Shadowridge Park Apartments
2000 S Melrose Dr,
Vista, CA 92081
$2,396 - $3,068
1-2 Beds
Rental Market Trends in Vista, CA
What is the average rent in Vista, CA?
$2,210/month
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725 Sq Ft
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As of September 2025, the average rent in Vista, CA is $2,210 per month. This is 35% higher than the national average rent price of $1,640/month, making Vista one of the most expensive cities in the US. When you rent an apartment in Vista, you can expect to pay about $1,881 per month for a studio, $2,210 for a one-bedroom apartment, and around $2,531 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you opt for a three-bedroom rental, you could pay $3,078 or more.
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How much has average rent changed in Vista, CA?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.1%, which averages out to $2 less per month.
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The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Vista?
Based on current rent prices, Vista del Mar, Hacienda Heights and Shadowridge Estates are the most affordable neighborhoods in Vista.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Vista?
Based on current rent prices, Vista Heights, Shadowridge Estates and Vista del Mar are the most expensive neighborhoods in Vista.
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Which Vista neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Vista with the most apartments available are Vista del Mar, Hacienda Heights and Shadowridge Estates .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Vista, CA?
Because the average rent in Vista is $2,210, you’ll want to make about $7,366 per month or $88,392 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 Vista, CA compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Vista, 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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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 2025.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.