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Apartments for Rent in Vista, CA
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    760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,500+
    1 BED $1,600+
    2 BEDS $2,650+
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    180 Terrace Drive, Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $2,195
    1 BED $2,445
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    911 Taylor Street, Vista, CA 92084
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    501 W. Bobier Drive, Vista, CA 92083
    1 BED $2,590+
    2 BEDS $3,020+
    3 BEDS $3,850+
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    100 Main St, Vista, CA 92083
    1 BED $2,819+
    2 BEDS $3,211+
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    1515 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92081
    2 BEDS $2,575+
    3 BEDS $3,195
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    333 North Emerald Drive, Vista, CA 92083
    1 BED $2,236+
    2 BEDS $2,442+
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    1280 North Citrus Ave., Vista, CA 92084
    1 BED $2,000+
    2 BEDS $2,400+
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    1500 Shadowridge Drive, Vista, CA 92081
    1 BED $2,285+
    2 BEDS $2,734+
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    939 Postal Way, Vista, CA 92083
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    1982 Wellington Lane #80, Vista, CA 92081
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    2 BEDS $2,776+
    3 BEDS $3,943+
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    1850 Thibodo Rd, Vista, CA 92081
    1 BED $2,793+
    2 BEDS $3,253+
    3 BEDS $4,943+
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    365 Pomelo Dr, Vista, CA 92081
    1 BED $2,295+
    2 BEDS $2,435+
    3 BEDS $3,089+
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    1333 N. Santa Fe Ave., Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $2,476+
    1 BED $2,937+
    2 BEDS $3,404+
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    1401 North Melrose Drive, Vista, CA 92083
    1 BED $2,472+
    2 BEDS $2,924+
    3 BEDS $3,647+
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    881 Soft Wind Rd, Vista, CA 92081
    STUDIO $1,999+
    1 BED $2,112+
    2 BEDS $2,359+
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    173 Durian St, Vista, CA 92083
    1 BED $2,245
    2 BEDS $2,595
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    N 226 Washington Street, Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $2,000
    3 BEDS $2,695
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    730-790 Sycamore Avenue, Vista, CA 92083
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    920 Sycamore Ave., Vista, CA 92081
    2 BEDS $2,495
    3 BEDS $2,950
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    421 North Citrus Avenue, Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,210
    1 BED $1,595
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    532-534 Palm Dr, VISTA CA, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,800
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    702-716 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA 92084
    2 BEDS $2,800
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    714 Franklin Lane, Vista, CA 92084
    2 BEDS $2,495
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Average rent in Vista, CA

$2,566/mo Vista, CA average rental price, July 2024
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Vista, CA is $2,566.

Vista, CA apartment rent ranges

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Getting around in Vista, CA

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Car-Dependent
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Minimal Transit
12 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 31, Transit Score®: 23, Bike Score®: 12

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Vista, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in Vista, CA were last updated on 8 Oct 2024.

What are the best apartments in Vista, CA?

The best apartments in Vista, CA are: Altura Villas, Sunset Cliffs Apartments, Taylor Brooke, Skye Apartments and The Rylan Apartments.

What is the average rent in Vista, CA?

The average rent in Vista, CA is $2,566. Start your search for apartments in Vista, CA now.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Vista, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in Vista, CA is between $1,595 and $3,904. View all studio apartments in Vista, CA.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA is between $1,500 and $4,402. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Vista, CA now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA is between $2,009 and $6,485. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA is between $2,200 and $6,013. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Vista, CA.

What type of rental buildings are in Vista, CA?

In Vista, 51% of the residents are renting compared to 49% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 11% of Vista’s rentals, 65% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 22% are single-family rentals.

What do typical apartment communities look like in Vista, CA?

The average age of rental buildings in Vista is 33 years old, with 25% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 2 stories, of which 97% are garden-style apartment communities, 3% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

What apartment floorplans are common in Vista, CA?

Studio apartments in Vista are around 3% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 39% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 54% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

Living in Vista, CA

Vista, CA, is a sun-soaked suburb of beautiful San Diego. The area itself is very close to the coast with miles of beaches along the Pacific Ocean. This is a popular place to live for young professionals who work in downtown San Diego and renters with families who want to take advantage of the above-average school system run by the Vista Unified School District in San Diego County. Art and culture are also a big deal in Vista with two local theaters - the Moonlight Amphitheater and the Avo Playhouse. Likewise, outdoor recreation is popular with renters who love the choices in parks, like Brengle Terrace Park and Buena Vista Park with a duck pond and walking trails. Overall, this is a fun area to live and rent an apartment with tons of restaurants, shopping options and family-friendly activities all around town for renters to explore.

Renting in Vista, CA

Renters in Vista make up about 50% of the population here, so there are tons of upscale and amenity-filled rental options to take advantage of in Vista. Many of these rental apartments are just a short five- to 10-minute ride to the coast. Accordingly, surfing and water activities are very popular for renters who live in this area. The type of apartment complexes here are usually two- to three-story buildings all centered around a year-round pool with grilling stations and 24-hour fitness centers. Of course, being fit and active is another important part of living in southern California for renters. So, there are walking trails and dog parks in many rental apartments, and the pet-friendly vibe appeals to a lot of renting pet owners.

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Shopping in Vista, CA

There are four main shopping plazas located around Vista near rental apartments. They include Vista Village, Vista Place Shopping Center, North County Square and Melrose Village Plaza. Each has a variety of dollar stores, banks and salons. There are also small restaurants and coffee shops all around town that renters can go to on a daily basis for their daily cup of joe. Or, for more shops, the Carlsbad Premium Outlets are just 10 minutes away by the coast for discount deals on home goods and clothing. Plus, with San Diego just 42 miles away, the options for more upscale and indoor mall shopping increase, including at Westfield Mission Valley Mall and Fashion Valley Mall.

Transportation in Vista, CA

The major roads and highways that go through Vista near rental apartments include State Route 78, Santa Fe Avenue and Vista Village Drive. All of these roads are easy for renters to take to get in and out of town when owning a car. Alternatively, for public transportation, the option is run by San Diego County and includes the North County Transit District. They offer bus routes and a light commuter rail that takes renters into San Diego and other nearby cities to the south. There's also a stop for this rail in downtown Vista, which is very convenient for renters who live near the quaint downtown area of this small town. Finally, for air travel, the option that most renters use is the San Diego International Airport, which is 45 miles away.

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