How much is the average rent in Escondido, CA for 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments?

Escondido's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $2,000 per month, while two-bedroom units rent for around $2,500 monthly. These figures reflect the current market conditions in San Diego County's rental landscape.

When is the best time to look for an apartment in Escondido, CA?

April offers the lowest rental prices in Escondido, with rents approximately 7% lower than September's peak pricing. December shows the least competition with reduced overall demand, while July emerges as the most competitive month for apartment hunting.

What are the best neighborhoods to rent an apartment in Escondido, CA?

Country Club, Central Escondido, Kit Carson, and Midway offer strong walkability and well-developed street infrastructure for social connectivity. Central Escondido provides the largest inventory with 51% of available listings, while Midway generates 1.4 times more consumer interest despite representing only 17% of rentals.

What areas of Escondido, CA are best for budget-conscious renters?

Country Club offers the most affordable option at around $1,600 monthly, which is 14% below the city median. Kit Carson provides another budget-friendly choice at around $1,800 monthly, sitting 4% below median rent levels in San Diego County.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Escondido, CA?

Escondido offers strong pet accommodation with 42% of listings welcoming pets. North Broadway, Country Club, Midway, and Central Escondido provide the most pet-friendly environments, featuring dedicated pet spaces, pet waste stations, and nearby dog parks for animal-loving residents.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Escondido, CA?

Utilities are rarely included in Escondido rental agreements, appearing in less than 1% of available listings across all apartment sizes. Studios show the highest rate at approximately 0.33% of units, while other bedroom types include utilities in roughly 0.10% of rentals.

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Escondido, CA

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5d+ ago

Cheap Central Escondido house for rent in Escondido

432 W 7th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,000

House for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

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19h ago

8.6

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Summerfield Villas

1225 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92027

Affordable | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,699

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Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

1d ago

8.5

Very good

Eagle Rock Villas

1337 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026

Affordable

1 bed

1 bath

$1,800

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5d+ ago

Cheap Central Escondido condo for rent in Escondido

Affordable | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$1,895

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Available May 12

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2h ago

8.1

Very good

419 W 4th Ave

419 W 4th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

Affordable

1 bed

1 bath

$1,975

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9.4

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250 S Rose St, Escondido, CA 92027

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$1,995–$2,295

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$2,240

1635 E Washington Ave

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$1,995

1925 E Grand Ave

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Cheap East Grove apartment for rent in Escondido

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2 beds

1 bath

$1,999

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1575 Oak

1575 Oak Drive, Vista, CA 92084

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

1–2 beds

1 bath

$2,026–$2,650

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Available Apr 25

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Cheap Central Escondido apartment for rent in Escondido

653 E 3rd Ave #A, Escondido, CA 92025

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2 beds

1 bath

$2,095

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Available Jun 26

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5d+ ago

Cheap Central Escondido condo for rent in Escondido

$2,265 - 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Condo In Escondido With Great Amenities

830 W Lincoln Ave #163, Escondido, CA 92026

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

2 beds

1 bath

$2,265

Condo for rent

Available Jun 1

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$1,995

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2d ago

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Sage View Apts

1920 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92027

Affordable | On-site laundry | Air conditioning

2 beds

1 bath

$2,450

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Top amenities

On-Site Laundry

Oven

Swimming Pool

Highly rated

1m ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

Bernardo Crest

11820 Paseo Lucido, San Diego, CA 92128

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,509–$3,507

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5d+ ago

Cheap Midway house for rent in Escondido

3bed/1bath

909 Fern St, Escondido, CA 92027

Affordable | On-site laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

1 bath

$2,900

House for rent

Available Aug 1

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On-Site Laundry

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15h ago

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The Mariposa

195 Johnston Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$2,975

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Highly rated

16m ago

9.9

Excellent

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Deerwood

15640 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92127

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2–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,991–$3,869

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Cheap Central Escondido house for rent in Escondido

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W 8th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$2,995

House for rent

Available Jun 9

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5d+ ago

Cheap Midway condo for rent in Escondido

475 N Midway Dr #114, Escondido, CA 92027

Affordable | On-site laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$3,250

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5d+ ago

Cheap East Grove condo for rent in Escondido

2536 White Oak Place - 2

2536 White Oak Pl #2, Escondido, CA 92027

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

3 beds

2 baths

$3,500

$3,300

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Available Jun 17

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5d+ ago

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Carrotwood

1149 Carrotwood Gln, Escondido, CA 92026

Affordable | In-unit laundry | Garage parking

3 beds

2 baths

$3,400

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Available Jul 1

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Cheap Central Escondido house for rent in Escondido

1253 Joshua St, Escondido, CA 92026

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3 beds

2 baths

$3,500

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KSB - Santa Fe Townhomes

1452 Vista Heights Way, Vista, CA 92084

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2–3 beds

2 baths

$3,595

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5d+ ago

Cheap Kit Carson house for rent in Escondido

120 Green Ave, Escondido, CA 92025

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4 beds

2 baths

$3,995

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Available Jun 12

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1921 Felicita Rd, Escondido, CA 92025

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5 beds

4 baths

$4,750

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5d+ ago

Cheap Mesa Rock house for rent in Escondido

2385 Country View Gln, Escondido, CA 92026

Affordable

5 beds

3 baths

$5,250

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5d+ ago

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329 Alder Pl, Escondido, CA 92026

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6 beds

3 baths

$6,000

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Available Aug 11

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