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,475 | $2,150 | $2,703 |
| Lake Hodges 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,937 | $2,425 | $6,243 |
| Lake Hodges 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,950 | $2,900 | $3,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake Hodges Neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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Cheapest Available Lake Hodges Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake Hodges area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elan Felicita Creek priced from $2,150. Creekside Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,415. Here are the most affordable Lake Hodges apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elan Felicita Creek | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Creekside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
| Haven76 | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2,703 |
| Diamond Pointe | Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake Hodges, CA
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake Hodges area is the $2.42 price per square foot Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs Model at Diamond Pointe in the in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Lake Hodges apartment is the Plan A2 Model at Haven76 starting at $2,703 with a $3.53 price per square foot in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake Hodges apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Pointe | Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| Haven76 | Plan A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.53 |
| Creekside Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Elan Felicita Creek | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake Hodges Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lake Hodges?
The cheapest apartment in Lake Hodges is Elan Felicita Creek which is listed at $2,150, while the average apartment in Lake Hodges costs $2,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lake Hodges?
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 9 regular apartments in Lake Hodges that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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