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Mariposa
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$2,023 - $2,807
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221 Smilax RdVista, CA 92083
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Millcreek Apartments
$2,107 - $2,809
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Millcreek Apartments

2130 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Breeze Hill
$2,169 - $3,135
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Breeze Hill

710 Breeze Hill RdVista, CA 92081
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$2,195 - $2,795

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Taylor Brooke
$2,203 - $2,383
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Taylor Brooke

911 Taylor StVista, CA 92084
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764 Eucalyptus AveVista, CA 92084
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760 Eucalyptus AveVista, CA 92084

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Cheapest Available Vista Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Vista, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Vale Terrace Apartments in the Oak Drive Villas neighborhood priced from $1,650. Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Guajome neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Vista apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vale Terrace Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,650
Altura Villas - 55+ Senior ApartmentsThe Olive - One Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1,650
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,750
Pepperwood ApartmentsPlan 1Studio,1BA$1,855
Sycamore Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,925
Las Palmas Apartments !1+1 Upstairs1BR,1BA$1,950
The Grand at Vista VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Villa Santa FeStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Vista Glen Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,995
Plymouth Heights ApartmentsUpper One Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vista, CA

As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vista area is the $2.14 price per square foot 2BR/2.5BA Model at KSB - Santa Fe Townhomes in the in the Ocean Hills neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value Vista apartment is the Three Bed Two Bath - B Model at Arcadia Pines starting at $3,500 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Guajome neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vista apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
KSB - Santa Fe Townhomes2BR/2.5BA2BR,2.5BA$2.14
Arcadia PinesThree Bed Two Bath - B3BR,2BA$2.19
Piazza D'OroThe Rome3BR,3.5BA$2.49
Briarcrest Apartments2 Beds, 1 Bath Model2BR,1BA$2.00
Casa Antigua Apartments2x2 (1225/45 BLDG)2BR,2BA$2.45
Ridgepoint ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath master2BR,2BA$2.35
157 Vera Cir2 bed - 2 bath1BR,1BA$2.60
Parkstone Vista2 BEDROOM2BR,2BA$2.59
La Valle De Vista1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.19
Vale Terrace Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$2.36

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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 Cheap Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Vista?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Vista is at Pepperwood Apartments listed at $1,855.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vista Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vista Apartment is $1,650 at Vale Terrace Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vista is starting from $2,100 at Serra 9hundred.

What is the most affordable Vista Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Vista Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arcadia Pines and starts from $3,500.

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