1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Vista, CA (209 Rentals)

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Persea
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$2,453 - $3,280
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$2,448 - $4,437
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Persea

1333 N Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Millcreek Apartments
$2,195 - $2,275
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$2,195 - $2,695
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Millcreek Apartments

2130 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Mariposa
$2,019 - $2,139
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$2,023 - $2,807
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Mariposa

221 Smilax RdVista, CA 92083
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Bella Terra
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$1,999 - $4,042
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$2,004 - $6,973
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Bella Terra

365 Pomelo DrVista, CA 92081
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Softwind Point
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$2,161 - $3,985
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$1,812 - $4,930
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Softwind Point

881 Soft Wind RdVista, CA 92081
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Taylor Brooke
$2,196 - $2,459
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$2,226 - $2,736
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Taylor Brooke

911 Taylor StVista, CA 92084
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property at 701 Breeze Hill Rd

$3,800 - $4,290

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Available Aug 28

701 Breeze Hill Rd

VistaCA92081

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Largest Available Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Vista, CA is found at Modera Melrose in the Vista neighborhood and is 879 square feet priced from $3,169. Palomar Station in the San Marcos neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 829 square feet and currently listed start at $2,715. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Vista:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Modera MelroseA04D879 Sq Ft$3,169
Palomar StationOne Bedroom - 6829 Sq Ft$2,715
Elan Paseo Vista1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11B820 Sq Ft$2,638
Carlsbad View ApartmentsOne Bedroom815 Sq Ft$2,295
Shadow Ridge Apartments1x1815 Sq Ft$2,399
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath800 Sq Ft$1,750
PerseaA1796 Sq Ft$2,453
Foothill Courtyards1 bedroom 1 bath767 Sq Ft$2,009
Mira Monte Apartments1BR/1.0BA750 Sq Ft$2,095
157 Vera Cir2 bed - 2 bath0 Sq Ft$2,600

Cheapest Available Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 19, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Vista, CA is the 1BR/1BA Model starting from $1,650 at Vale Terrace Apartments in the Vista neighborhood. The second most affordable Vista 1 Bedroom is the The Olive - One Bedroom One Bath Model at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments starting at $1,650 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Vista is currently $2,482. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Vista:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Vale Terrace Apartments1BR/1BA$1,650
Altura Villas - 55+ Senior ApartmentsThe Olive - One Bedroom One Bath$1,650
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath$1,750
Grandon Village1+1 60%$1,885
Sunset Springs ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom$1,900
Rancho Santa Fe Village1 Bedroom$1,909
Ascot Village1BR/1.0BA$1,993
Vista Glen Apartments1 Bedroom$1,995
Plymouth Heights ApartmentsUpper One Bedroom$2,000
Bella TerraPlan A$2,004

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Vista Overview

Snugly located in the Southern California hub of San Diego County, Vista is a charming city of 100,000 souls. Just a few short miles from the scenic coastline of the Pacific Ocean, this working-class locale makes a perfect place to call home for a variety of lifestyles.

Why live in Vista, CA?

The local school district is a major employer in the city and consistently makes the grade, making Vista apartments an ideally spot for anyone pursuing a teaching career or raising a family. Beach life goes hand-in-hand with Vista as well, with the Pacific Ocean just a mere seven miles away from a wide swath of California apartments for rent, and the city's winning mix of eateries, public parkland and retail shopping options makes it a fantastic option for anyone eager to discover all that the West Coast has to offer.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Vista with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Vista is at Vale Terrace Apartments listed at $1,650.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Vista Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Vista is $2,482.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Vista is a 879 square feet unit starting from $3,169 at Modera Melrose.

What is the average size for Vista 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Vista is currently 981 sq ft.

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