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Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Escondido, CA
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Escondido rent stands today
Escondido, CA rent rose modestly year over year, with a current median of $2,540/month. The increase is small, with a negligible $18 difference per month compared to last year, indicating little overall change.
Compared to national trends
Escondido rents are 33.7% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median. This places Escondido in the higher price tier among U.S. metros, despite a modest total rental inventory of 114 units.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Escondido are $1,995/month, 1-bedrooms $1,940/month, 2-bedrooms $2,550/month, 3-bedrooms $3,295/month, and 4+ bedrooms $4,472/month. These figures show the range of options available to renters by bedroom count, with 2-bedrooms being the most common segment.
Neighborhood spotlight
Lake Hodges rents fell 77.2% year over year to $3,189/month across 15 rentals, a large local decline contrasting with the modest citywide increase. Cloverdale and East Canyon also saw declines of 46.6% and 44.0%, respectively, showing notable drops in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Escondido
$2,540/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Escondido is $2,540 per month as of October 2026. This is 34% above the national average rent, or $640 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Escondido
114
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Escondido rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Escondido, CA
Average rent prices in Escondido have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Escondido, CA
Rent prices in Escondido vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Escondido is $2,195, whereas a house costs $3,795. 1-bedroom apartments in Escondido run $1,895 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,450.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,995 | 3% | 27% | |
1 bedroom | $1,940 | 4% | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $2,550 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $3,295 |  3% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $4,471 | 4% | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Central Escondido | $2,330 | |
Country Club | $2,800 | |
East Grove | $2,922 | |
East Valley | $2,595 | |
Felicita | $3,095 | |
Kit Carson | $2,425 | |
Lake Hodges | $3,189 | |
Midway | $2,485 | |
North Broadway | $2,850 | |
West Ridge | $4,200 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,195 | 6% | 7% | |
Condos | $2,495 | 4% | 5% | |
Houses | $3,795 | No Change | 8% | |
Rooms | $1,150 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
27%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,940
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,550
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,295
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,471
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
Central Escondido
Average rent
$2,330
Midway
Average rent
$2,485
Kit Carson
Average rent
$2,425
East Grove
Average rent
$2,922
Felicita
Average rent
$3,095
North Broadway
Average rent
$2,850
Country Club
Average rent
$2,800
East Valley
Average rent
$2,595
Lake Hodges
Average rent
$3,189
West Ridge
Average rent
$4,200
Apartments
Average rent
$2,195
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
7%
Condos
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
5%
Houses
Average rent
$3,795
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
8%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,150
The table above reflects average rent prices in Escondido, CA, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Escondido, CA compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Escondido and Alpine by all bedroom counts and property types.
Escondido
34%higher than the national median
31%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Escondido, CA is 2% higher than the median rent in Alpine, CA.
Average rent in nearby cities
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9%$3,895
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34%$5,150
1%$2,250
32%$2,100
1%$2,800
3%$3,015
4%$3,195
1%$2,895
2%$6,200
25%$2,650
4%Discover rentals in Escondido, CA
5d+ ago
Central Escondido apartment for rent in Escondido
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 13
5h ago
1404 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026
2 beds
1 bath
$2,029
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
339 W 15th Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
3 beds
2 baths
$2,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
1721 1721 - 1725 W. 9th Ave., Escondido, CA 92029
2 beds
1 bath
$2,095
Price droppedFees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Lake Hodges house for rent in Escondido
1051 Via Rancho Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92029
4 beds
3.5 baths
$8,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Country Club house for rent in Escondido
1527 Calavo Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
3 beds
2 baths
$6,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Sep 15
5d+ ago
Country Club house for rent in Escondido
1298 Rachel Cir, Escondido, CA 92026
3 beds
2.5 baths
$6,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 17
5d+ ago
Felicita house for rent in Escondido
1356 Blackhawk Gln #1, Escondido, CA 92029
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Oct 24
1d ago
Verified
555 W Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,550–$3,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
250 S Rose St, Escondido, CA 92027
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,995–$2,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1036 Crystal Springs Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,448
Price dropped $211Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 17
2d ago
1920 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695–$1,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1036 Crystal Springs Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,448
Price dropped $211Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 17
2d ago
1920 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695–$1,725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
58m ago
485 N Citrus Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
3 beds
2 baths
$2,895–$2,995
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13h ago
725 N Fig St, Escondido, CA 92025
2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,175–$2,425
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1036 Crystal Springs Pl, Escondido, CA 92026
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,448
Price dropped $211Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.House for rent
Available Oct 17
5h ago
1404 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026
2 beds
1 bath
$2,029
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
301 W Vermont Ave, Escondido, CA 92025
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,095–$2,528
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
14h ago
1245 Morning View Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
2 beds
2 baths
$2,974–$4,942
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Escondido, CA
Quick answers to common questions about the Escondido rental market.
How much is rent in Escondido?
The average rent in Escondido is $2,540 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Escondido?
Average rent prices in Escondido have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Escondido rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Escondido is 34% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $640 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Escondido?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Escondido are Central Escondido ($2,330/mo), Kit Carson ($2,425/mo), and Midway ($2,485/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Escondido?
To comfortably afford rent in Escondido, you'd need to earn approximately $102,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Escondido?
April offers the lowest rental prices in Escondido, with approximately 7% savings compared to September's peak rates. December also provides less competition with lower overall demand.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).