
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riviera Estates Neighborhood of Vista, CA from $900 (21 Rentals)
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Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments

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Riviera Estates, Vista, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riviera Estates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riviera Estates Studio Apartments | $2,315 | $1,850 | $2,648 |
| Riviera Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $1,750 | $2,764 |
| Riviera Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,924 | $2,000 | $3,705 |
| Riviera Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| Riviera Estates 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Riviera Estates Neighborhood of Vista, CA.
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Cheapest Available Riviera Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riviera Estates area of San Diego, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments priced from $1,650. La Valle De Vista has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Riviera Estates apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments | The Olive - One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| La Valle De Vista | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Villa Santa Fe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
| Mira Monte Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Elan Pointe Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riviera Estates, CA
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riviera Estates 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 Riviera Estates apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at La Valle De Vista starting at $1,750 with a $2.19 price per square foot in the Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riviera Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia Pines | Three Bed Two Bath - B | 3BR,2BA | $2.19 |
| La Valle De Vista | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| Persea | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| Mira Monte Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Elan Pointe Vista | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
| Vista Sun | Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $2.93 |
| Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments | The Clementine - One Bedroom One Bath Villa | 1BR,1BA | $2.92 |
| Villa Santa Fe | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $4.68 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riviera Estates Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Estates Apartment is $1,650 at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riviera Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riviera Estates is starting from $2,195 at Vista Sun.
What is the most affordable Riviera Estates Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riviera Estates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arcadia Pines and starts from $3,500.
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