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  • Casa Escondida 55+
    • Casa Escondida 55+ - Escondido, CA
    • Casa Escondida 55+ - Escondido, CA
    • Casa Escondida 55+ - Escondido, CA

    $1,710+

    4.5/5 stars based on 5 reviews
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    Casa Escondida 55+

    715 N Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025

    1 Bed • 1 Bath

    (855) 465-5545
  • Hidden Cove Apartments
    • Pool - Hidden Cove Apartments - Escondido, CA
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    $2,292+

    4/5 stars based on 1332 reviews
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    Hidden Cove Apartments

    910 Del Dios Hwy, Escondido, CA 92029

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    2 Units Available
    (760) 386-5639
  • Heritage Park Escondido Apartments for 55+
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    • Heritage Park Escondido Apartments for 55+ - Escondido, CA

    $1,850+

    4.5/5 stars based on 593 reviews
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    Heritage Park Escondido Apartments for 55+

    2549 East Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92027

    1–2 Beds • 1 Bath

    3 Units Available
    (760) 292-2692
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  • Woodland Village 55+ Senior Community
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    • Recreation Area - Woodland Village 55+ Senior Community - San Marcos, CA
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    • Recreation Area - Woodland Village 55+ Senior Community - San Marcos, CA

    $2,250+

    3/5 stars based on 1 reviews
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    Woodland Village 55+ Senior Community

    975 Woodland Pkwy, San Marcos, CA 92069

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    (760) 208-4498
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  • Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+
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    • Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ - San Marcos, CA

    $2,200+

    4.5/5 stars based on 2 reviews
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    Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+

    768 Woodward St, San Marcos, CA 92069

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    (760) 290-4354
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  • Vista Flores
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    Vista Flores

    240 Las Flores Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069

    2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    (760) 376-7435
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  • The Overlook at Bernardo Heights
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    $2,383+

    The Overlook at Bernardo Heights

    15909 Avenida Venusto, San Diego, CA 92128

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    4 Units Available
    (858) 201-4290
  • The Hills
    • Pool - The Hills - San Diego, CA
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    • The Hills - San Diego, CA

    $2,200+

    3.5/5 stars based on 26 reviews
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    The Hills

    15095 Via Hondonada, San Diego, CA 92129

    2–3 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    1 Unit Available
    (858) 465-7407
  • Vista La Costa
    • Pool - Vista La Costa - Carlsbad, CA
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    $3,750+

    Vista La Costa

    7541 Gibraltar St, Carlsbad, CA 92009

    3 Beds • 2–3 Baths

    (619) 213-1327
  • La Costa Bluffs
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    $3,300+

    La Costa Bluffs

    2946 La Costa Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92009

    3 Beds • 2 Bath

    (760) 687-2470
  • Carmel Terrace
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    $2,502+

    Carmel Terrace

    11540 Windcrest Ln, San Diego, CA 92128

    1–2 Beds • 1–2 Baths

    5 Units Available
    (858) 223-1620
  • 2196 Torrey Glen
    • 2196 Torrey Glen - Escondido, CA
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    $3,100

    2196 Torrey Glen

    2196 Torrey Glen, Escondido, CA 92026

    3 Beds • 2 Bath

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    (855) 484-6791

Escondido Apartment Options

Avg. RentAnnual Change
Studio - $2,095+22%
1 Bed - $1,937+4%
2 Beds - $2,498+13%
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Overview of Escondido

Escondido apartments for rent offer residents the opportunity to live in the "city of choice" as part of the heart of San Diego County. The Spanish to English translation of Escondido means "hidden" which is the perfect way to describe this city nestled in San Pasqual Valley 100 miles south of Los Angeles and about 30 miles northeast of San Diego. Escondido was first discovered by the Spanish explorer Juan Bautista de Anza. In 1886 the Escondido Land and Town Company began to divide the land into small farms for growing grapes and citrus fruit. 

Escondido is located in the coastal mountains of Southern California, which provides beautiful scenery including avocado and citrus groves as well as a downtown area, offering those living in apartments in Escondido the perfect balance between rural and urban life.

Living in Escondido

Escondido apartments for rent offer residents the opportunity to enjoy a close knit, small community vibe with the perks of a thriving city life. The city prides itself in being one of the last cities in California that encompasses a diverse place where families and individuals of all income levels can enjoy the California lifestyle. The city has been recognized as a top place to retire as well as one of the best places to raise a family thanks to its broad range of community sponsored youth programs.

Escondido offers residents the ability to travel throughout the city and greater Escondido rural areas via the Breeze Bus lines. Some of the bus routes connect with the Coaster and Sprinter train services making it easy for residents to make long commutes on a budget.

Escondido and the Cost of Living

Escondido apartments for rent are part of a wide-ranging rental market, which is why the city has one of the highest ownership rates in Northern California. For those who struggle to find affordable housing, or cannot sustain their living expenses, Escondido offers affordable housing through City Hall. Fair housing, affordable housing as well as housing assistance funding is provided through Escondido's city hall.

The average cost of living in Escondido is approximately 6.2 percent less than the California state average and 23.1 percent greater than the national average. Those living in apartments in Escondido generally pay $3.81 for a gallon of gas, $6.21 for a cup of coffee and $8.00 for pizza.

Apartments in Escondido Work and Study

Escondido apartments are part of a thriving city that is home to various industries ranging from engineering, science, technical and manufacturing jobs to administrative, educational and accountant positions. Residents searching for job openings in healthcare, education, government and construction industries should have no problem finding work. The top  five Escondido city employers include Palomar Medical Center, Escondido Union School District, City of Escondido, Escondido High School District and Bergelectric.

Escondido residents have the option to choose from a long list of local schools, including charter schools and private religious institutions. Residents have the opportunity to attend local post secondary education colleges and universities, including Palomar Community College and California State University at San Marcos.


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