Apartments for Rent with Specials in Vista, CA (30 Rentals)

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Persea
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$2,396 - $4,603
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$2,396 - $4,603

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Persea

1333 N Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Millcreek Apartments
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$2,195 - $2,650
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$2,195 - $2,650

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Specials *Move in Special* $300 Off First Month Rent on all Two-Bedroom Apartments.
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Millcreek Apartments

2130 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Pepperwood Apartments
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$2,060 - $2,815Special Offer
Specials USE CODE “SPECIAL2026" FOR $0 APPLICATION FEE!* $199 Deposit On Approved Credit!* *On select apartments. Restrictions apply, see ma
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Pepperwood Apartments

2144 University DrVista, CA 92083
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Shadowridge Heights
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$2,420 - $2,945Special Offer
Discounts USE CODE “SPECIAL2026" FOR $0 APPLICATION FEE!* 1-13 Month Leases and Remodeled Apartments Available!* $199 Deposit On Approved Cr
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Shadowridge Heights

1510 S Melrose DrVista, CA 92081
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Bella Terra
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$2,044 - $7,042
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$2,044 - $7,042

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Discounts Up to $2,000 Off Base Rent on Select Units!* *Base Rent. On select units only. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Exc
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Bella Terra

365 Pomelo DrVista, CA 92081
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Softwind Point
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$1,840 - $4,987
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$1,840 - $4,987

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Discounts Limited Time Only: Up to $1,000 Off Base Rent On Select Units!* *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Exclud
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Softwind Point

881 Soft Wind RdVista, CA 92081
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Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments
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$1,650 - $2,650Special Offer
Discounts 2BD/2BA Villa: $1000 Deposit + $500 Off 2nd Month’s Rent (On Approved Credit) 1BD/1BA Villa: $1000 Deposit + $500 Off 2nd Month’s
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Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments

760 E Bobier DrVista, CA 92084
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Avalon Vista
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$2,633 - $3,470Special Offer
Specials * Apply by 9/4 for 1 month off! * Terms and conditions apply.
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Avalon Vista

701-465 S Breeze Hill RdVista, CA 92081
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Preserve at Melrose
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$2,747 - $5,024Special Offer
Specials Now Offering Up to 6 Weeks Free Plus $750 Look & Lease Special When You Apply by August 31, 2026! Terms & Conditions Apply. Contact
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Preserve at Melrose

1401 N Melrose DrVista, CA 92083
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Shadowridge Woodbend
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$2,559 - $6,586
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$2,559 - $6,586

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Shadowridge Woodbend

1500 Shadowridge DrVista, CA 92081
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Elan Shadowridge Meadows
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$2,575 - $3,195Special Offer
Specials MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Now offering up to TWO WEEKS RENT FREE on select apartment homes! Restrictions apply - Contact us for more inform
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Elan Shadowridge Meadows

1515 S Melrose DrVista, CA 92081
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Las Palmas Apartments !
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$1,925 - $1,950Special Offer
1 Month Free $1000 off first month rent on 6-month leases. One month free on 11-month leases. Call office for details
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Las Palmas Apartments !

300 W Los Angeles DrVista, CA 92083
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Elan Vista Alta
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$2,345 - $2,720Special Offer
Specials MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Now offering up to $500.00 OFF RENT on select apartment homes! Restrictions apply - Contact us for more informati
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Elan Vista Alta

173 Durian StVista, CA 92083
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Shadowridge Park Apartments
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$2,528 - $3,078Special Offer
Specials SAVE UP TO $7,050! $6,050 concession + $1,000 LOOK & LEASE when you apply within 24hrs - selected apartment homes (new move ins onl
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Shadowridge Park Apartments

2000 S Melrose DrVista, CA 92081
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Modera Melrose
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$2,644 - $3,883Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy up to 6 weeks of rent free living on select homes when you lease by 9/30/26! Plus, enjoy an additional 2 weeks free when
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Modera Melrose

5011-5061 Oceanside BlvdOceanside, CA 92056
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Palomar Station
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$2,722 - $4,807
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$2,722 - $4,807

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1 Month Free Up to 1 Month Free Base Rent! Min. term & restrictions apply. Other costs & fees excluded. Offer may change.
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Palomar Station

1257 Armorlite DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Boulevard
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$2,575 - $2,885Special Offer
Specials USE CODE “SPECIAL2026" FOR $0 APPLICATION FEE!* 1-13 Month Leases and Remodeled Apartments Available!* $199 Deposit On Approved Cre
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Boulevard

1904 College BlvdOceanside, CA 92056
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Island Club
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$2,197 - $2,899
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$2,197 - $2,899

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1 Month Free Receive up to one month free when you move into select apartment homes. Conditions apply.
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Island Club

2300 Catalina CirOceanside, CA 92056
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Ocean Vista
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$2,010 - $2,680Special Offer
Specials 1 Month Free Rent - Limited Time - Move in by August 31st and receive one month's rent free on select apartment homes with qualifyi
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Ocean Vista

