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Pet Friendly
Location
1626 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92083, USA|Vista
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Property Overview
Villa Santa Fe Apts earns a strong overall impression with a 9.2 Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting excellent value, amenities, location, and quality. It is a gated, pet-friendly property with outdoor spaces, and its proximity to public transit and nearby schools adds convenience for many renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Outdoor space
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| Studio | Studio | 1 bath | 426 sqft | $1,795–$2,025 /mo | 3 units available | Discover peaceful, comfortable living at Villa Santa Fe Apartments—a charming gated community surrounded by beautiful landscaping. Our spacious studio apartment homes are thoughtfully designed with ceiling fans, generous closet space, designer finishes, wood plank flooring*, and a private patio or balcony with additional outdoor storage. Each home also includes a complimentary assigned parking space. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities, relax with friends in the community gazebo, or spend a sunny afternoon at the BBQ and picnic area. With a welcoming, pet-friendly atmosphere and a dedicated dog park, Villa Santa Fe Apartments offers a comfortable place for both you and your pets to call home. Come experience a better way of living at Villa Santa Fe Apartments! Community Amenities: Gated community Pet-friendly—large dogs welcome; breed restrictions apply Dog park BBQ grills and picnic area Community gazebo On-site laundry facilities Assigned parking 24-hour emergency maintenance Apartment Amenities: Designer finishes and wood plank flooring* Ceiling fans Spacious closets Private patio or balcony Outdoor storage closet Complimentary assigned parking *Available in select apartment homes. Email: **** Phone: (760)757-9260 |
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Amenities for Villa Santa Fe Apts
Apartment Amenities
| Ceiling Fan |
Appliances
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Controlled Access |
| Dogs OK | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | BBQ Area |
| BBQ Grills and Picnic Area | Gated Community |
| Outdoor Space |
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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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 35 |
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About Villa Santa Fe Apts
Discover peaceful, comfortable living at Villa Santa Fe Apartments—a charming gated community surrounded by beautiful landscaping. Our spacious studio apartment homes are thoughtfully designed with ceiling fans, generous closet space, designer finishes, wood plank flooring*, and a private patio or balcony with additional outdoor storage. Each home also includes a complimentary assigned parking space. Enjoy the convenience of on-site laundry facilities, relax with friends in the community gazebo, or spend a sunny afternoon at the BBQ and picnic area. With a welcoming, pet-friendly atmosphere and a dedicated dog park, Villa Santa Fe Apartments offers a comfortable place for both you and your pets to call home. Come experience a better way of living at Villa Santa Fe Apartments! Community Amenities: Gated community Pet-friendly—large dogs welcome; breed restrictions apply Dog park BBQ grills and picnic area Community gazebo On-site laundry facilities Assigned parking 24-hour emergency maintenance Apartment Amenities: Designer finishes and wood plank flooring* Ceiling fans Spacious closets Private patio or balcony Outdoor storage closet Complimentary assigned parking *Available in select apartment homes. Email: **** Phone: (760)757-9260
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.
9.2
/10
ExcellentVilla Santa Fe Apts is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
Price·10A 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.
Villa Santa Fe Apts offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Villa Santa Fe Apts goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Villa Santa Fe Apts 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.
Villa Santa Fe Apts 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·9A 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.
Villa Santa Fe Apts has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
Villa Santa Fe Apts is great for:
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 Villa Santa Fe Apts compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 miles away
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.0 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 5 photos available for this property
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Rent trends in Vista
studio apartments at Villa Santa Fe Apts cost about 5% less than the average rent price for studio apartments in Vista.
Median rents as of Oct 17 2026.
Vista
Vista
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,005 |
| June 2026 | $2,095 |
| July 2026 | $1,946 |
| August 2026 | $1,978 |
| September 2026 | $1,883 |
| October 2026 | $1,880 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $2,000 |
| June 2026 | $2,059 |
| July 2026 | $1,873 |
| August 2026 | $1,879 |
| September 2026 | $1,889 |
| October 2026 | $1,895 |
Affordability calculator
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StudioRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Villa Santa Fe Apts
Bobier Elementary School
220 w bobier dr
vista, CA, 92083
K-5Public
C+
California Avenue Elementary School
215 w ca ave
vista, CA, 92083
K-8Public
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
Surfside Academy
1125 s ditmar st
oceanside, CA, 92054
K-12Public
C+
Getting around Vista near 1626 N Santa Fe Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1626 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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