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Valley Center, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Valley Center, CA

Pricing Updated: 02/25/2026

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$2,125$1,75017

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 $1,546. 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$1,546
Village Green Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,595
Summerfield VillasJunior Unit with Modern Updates in Central Esco...1BR,1BA$1,625
BirchmontThe Heritage1BR,1BA$1,699
1202 Pearl1 BED 1 BATH B1BR,1BA$1,749

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

As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Valley Center area is the $2.19 price per square foot 3+2.5 Duplex Townhouse w/ Backyard Model at Estancia Apartments in the in the East Valley neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Valley Center apartment is the Cypress Model at Park starting at $2,703 with a $2.35 price per square foot in the East Valley 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.
Estancia Apartments3+2.5 Duplex Townhouse w/ Backyard3BR,2.5BA$2.19
ParkCypress3BR,2BA$2.35
The Cove at Bear Valley2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.34
Windsong Villas3/2 up3BR,2BA$2.34
The WillowsPlan A2BR,2BA$2.30
Country Club VillasPlan One1BR,1BA$2.47
Alta CimaVillager1BR,1BA$2.40
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44
1202 Pearl1 BED 1 BATH B1BR,1BA$2.59
Village Green Senior CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.44

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Frequently Asked Questions about Valley Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Valley Center?

There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Valley Center, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,546 to $4,550. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Valley Center ranging from $1,750 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Valley Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Valley Center ranges from $1,750 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,123.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

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.