
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midway Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,200 (48 Rentals)
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1499 Wilson Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

2041 E Grand Ave, Unit 53

Casa Grande Apartments

Birchmont

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Solana at Grand

Summit Rose Apartments

Summerfield Villas

Alta Cima
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Park Apartments

Parkway Village

Valle at Park

Valle at Mission

Arroyo Escondido Apartments

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Oak Hill Apartments

Teton Pines Apartments

1811 E Grand Ave, Unit 126, Unit 126
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Estancia Apartments

350 E Washington Ave

1316 E Grand Ave

767 Ball Ave

Fountain Estates Apartments

Stonewood Villas

Villa Escondido

Juniper Court Apartments

Juniper Senior Village
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Hickorywood Villas

Bali Apartments

Woodlawn Apartments

Silverwood Villas

Rosewood Villas

405 N Juniper St

Summerwood Villas

830 E Washington Ave

Woodlake
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Villa Quixote

Pacifica Palms Apartments

Grand Center

Thomas House Apartments

636 Aster St

Savenna Apartments

Paseo del Prado

Monte Verde Estates

1811 E Grand Ave
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Sage View Apartments

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1202 Pearl
Midway, Escondido, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midway?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midway Studio Apartments | $1,738 | $1,623 | $1,765 |
| Midway 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,450 | $1,445 | $3,727 |
| Midway 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,926 | $1,875 | $4,550 |
| Midway 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,216 | $2,577 | $9,530 |
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There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midway Neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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Cheapest Available Midway Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midway area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vida priced from $1,445. 1202 Pearl has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here are the most affordable Midway apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vida | Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| 1202 Pearl | 1 BED 1 BATH A | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Casa Grande Apartments | Studio Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Birchmont | The Heritage | 1BR,1BA | $1,749 |
| Solana at Grand | Torrey Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,765 |
| Pacifica Palms Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Summerfield Villas | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,875 |
| Alta Cima | Highlander | 1BR,1BA | $1,890 |
| Parkway Village | 1Bed 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midway, CA
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midway area is the $2.53 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at 938 N. Fig in the in the North Broadway neighborhood starting from $3,295. The second greatest value Midway apartment is the 2x2 Large Model at Fountain Estates Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.14 price per square foot in the San Pasqual neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midway apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 938 N. Fig | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.53 |
| Fountain Estates Apartments | 2x2 Large | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Alta Cima | Townsman | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| Paseo del Prado | Paseo del Prado 2 Bed 1 Bath Downstairs - Pleas... | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Arroyo Escondido Apartments | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Estancia Apartments | 2+2 Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Park Apartments | Design 2B Premier 2 | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Summit Rose Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.29 |
| Oak Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Summerfield Villas | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.59 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Escondido. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midway Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midway?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midway is under $1,925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midway?
The cheapest apartment in Midway is Vida which is listed at $1,445, while the average apartment in Midway costs $4,416.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midway?
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 164 regular apartments in Midway that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Midway?
Cheap apartments in Midway have an average cost of $2,230 which is $2,186 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midway.
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