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Rancho Hills

856 Heatherwood Ln, Vista, CA 92081

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  • Monthly Rent

    $2,425 - $2,950

  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 - 2 ba

  • Square Feet

    663 - 909 sq ft

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Come home to Rancho Hills Apartments in Vista, California, and live life the way you deserve! You'll enjoy our spacious one and two-bedroom floor plans designed with your comfort in mind. Each apartment home is lavish, with a bright and airy living room and dining areas. Entertain guests on your private balcony or patio while enjoying a home-cooked meal, right from your fully equipped kitchen with generous cabinet space. You'll also love our designer features such as vaulted ceilings, a personal breakfast bar, and vertical blinds. Our Vista apartments for rent are surrounded by a beautiful natural setting enhanced by lush landscaping, which provides a relaxing place to live. Enjoy our sparkling swimming pool and spa with a large sunning area. We provide barbecue grills for outdoor fun with friends and family. We also provide pet-friendly apartments in Vista, California! Stroll through the community with your pet and admire the breathtaking park-like atmosphere. Visit our photo gallery and take a glimpse at our beautiful community. Call today and schedule a tour to see what your future holds when you reside in our apartments in Vista. Apartment Management Consultants, Broker License # 01525033

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Highlights

  • Pool
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Spa
  • Sundeck
  • Picnic Area
  • Grill
  • Balcony
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Views

Pricing & Floor Plans

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1x1 $2,425 – $2,450
1 Bed 1 Bath 663 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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Sq Ft
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Unit Details
  • Unit AUCLZZ
    price $2,450
    square feet 663
    availibility Dec 12
  • Unit AUCMPP
    price $2,425
    square feet 663
    availibility Jan 15, 2026
2x2 $2,950
2 Beds 2 Baths 909 Sq Ft
3 Available units
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Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit AUCPDY
    price $2,950
    square feet 909
    availibility Now
  • Unit AUCLZR
    price $2,950
    square feet 909
    availibility Now
  • Unit AUCMUM
    price $2,950
    square feet 909
    availibility Dec 30
2x1 Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 1 Bath 863 Sq Ft
1x1 $2,425 – $2,450
1 Bed 1 Bath 663 Sq Ft
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit AUCLZZ
    price $2,450
    square feet 663
    availibility Dec 12
  • Unit AUCMPP
    price $2,425
    square feet 663
    availibility Jan 15, 2026
2x2 $2,950
2 Beds 2 Baths 909 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit AUCPDY
    price $2,950
    square feet 909
    availibility Now
  • Unit AUCLZR
    price $2,950
    square feet 909
    availibility Now
  • Unit AUCMUM
    price $2,950
    square feet 909
    availibility Dec 30
2x1 Call for Rent Not Available
2 Beds 1 Bath 863 Sq Ft
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $42
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $13
  • Surface Lot
    • Parking Fee
      Max of 1. Charged per vehicle.
      $0 / mo
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Lease Options

  • 7 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1986
  • 148 units/2 stories

About Rancho Hills

Come home to Rancho Hills Apartments in Vista, California, and live life the way you deserve! You'll enjoy our spacious one and two-bedroom floor plans designed with your comfort in mind. Each apartment home is lavish, with a bright and airy living room and dining areas. Entertain guests on your private balcony or patio while enjoying a home-cooked meal, right from your fully equipped kitchen with generous cabinet space. You'll also love our designer features such as vaulted ceilings, a personal breakfast bar, and vertical blinds. Our Vista apartments for rent are surrounded by a beautiful natural setting enhanced by lush landscaping, which provides a relaxing place to live. Enjoy our sparkling swimming pool and spa with a large sunning area. We provide barbecue grills for outdoor fun with friends and family. We also provide pet-friendly apartments in Vista, California! Stroll through the community with your pet and admire the breathtaking park-like atmosphere. Visit our photo gallery and take a glimpse at our beautiful community. Call today and schedule a tour to see what your future holds when you reside in our apartments in Vista. Apartment Management Consultants, Broker License # 01525033

Rancho Hills is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92081 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Marcos Unified attendance zone.

