Cheap Apartments for Rent in Vista, CA from $1,557 (72 Rentals)

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property at 524 Longmeadow St

$1,400

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$1,400
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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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524 Longmeadow St

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Softwind Point
$1,833 - $5,058
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Softwind Point

881 Soft Wind RdVista, CA 92081
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Bella Terra
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$1,996 - $6,966
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Bella Terra

365 Pomelo DrVista, CA 92081
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property at 3342 Silver Oak Ln

$2,000

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$2,000
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3342 Silver Oak Ln

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Mariposa
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$2,019 - $2,803
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Mariposa

221 Smilax RdVista, CA 92083
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760 Eucalyptus Ave
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760 Eucalyptus Ave

760 Eucalyptus AveVista, CA 92084
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764 Eucalyptus Ave
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764 Eucalyptus Ave

764 Eucalyptus AveVista, CA 92084
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Westwind Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Westwind Apartments

171-180 Nettleton RdVista, CA 92083
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Villa Del Norte
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Villa Del Norte

1610 N Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92083
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La Sabila
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La Sabila

2357 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92083
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Sunset Trails
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Trails

959 Postal WayVista, CA 92083
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Vista Sunrise
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Vista Sunrise

240 Nevada AveVista, CA 92084
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Casa Celeste
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Casa Celeste

415 E Indian Rock RdVista, CA 92084
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Villa Santa Fe
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Villa Santa Fe

1626 N Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92083
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Vista, CA Local Guide

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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 Vista neighborhood priced from $1,650. Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments in the Vista 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
Softwind PointStudioStudio,1BA$1,833
Sunset Springs ApartmentsStandard One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,900
Senior Community: Rancho Santa Fe Village 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,909
Las Palmas Apartments !1+1 Downstairs1BR,1BA$1,925
The Grand at Vista VillageStudioStudio,1BA$1,950
Villa Santa FeStudioStudio,1BA$1,975
Ascot Village1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,993

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vista, CA

As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vista area is the $2.19 price per square foot Three Bed Two Bath - B Model at Arcadia Pines in the in the Vista neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Vista apartment is the The Venice Model at Piazza D'Oro starting at $4,043 with a $2.58 price per square foot in the Mira Costa 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.
Arcadia PinesThree Bed Two Bath - B3BR,2BA$2.19
Piazza D'OroThe Venice2BR,2.5BA$2.58
Copper Hill Apartments2 BR / 2 BA2BR,2BA$2.20
Emerald Vista Apartments3-2 Up w/balcony3BR,2BA$2.30
Briarcrest Apartments2 Beds, 1 Bath Model2BR,1BA$2.00
Ridgepoint ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath master2BR,2BA$2.35
MariposaTwo Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio2BR,2BA$2.54
Newport Gardens Apartments2/2 Up2BR,2BA$2.52
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 Softwind Point listed at $1,833.

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 Emerald Vista Apartments and starts from $2,649.

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