Hendrix Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community
439 W El Norte Pky,
Escondido, CA 92026
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,768 - $2,434
Rental Market Trends in Escondido, CA
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Escondido, CA is $1,936/month.
Rent in Escondido is 16% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$1,936/month
Average Rent
668 Sq Ft
Average Size
-1.8%
Change / Year
779
Available Apartments
Escondido rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Escondido average $1,539 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Escondido average $1,936 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Escondido average $2,301 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Escondido average $2,965 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Escondido, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.8%, which averages out to $34 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Escondido, CA
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
2%
$700 - $1,000/month
26%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
30%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
41%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Escondido?
Based on current rent prices, East Grove, Midway and North Broadway are the most affordable neighborhoods in Escondido.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Escondido?
Based on current rent prices, Kit Carson, Country Club and Felicita are the most expensive neighborhoods in Escondido.
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Which Escondido neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Escondido with the most apartments available are Central Escondido, Midway and North Broadway .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Escondido, CA?
Because the average rent in Escondido is $1,936, you’ll want to make about $6,453 per month or $77,436 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.
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.
View the Escondido Area GuideStudio
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$2,000/month
One Bedroom
$1,229/month
$2,377/month
Two Bedroom
$2,348/month
$2,547/month
Three Bedroom
$2,985/month
$3,274/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Escondido?
The average rent in Escondido is $1,936 per month, which is 16.4% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Escondido?
The average rent for a house in Escondido, CA is $4,495 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Escondido?
Rents in Escondido, CA are decreasing, with prices down 1.8% year-over-year and $34 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Escondido?
In Escondido, CA, 41% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 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.