Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Vista, CA (29 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Vista as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Millcreek Apartments
$2,195 - $2,650

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Base Rent$2,195 - $2,650

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7 Months, 13 Months
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Millcreek Apartments

2130 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Bella Terra
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$2,032 - $7,102

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Base Rent$2,032 - $7,102

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Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 18 Months
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Bella Terra

365 Pomelo DrVista, CA 92081
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Softwind Point
$1,785 - $5,195

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Base Rent$1,785 - $5,195

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Softwind Point

881 Soft Wind RdVista, CA 92081
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Shadowridge Woodbend
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$2,388 - $6,615

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Base Rent$2,388 - $6,615

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6 Months, 18 Months
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Shadowridge Woodbend

1500 Shadowridge DrVista, CA 92081
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property at 2012 Troy Pl
$10,211

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Base Rent$10,211

Total Monthly Price$10,211
5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
Available Sep 1, 2029
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2012 Troy Pl

VistaCA92084
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East Crest Apartments
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East Crest Apartments

1020-1039 N Citrus AveVista, CA 92084
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Cedar Woods Apartments
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6 Months
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Cedar Woods Apartments

210 Cedar RdVista, CA 92083
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Sofi Shadowridge
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3 Months, 13 Months
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Sofi Shadowridge

1850 Thibodo RdVista, CA 92081
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Boulevard
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$2,375 - $2,885Short Term Available
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1 Month, 13 Months
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Boulevard

1904 College BlvdOceanside, CA 92056
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Viewpoint Luxury Apartments
Short Term Available
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9 Months, 14 Months
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Viewpoint Luxury Apartments

830 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078

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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 Short-term Vista Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Vista?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Vista is at Softwind Point listed at $1,785.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Vista Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Vista is $3,430.

What is the largest Short-term Vista Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Vista is a 2,594 square feet unit starting from $10,211 at 2012 Troy Pl.

What is the average size for Vista Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Vista is currently at 871 sq ft.

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