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Pool

Laundry Facilities

Grill

Package Service

  • Package Service
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
  • Storage Space
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Sundeck
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Hardwood Floors

Walk-In Closets

Microwave

Refrigerator

Tub/Shower

Indoor Features

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower

Kitchen Features & Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

Model Details

  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Patio
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Amenities
  • Package Service
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Property Manager on Site
  • Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
  • Storage Space
  • Sundeck
  • Grill
  • Picnic Area
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Cable Ready
  • Tub/Shower
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Dining Room
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Views
  • Walk-In Closets
  • Window Coverings
  • Balcony
  • Patio
Office Hours
Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday Closed
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City - Vista

Located in San Diego County's rolling hills, Vista combines suburban comfort with abundant outdoor recreation. The city's Mediterranean climate creates ideal conditions for year-round activities. Housing options include apartment communities and single-family homes, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $2,147 per month and showing a 1.1% annual increase. The revitalized downtown area, centered on the Paseo Santa Fe corridor, offers a walkable district with dining and entertainment options.

The Moonlight Amphitheatre serves as a cornerstone of Vista's arts scene, presenting outdoor theatrical productions throughout the summer season. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Guajome County Park's 557 acres of trails, while Alta Vista Gardens provides botanical displays and art installations. The historic Rancho Buena Vista Adobe preserves the area's heritage through guided tours.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Palomar College
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
CSU San Marcos
Drive: 11 min 5.7 mi
USAHS
Drive: 10 min 5.8 mi
MiraCosta College, Oceanside
Drive: 11 min 6.7 mi
Rancho Hills is within 8 minutes or 3.8 miles from Palomar College. It is also near USAHS and CSU San Marcos.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
599 Students
Attendance Zone
San Marcos Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
931 Students
Attendance Zone
San Marcos High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
3,380 Students
Attendance Zone
Calvary Christian Academy
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Memorial Christian
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Nearby
La Petite Academy
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-4
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Vista include Buena Creek, located 1.5 miles from Rancho Hills. Rancho Hills is near San Diego International, located 38.8 miles or 50 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Buena Creek
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Escondido Avenue
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Palomar College
Drive: 6 min 3.3 mi
Vista Transit Center
Drive: 8 min 4.1 mi
San Marcos Civic Center
Drive: 9 min 4.7 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Carlsbad Poinsettia
Drive: 18 min 9.7 mi
Carlsbad Village
Drive: 17 min 11.0 mi
Oceanside Transit Center
Drive: 19 min 12.7 mi
Encinitas
Drive: 23 min 13.2 mi
Solana Beach
Drive: 28 min 17.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Diego International
Drive: 50 min 38.8 mi
Somewhat Walkable
57
Walk Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
27
Transit Score®
Out of 100
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
40
Bike Score®
Out of 100
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Rancho Hills.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Village Plaza
Walk: 4 min 0.2 mi
Shadowridge Plaza
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Vista Paint Plaza
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Rancho Hills has 3 shopping centers within 0.7 mile, which is about a 14-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Palomar College Arboretum
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Rancho Guajome Adobe
Drive: 11 min 6.2 mi
Guajome County Park
Drive: 17 min 7.5 mi
Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center
Drive: 15 min 8.4 mi
Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Center
Drive: 17 min 9.1 mi
Rancho Hills has 5 parks within 9.1 miles, including Palomar College Arboretum, Rancho Guajome Adobe, and Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Tri - City Medical Center
Drive: 9 min 6.2 mi
Palomar Health Downtown Campus
Drive: 15 min 10.6 mi
Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas
Drive: 23 min 13.6 mi
Rancho Hills has 3 hospitals within 13.6 miles, the nearest is Tri - City Medical Center which is 6.2 miles away and a 9 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
USMC Air Station Miramar
Drive: 40 min 25.9 mi
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
Drive: 39 min 26.4 mi
Rancho Hills is 25.9 miles from USMC Air Station Miramar, and is convenient to other military bases, including Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Rancho Hills have in-unit laundry?

While Rancho Hills does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Rancho Hills?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Rancho Hills has one to two bedrooms with rent ranges from $2,425/mo. to $2,950/mo.

Is Rancho Hills pet-friendly?

Rancho Hills does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at Rancho Hills?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $2,425 for a one bedroom, you would need to earn about $87,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Try our Rent Affordability Calculator to see how much rent fits your income and lifestyle.

Does Rancho Hills have move-in specials?

Rancho Hills is offering Discounts for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $2,425.

Does Rancho Hills offer Matterport 3D tours?

While Rancho Hills does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.

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