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173 Pala Vista Dr, Vista, CA 92083, USA|Vista
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Property Overview
Playa Vista Apartments offers a spacious 2-bed layout and ranks in the 80th percentile for value per square foot, reflecting strong overall value. With expert ratings of 8.3/10 overall and 9/10 for price, amenities, and location, it provides an excellent balance of cost, convenience, and on-site features, supported by an 8/10 trustworthiness score for transparent, detailed listing information.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Laundry available on site
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 1,100 sqft | $2,695 /mo | 1 unit available | ! Just Remodel Beautiful Spacious 2 bed /1 Bath apartments. Great Location!!! 2 Minutes Away From the 78 Freeway, Shopping, Restaurants, Schools, Parks, Easy Freeway Access, Grocery Stores, Public Transit, Much More! We strive to provide excellent service every day. Schedule a tour today to find the home that you have been looking for! Details • Sq. Ft.: 1100 • Bedrooms 2 • Baths: 1 • Monthly Rent: $2695.00 • Application Fee $45.00 • Deposit: $1500..00 (OAC) • Available: NOW • Vertical Blinds • Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink • Gas Stove • Refrigerator • Dishwasher • Microwave • Brushed Nickel Fixtures, ceiling Fan in Bedrooms and living room • Cable Ready • Flooring Tile like wood AMENITIES: • 1 Shared Garage • Washer and Dryer on-site • Water Sewer and Trash Include it. • Option to pay Online and make services requests. Located just minutes from the freeway, schools, and a nearby transit center, it's ideal for easy commuting Vista is just a couple blocks away, offering a variety of great food spots. Schedule a tour today! For More Information, Please Contact us! (760) 547-3874 |
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Amenities for Playa Vista Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Water Sewer and Trash |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
| Microwave | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Laundry Room On-site | Onsite Laundry |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 14 |
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About Playa Vista Apartments
! Just Remodel Beautiful Spacious 2 bed /1 Bath apartments. Great Location!!! 2 Minutes Away From the 78 Freeway, Shopping, Restaurants, Schools, Parks, Easy Freeway Access, Grocery Stores, Public Transit, Much More! We strive to provide excellent service every day. Schedule a tour today to find the home that you have been looking for! Details • Sq. Ft.: 1100 • Bedrooms 2 • Baths: 1 • Monthly Rent: $2695.00 • Application Fee $45.00 • Deposit: $1500..00 (OAC) • Available: NOW • Vertical Blinds • Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink • Gas Stove • Refrigerator • Dishwasher • Microwave • Brushed Nickel Fixtures, ceiling Fan in Bedrooms and living room • Cable Ready • Flooring Tile like wood AMENITIES: • 1 Shared Garage • Washer and Dryer on-site • Water Sewer and Trash Include it. • Option to pay Online and make services requests. Located just minutes from the freeway, schools, and a nearby transit center, it's ideal for easy commuting Vista is just a couple blocks away, offering a variety of great food spots. Schedule a tour today! For More Information, Please Contact us! (760) 547-3874
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Playa Vista Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Playa Vista Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Playa Vista Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Playa Vista Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including laundry room on-site. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Playa Vista Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Playa Vista Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Playa Vista Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Playa Vista Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Vista
2-bedroom apartments at Playa Vista Apartments cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Vista.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Vista
Vista
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $2,050 |
| June 2024 | $2,051 |
| July 2024 | $1,952 |
| August 2024 | $1,972 |
| September 2024 | $1,978 |
| October 2024 | $1,866 |
| November 2024 | $1,829 |
| December 2024 | $1,945 |
| January 2025 | $1,884 |
| February 2025 | $1,884 |
| March 2025 | $1,895 |
| April 2025 | $1,895 |
| May 2025 | $1,886 |
| June 2025 | $1,882 |
| July 2025 | $1,895 |
| August 2025 | $1,948 |
| September 2025 | $1,960 |
| October 2025 | $1,997 |
| November 2025 | $1,814 |
| December 2025 | $1,789 |
| January 2026 | $1,753 |
| February 2026 | $1,788 |
| March 2026 | $1,868 |
| April 2026 | $1,918 |
| May 2026 | $1,975 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,022 |
| July 2024 | $1,995 |
| August 2024 | $1,987 |
| September 2024 | $1,978 |
| October 2024 | $1,866 |
| November 2024 | $1,829 |
| December 2024 | $1,945 |
| January 2025 | $1,859 |
| February 2025 | $1,793 |
| March 2025 | $1,828 |
| April 2025 | $1,846 |
| May 2025 | $1,822 |
| June 2025 | $1,847 |
| July 2025 | $1,933 |
| August 2025 | $1,942 |
| September 2025 | $1,934 |
| October 2025 | $2,010 |
| November 2025 | $1,796 |
| December 2025 | $1,773 |
| January 2026 | $1,718 |
| February 2026 | $1,702 |
| March 2026 | $1,807 |
| April 2026 | $1,831 |
| May 2026 | $1,975 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 173 Pala Vista Dr?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$107,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $107,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,695.
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Schools near Playa Vista Apartments
California Avenue Elementary School
215 w ca ave
vista, CA, 92083
K-8Public
B+
Breeze Hill Elementary School
1111 melrose way
vista, CA, 92083
K-5Public
B+
Vista Visions Academy
1575 bonair dr
vista, CA, 92084
K-12Public
B-
North Coastal Consortium Schools
255 pico ave rm 220
san marcos, CA, 92069
K-12Public
Double Peak
111 san elijo rd
san marcos, CA, 92078
K-8Public
A
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Getting around Vista near 173 Pala Vista Dr
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 173 Pala Vista Dr, Vista
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk
High schools
4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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