Cheap Apartments for Rent in Valley Center, CA from $1,400 (13 Rentals)

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Woodlake
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodlake

2240 Bear Valley PkyEscondido, CA 92027
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Villa Quixote
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Quixote

400-408 E Mission AveEscondido, CA 92025
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Pacifica Palms Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pacifica Palms Apartments

1829-1873 E Washington AveEscondido, CA 92027
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Valley Center, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Valley Center, CA

Pricing Updated: 01/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Valley Center, CA area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Valley Center Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Daley Ranch$2,112$1,75014

Cheapest Available Valley Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Valley Center, CA is a Studio unit found at Vida in the East Valley neighborhood priced from $1,564. Village Green Senior Community in the North Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Valley Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
VidaSageStudio,1BA$1,564
Village Green Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Summerfield VillasJunior Unit with Modern Updates in Central Esco...1BR,1BA$1,625
Valle at ParkNatura1BR,1BA$1,676
BirchmontThe Heritage1BR,1BA$1,699

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Valley Center, CA and Nearby

As of January 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Valley Center area is the $1.93 price per square foot 2x2 Large Model at Fountain Estates Apartments in the in the San Pasqual neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Valley Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Cove at Bear Valley starting at $2,695 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the The Groves at Eureka Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Valley Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fountain Estates Apartments2x2 Large2BR,2BA$1.93
The Cove at Bear Valley2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.34
Arezzo2/22BR,2BA$2.50
The WillowsPlan A2BR,2BA$2.46
Park2x1A2BR,1BA$2.14
Country Club VillasPlan One1BR,1BA$2.47
1202 Pearl2 BED 1 BATH2BR,1BA$2.22
Alta CimaVillager1BR,1BA$2.40
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
Village Green Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Valley Center Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Valley Center?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Valley Center is at Vida listed at $1,564.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Valley Center Apartment is $1,595 at Village Green Senior Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Valley Center Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Valley Center is starting from $1,850 at 55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments.

What is the most affordable Valley Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Valley Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Valle at Mission and starts from $2,494.

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The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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