
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riviera Estates Neighborhood of Vista, CA from $900 (22 Rentals)
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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 | $2,110 | $1,600 | $2,499 |
| Riviera Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $1,700 | $2,961 |
| Riviera Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,921 | $2,000 | $3,593 |
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There are currently 22 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 Studio unit found at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments priced from $1,600. 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 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| La Valle De Vista | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Vista Sun | Plan E | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| Mira Monte Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,850 |
| Elan Pointe Vista | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riviera Estates, CA
As of December 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riviera Estates area is the $2.63 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Mira Monte Apartments in the in the Guajome neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Riviera Estates apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at La Valle De Vista starting at $2,000 with a $2.22 price per square foot in the Oak Drive Villas 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Monte Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $2.63 |
| La Valle De Vista | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Elan Pointe Vista | Aspire | 1BR,1BA | $2.66 |
| Taylor Brooke | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath Villa | 1BR,1BA | $3.41 |
| NV Lofts | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.57 |
| Persea | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.71 |
| Vista Sun | Plan E | Studio ,1BA | $4.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riviera Estates Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Riviera Estates?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Riviera Estates is at Altura Villas - 55+ Senior Apartments listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riviera Estates Apartment is $1,750 at La Valle De Vista.
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 $2,000 at La Valle De Vista.
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