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Apartments under $2,000 for Rent in Escondido, CA

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  2. Building Photo - Hidden Cove
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    1 BED
    $2,055
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,976
    Required Monthly Fees$79
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$2,055

    Hidden Cove

    910 Del Dios Hwy, Escondido, CA 92029
    (707) 610-0920
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    Rent Special
    STUDIO
    $1,866+
    1 BED
    $2,193+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,759 - $2,187
    Required Monthly Fees$6
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$1,866 - $2,193

    Solana at Grand

    1501 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
    (858) 879-3306
  32. Building Photo - 1811 E Grand Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,950
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,950
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,950

    1811 E Grand Ave Unit 158

    1811 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
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  33. Building Photo - 2373 Mountain View Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,850

    2373 Mountain View Dr

    2373 Mountain View Dr, Escondido, CA 92027
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    STUDIO
    $1,716+
    1 BED
    $1,915+

    Woodlake

    2240 Bear Valley Pky, Escondido, CA 92027
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Escondido, CA Apartments for Rent

Escondido, which translates to "hidden" in Spanish, is one of the oldest cities in San Diego County, having been incorporated in 1888. Located in North County, this city of over 150,000 residents delivers historic charm alongside modern convenience, with downtown Grand Avenue featuring locally owned shops, art galleries, and dining establishments set against Victorian and Craftsman architecture. Those searching for apartments for rent in Escondido will discover plenty of options, from downtown apartment communities to properties near natural landmarks like the 3,058-acre Daley Ranch conservation area and Kit Carson Park.

Renting in Escondido gives you access to both outdoor recreation and cultural attractions without the higher costs of coastal San Diego neighborhoods. The city features the California Center for the Arts, Queen Califia's Magical Circle sculpture garden, and weekly community events including a downtown Farmers Market and the Cruisin' Grand classic car show. Commuters appreciate convenient access to Interstate 15, connecting to downtown San Diego and points north, while the Sprinter light rail line provides public transit options to coastal communities. The surrounding San Pasqual Valley's avocado groves and citrus orchards, along with nearby wineries, reflect the area's agricultural heritage and Mediterranean climate, offering renters a North County California lifestyle.

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Classical Academy High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,336 Students
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Escondido Charter High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
932 Students
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Del Lago Academy - Campus Of Applied Science

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
765 Students
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San Pasqual High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,846 Students
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San Pasqual High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,846 Students
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Bernardo Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
664 Students
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Bernardo Elementary School

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Grades K-5
664 Students
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Reidy Creek Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
626 Students

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