3760 North WayOceanside, CA 92056
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Carlsbad View Apartments
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$2,295 - $3,025Special Offer
1 Month Free Now is the perfect time to make your move to Carlsbad View Apartments! For a limited time, move into one of our beautiful apart
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Carlsbad View Apartments

3675 Barnard DrOceanside, CA 92056
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Shadow Ridge Apartments
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$2,299 - $2,895Special Offer
1 Month Free Move-In Special One Home Only - Get 1 Month Free! Up to $1,500 Off Select Vacant and Pre-Leased Homes! Special Will Not Last -
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Shadow Ridge Apartments

3699 Barnard DrOceanside, CA 92056
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Sofi Ocean Hills
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$2,486 - $4,433Special Offer
Specials Look & Lease for 1,000 Off! *Restrictions apply. Applies to new move-ins only. Contact our leasing office for details and to schedu
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Sofi Ocean Hills

3500 Windrift WayOceanside, CA 92056
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Grandon Village
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$1,557 - $2,241Special Offer
Specials NOW OFFERING! $1,000 Security Deposits if you move in by August 31st, 2026! *On Approved Credit, for a limited time only.* Call for
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Grandon Village

1607 Grandon AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Vista, CA Local Guide

Top Apartments in Vista, CA with Move-In Specials Ending This Month

Specials updated: 08-24-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending this month for top Vista, CA apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Rancho Hills

Up to $1,000 Off! On Select Units.Expires August 31, 2026

Millcreek Apartments

*Move in Special* $300 Off First Month Rent on all Two-Bedroom Apartments.Expires August 31, 2026

Elan Shadowridge Meadows

MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Now offering up to TWO WEEKS RENT FREE on select apartment homes! Restrictions apply - Contact us for more information! Equal Housing Opportunity.Expires August 25, 2026

Persea

Limited time special pricing on all floorplans!* *Restrictions apply.Expires August 25, 2026

Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments

2BD/2BA Villa: $1000 Deposit + $500 Off 2nd Month’s Rent (On Approved Credit) 1BD/1BA Villa: $1000 Deposit + $500 Off 2nd Month’s Rent (On Approved Credit) 1BD/1BA Apartments: $700 Deposit + $500 Off 2nd Month’s Rent (On Approved Credit)Expires August 25, 2026

Elan Vista Alta

MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Now offering up to $500.00 OFF RENT on select apartment homes! Restrictions apply - Contact us for more information! Equal Housing Opportunity.Expires August 25, 2026

Shadowridge Park Apartments

SAVE UP TO $7,050! $6,050 concession + $1,000 LOOK & LEASE when you apply within 24hrs - selected apartment homes (new move ins only-see leasing office for details). *All prices and specials are subject to change and may vary depending on move in date.Expires August 25, 2026

Bella Terra

Up to $2,000 Off Base Rent on Select Units!* *Base Rent. On select units only. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for details.Expires August 25, 2026

Shadowridge Woodbend

Call for our specials!Expires August 25, 2026

Softwind Point

Limited Time Only: Up to $1,000 Off Base Rent On Select Units!* *Base Rent. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for details.Expires August 25, 2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Vista, CA

Specials updated: 08-24-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Vista, CA. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

Elan Vista Alta

MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Now offering up to $500.00 OFF RENT on select apartment homes! Restrictions apply - Contact us for more information! Equal Housing Opportunity.

Bella Terra

Up to $2,000 Off Base Rent on Select Units!* *Base Rent. On select units only. Minimum lease term applies. Other Cost and Fees Excluded. Restrictions apply, please call for details.

Shadowridge Woodbend

Call for our specials!

Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments

2BD/2BA Villa: $1000 Deposit + $500 Off 2nd Month’s Rent (On Approved Credit) 1BD/1BA Villa: $1000 Deposit + $500 Off 2nd Month’s Rent (On Approved Credit) 1BD/1BA Apartments: $700 Deposit + $500 Off 2nd Month’s Rent (On Approved Credit)

Shadowridge Park Apartments

SAVE UP TO $7,050! $6,050 concession + $1,000 LOOK & LEASE when you apply within 24hrs - selected apartment homes (new move ins only-see leasing office for details). *All prices and specials are subject to change and may vary depending on move in date.

Rancho Hills

Up to $1,000 Off! On Select Units.

Preserve at Melrose

Now Offering Up to 6 Weeks Free Plus $750 Look & Lease Special When You Apply by August 31, 2026! Terms & Conditions Apply. Contact Us for Details.

Avalon Vista

* Apply by 9/4 for 1 month off! * Terms and conditions apply.

Millcreek Apartments

*Move in Special* $300 Off First Month Rent on all Two-Bedroom Apartments.

Elan Shadowridge Meadows

MOVE-IN SPECIAL - Now offering up to TWO WEEKS RENT FREE on select apartment homes! Restrictions apply - Contact us for more information! Equal Housing Opportunity.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Vista?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Vista is at Grandon Village listed at $1,557.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Vista Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Vista is $2,913.

What is the largest Rent Specials Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Vista is a 1,765 square feet unit starting from $2,722 at Palomar Station.

What is the average size for Vista Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Vista is currently at 745 sq ft.

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