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Rental Market Trends in Escondido, CA

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Escondido, CA is $1,958/month.

Rent in Escondido is 18% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$1,958/month

Average Rent

671 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.6%

Change / Year

642

Available Apartments

Escondido rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Escondido average $1,647 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Escondido average $1,958 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Escondido average $2,326 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Escondido average $3,003 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,647/month
435 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,958/month
671 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,326/month
926 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,003/month
1,191 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,785/month
1,323 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,146/month
2,162 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,721/month
1,015 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Escondido, CA?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.6%, which averages out to $11 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Escondido, CA

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Escondido, CA
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
2% $700 - $1,000/month
25% $1,001 - $1,500/month
30% $1,501 - $2,000/month
42% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Escondido?

Based on current rent prices, Midway, North Broadway and Central Escondido are the most affordable neighborhoods in Escondido.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Midway
$2,013/month
680 Sq Ft
North Broadway
$2,166/month
694 Sq Ft
Central Escondido
$2,451/month
770 Sq Ft
Kit Carson
$2,457/month
734 Sq Ft
Country Club
$2,494/month
670 Sq Ft
Felicita
$2,507/month
704 Sq Ft
Vineyard
$2,507/month
704 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Escondido?

Based on current rent prices, Felicita, Vineyard and Country Club are the most expensive neighborhoods in Escondido.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Felicita
$2,507/month
704 Sq Ft
Vineyard
$2,507/month
704 Sq Ft
Country Club
$2,494/month
670 Sq Ft
Kit Carson
$2,457/month
734 Sq Ft
Central Escondido
$2,451/month
770 Sq Ft
North Broadway
$2,166/month
694 Sq Ft
Midway
$2,013/month
680 Sq Ft

Which Escondido neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Escondido with the most apartments available are Central Escondido, North Broadway and Midway .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Central Escondido
$2,451/month
770 Sq Ft
North Broadway
$2,166/month
694 Sq Ft
Midway
$2,013/month
680 Sq Ft
Kit Carson
$2,457/month
734 Sq Ft
Country Club
$2,494/month
670 Sq Ft
Felicita
$2,507/month
704 Sq Ft
Vineyard
$2,507/month
704 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Escondido, CA?

Because the average rent in Escondido is $1,958, you’ll want to make about $6,526 per month or $78,312 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Escondido, CA

642 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Escondido, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Escondido, CA to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Midway

Escondido, CA

Felicita

Escondido, CA

Studio
$1,752/month
-
One Bedroom
$1,840/month
$2,442/month
Two Bedroom
$2,354/month
$2,655/month
Three Bedroom
$3,046/month
$2,698/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • San Marcos

    San Marcos

    Avg Rent: $2,493/month

  • Poway

    Poway

    Avg Rent: $2,262/month

  • Vista

    Vista

    Avg Rent: $2,235/month

Apartment Communities in Escondido We Think You'll Love

Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community

Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community

1045 Morning View Dr,
Escondido, CA 92026

1-2 Beds | $1,869 - $2,360

Marlowe Palomar Heights

Marlowe Palomar Heights

101 Chamomile Gln,
Escondido, CA 92025

1-3 Beds | $2,678 - $4,928

Casa Escondida

Casa Escondida

715 N Broadway,
Escondido, CA 92025

1-2 Beds | $1,795 - $2,795

Hidden Cove

Hidden Cove

910 Del Dios Hwy,
Escondido, CA 92029

1-2 Beds | $2,352 - $3,052

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Escondido?

The average rent in Escondido is $1,958 per month, which is 17.6% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Escondido?

The average rent for a house in Escondido, CA is $4,785 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Escondido?

Rents in Escondido, CA are decreasing, with prices down 0.6% year-over-year and $11 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Escondido?

In Escondido, CA, 42% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States California Escondido Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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