
Cheap Homes for Rent in Vista, CA from $1,700 (21 Rentals)
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4435 Summer Dr

944 Maryland Dr

2446 E Vista Way

755 Rincon St

3529 Roselle Ave
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4748 Sunny Hills Rd

742 W California Ave

3569 Surf Pl

6980 Ballena Way
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955 Postal Way

1242 Monique Ct

1050 Meadow Lake Dr

316 Smilax Rd

603 Sunset Dr, Unit #3U

3247 Calle Osuna

3709 Balboa Dr

2395 Rancho Del Oro Rd
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Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Vista?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Vista 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,172 | $2,195 | $4,900 |
Vista 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,113 | $2,995 | $7,959 |
Vista 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,227 | $3,595 | $10,000+ |
Vista 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,107 | $4,550 | $10,000+ |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Vale Terrace Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Vista Del Mar | Upstairs Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
La Sabila | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,737 |
Vista Sun | Plan E | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vista, CA
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Vista area is the $2.18 price per square foot The Verona Model at Piazza D'Oro in the in the Mira Costa neighborhood starting from $3,723. The second greatest value Vista apartment is the A Model at Santa Fe Townhomes starting at $3,395 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the Grand Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vista apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Piazza D'Oro | The Verona | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.18 |
Santa Fe Townhomes | A | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.02 |
Foothill Courtyards | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
Spacious & Sunny 1, 2, and 3-bedroom Apartments | 3+2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
Ridgepoint Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath master | 2BR,2BA | $2.35 |
Grande Vista Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.40 |
Parkstone Vista | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,2BA | $2.59 |
Newport Gardens Apartments, Vista | 2/2 Up | 2BR,2BA | $2.69 |
Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B L | 2BR,1BA | $2.62 |
Vale Terrace Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Vista
What type of rentals are currently available in Vista?
There are currently 428 Apartments for Rent in Vista, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,650 to $7,967. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Vista ranging from $1,750 to $12,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Vista?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Vista ranges from $1,750 to $12,995 with an average monthly rent of $4,014.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Vista?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Vista range from $2,695 to $7,967, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,995 to $7,959. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,595 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,500.
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