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Escondido, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Escondido?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Escondido 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,230 | $2,200 | $4,615 |
Escondido 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,475 | $2,500 | $8,500 |
Escondido 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,091 | $4,050 | $7,500 |
Escondido 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $4,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Escondido Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Escondido, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1202 Pearl in the West End neighborhood priced from $1,538. Vida in the East Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,552. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Escondido apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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1202 Pearl | 1 BED 1 BATH A | 1BR,1BA | $1,538 |
Vida | Dahlia | 1BR,1BA | $1,552 |
Village Green Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA
As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Escondido area is the $2.54 price per square foot 3+2 Model at Estancia Apartments in the in the The Groves at Eureka Springs neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Escondido apartment is the Cypress Model at Park starting at $2,978 with a $2.59 price per square foot in the East Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Escondido apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Estancia Apartments | 3+2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.54 |
Park | Cypress | 3BR,2BA | $2.59 |
850 E. Washington Ave | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.30 |
The Willows | Plan A | 2BR,2BA | $2.32 |
Country Club Villas | Plan Two | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
Elan Riverwalk | 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.58 |
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
339 W 15th Ave | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
Plaza Verde | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Escondido
What type of rentals are currently available in Escondido?
There are currently 514 Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,538 to $7,500. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Escondido ranging from $1,500 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Escondido?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Escondido ranges from $1,500 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,938.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Escondido?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Escondido range from $2,595 to $7,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $8,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,050 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,650.
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