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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Gated community
  • Private balcony or patio
  • On-site professional management
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • Bbq grills and picnic area
  • Pet friendly

Location

1626 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92083, USA|Vista
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(760) 330-2148 ext. 2

Property Overview

Villa Santa Fe Apts receives a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.9, highlighting its excellent price and value balance, outstanding amenities, and prime location. With a notable amenities rating of 9 and a trustworthiness rating of 8, it features a gated community, private balconies, and on-site management. Residents can enjoy outdoor spaces and nearby schools, with the property also recognized for its pet-friendly environment, enhancing its appeal for a diverse range of 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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Villa Santa Fe Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Villa Santa Fe Apts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

StudioStudio1 bath426 sqft$1,950 /mo2 units availableAt Villa Santa Fe Apartments, find peaceful apartment living in a beautiful garden setting within a gated community. Our spacious studio apartment homes come standard with ceiling fans, spacious closets, private patios/balconies with extra storage, and a complimentary parking spot. Our on-site amenities include onsite laundry facilities, assigned covered parking and a BBQ area. You’ll enjoy watching the sunset from your private patio or balcony or hanging out with friends under our community gazebo. We’re here to welcome you to a better way of living. Community Amenities: • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance • Pet Friendly (large dogs welcome, breed restrictions apply) • BBQ Grills and Picnic Area • Assigned Parking • Gated Community • Dog Park Apartment Amenities: • Designer Finishes and Wood Plank Floors* • Private Balcony or Patio • Outside Storage Closet

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Amenities for Villa Santa Fe Apts

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Assigned ParkingBBQ Grills and Picnic Area
Gated CommunityOutdoor 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

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About Villa Santa Fe Apts

HomeApartments in VistaVista Villa Santa Fe Apts

At Villa Santa Fe Apartments, find peaceful apartment living in a beautiful garden setting within a gated community. Our spacious studio apartment homes come standard with ceiling fans, spacious closets, private patios/balconies with extra storage, and a complimentary parking spot. Our on-site amenities include onsite laundry facilities, assigned covered parking and a BBQ area. You’ll enjoy watching the sunset from your private patio or balcony or hanging out with friends under our community gazebo. We’re here to welcome you to a better way of living. Community Amenities: • 24-Hour Emergency Maintenance • Pet Friendly (large dogs welcome, breed restrictions apply) • BBQ Grills and Picnic Area • Assigned Parking • Gated Community • Dog Park Apartment Amenities: • Designer Finishes and Wood Plank Floors* • Private Balcony or Patio • Outside Storage Closet


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Villa Santa Fe Apts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Villa Santa Fe Apts has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Villa Santa Fe Apts
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.
Villa Santa Fe Apts 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.
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:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

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Rent trends in Vista

studio apartments at Villa Santa Fe Apts cost about 12% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Vista.

Median rents as of Feb 28 2026.
Vista
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A table of studio rental data trends in Vista
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,004
April 2024$2,050
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Vista
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$2,030
April 2024$2,050
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

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$78,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $78,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,950.
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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+
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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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