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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Escondido Neighborhood of Escondido, CA from $1,000 (23 Rentals)
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Summer Creek Apartments
640 W Lincoln AveEscondido, CA 92026
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from $1,7202 Bedroom Apartments Available May 15
Village Green Senior Community
1068 N BroadwayEscondido, CA 92026
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from $1,725Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Casa Grande Apartments
425-455 E Washington AveEscondido, CA 92025
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from $1,7471 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Valle at Escondido
1204 N Escondido BlvdEscondido, CA 92026
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from $1,7501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments
1815 N BroadwayEscondido, CA 92026
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from $1,759Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Solana at Grand
1501 E Grand AveEscondido, CA 92027
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Pacifica Palms Apartments
1829-1873 E Washington AveEscondido, CA 92027
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Central Escondido, Escondido, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Escondido?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Escondido Studio Apartments | $1,741 | $1,623 | $1,815 |
| Central Escondido 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $1,665 | $3,590 |
| Central Escondido 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,749 | $1,720 | $4,700 |
| Central Escondido 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,322 | $2,595 | $5,099 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central Escondido Neighborhood of Escondido, CA.
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Cheapest Available Central Escondido Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Escondido area of San Diego, CA is a Studio unit found at Vida priced from $1,623. Casa Grande Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,725. Here are the most affordable Central Escondido apartments for rent in San Diego, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vida | Sage | Studio,1BA | $1,623 |
| Casa Grande Apartments | Studio Upgraded | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| Valle at Escondido | Casa | 1BR,1BA | $1,747 |
| Solana at Grand | Torrey Renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,759 |
| Pacifica Palms Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Escondido, CA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Escondido area is the $2.33 price per square foot Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs Model at Diamond Pointe in the in the Urbana at Citracado Village neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Central Escondido apartment is the Cypress Model at Park starting at $2,646 with a $2.30 price per square foot in the East Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Escondido apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Pointe | Three Bed Two Bath Home - Upstairs | 3BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Park | Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $2.30 |
| 850 E. Washington Ave | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Elan Riverwalk | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
| 55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| 1775 S Maple St, Unit #B | 1775 S Maple St | 2BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| 339 W 15th Ave | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Alta Cima Apartment Homes *$1000 Off* | Villager | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Plaza Verde | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Valle at Escondido | Casa | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States, including Escondido. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Central Escondido Neighborhood in Escondido, CA
Walk Score®
81 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
53 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
43 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Escondido Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Escondido?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Escondido is under $1,900.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Escondido?
The cheapest apartment in Central Escondido is Vida which is listed at $1,676, while the average apartment in Central Escondido costs $4,674.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Escondido?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Central Escondido that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Central Escondido?
Cheap apartments in Central Escondido have an average cost of $127 which is $4,547 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Escondido.
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