Average Rent in Vista, CA
What is the average rent in Vista, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Vista, CA is $2,675 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 177 priced apartments in 12 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 10, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
12 apartment buildings, 177 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Vista, CACheapest
$1,873/mo
Softwind Point
Properties
12
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Units
177
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Vista, CA Rent Prices
All 12 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Softwind Point
881 Soft Wind Rd, Vista, CA 92081, USA
Bella Terra
365 Pomelo Dr, Vista, CA 92081, USA
Taylor Brooke
911 Taylor St, Vista, CA 92084, USA
Sunterra
3851 Sherbourne Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056, USA
Waterleaf Apartment Homes
333 Emerald Dr, Vista, CA 92083, USA
Shadowridge Woodbend
1500 Shadowridge Dr, Vista, CA 92081, USA
Persea
1333 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92084, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Softwind Point 881 Soft Wind Rd, Vista, CA 92081, USA | $1,873 | $2,153 | $2.78/ft² | 3.2 (111) | 17 |
| 2 | Bella Terra 365 Pomelo Dr, Vista, CA 92081, USA | $2,112 | $2,468 | $2.87/ft² | 3.2 (191) | 27 |
| 3 | Taylor Brooke 911 Taylor St, Vista, CA 92084, USA | $2,130 | $2,322 | $2.91/ft² | 4.2 (65) | 7 |
| 4 | Sunterra 3851 Sherbourne Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056, USA | $2,245 | $2,290 | -- | 3 (124) | 5 |
| 5 | Waterleaf Apartment Homes 333 Emerald Dr, Vista, CA 92083, USA | $2,299 | $2,635 | $3.06/ft² | 3.8 (411) | 32 |
| 6 | Shadowridge Woodbend 1500 Shadowridge Dr, Vista, CA 92081, USA | $2,343 | $2,555 | $2.94/ft² | 3.5 (90) | 13 |
| 7 | Persea 1333 N Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92084, USA | $2,403 | $2,852 | $3.37/ft² | 4.3 (156) | 20 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Softwind Point
3.2 (111)881 Soft Wind Rd, Vista, CA 92081, USA
Bella Terra
3.2 (191)365 Pomelo Dr, Vista, CA 92081, USA
Taylor Brooke
4.2 (65)911 Taylor St, Vista, CA 92084, USA
Sunterra
3 (124)3851 Sherbourne Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056, USA
Waterleaf Apartment Homes
3.8 (411)333 Emerald Dr, Vista, CA 92083, USA
Shadowridge Woodbend
3.5 (90)1500 Shadowridge Dr, Vista, CA 92081, USA
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Vista, CA neighborhoods
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Vista, CA Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Vista, CA is $2,675 per month, based on 177 units across 12 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,873 at Softwind Point to $3,852 at Avalon Vista.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $2,288/mo | $1,873/mo | 8 |
| 1 Bed | $2,538/mo | $1,948/mo | 77 |
| 2 Bed | $2,780/mo | $2,227/mo | 85 |
| 3 Bed | $3,364/mo | $3,066/mo | 7 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Vista, CA, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Vista, CA averages $2,538/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,780/mo. At the local median household income of $91,854, that works out to 35% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Vista, CA at $2,148/mo. The current tracked market average runs 25% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Vista, CA while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Vista, CA?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$107,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,675/mo.
Comfortable income
$128,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,873/mo), you need to earn at least $75,000/year.
Median household income in Vista, CA is $91,854 , about 28% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Vista, CA
Overall prices in Vista, CA runs above the national average by about 11% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 110.7, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Vista, CA's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,675 |
| Utilities | $799 |
| Groceries | $552 |
| Transportation | $1,904 |
| Healthcare | $929 |
| Other goods and services | $1,486 |
| Estimated total | $8,345/mo |
Population
98,646
Median household income
$91,854
Census median rent
$2,148/mo
Census rent burden
33.2%
Median age
34.9
Mean commute
27 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in California
How Vista, CA rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Vista, CA | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,109 | +16% | -4% | 50 |
| San Diego, CA | $3,375 | +26% | -4.1% | 36 |
| Anaheim, CA | $2,881 | +8% | +2.9% | 34 |
| EL Cajon, CA | $2,257 | -16% | -16.9% | 33 |
| Antioch, CA | $2,277 | -15% | -5.8% | 32 |
| Hayward, CA | $2,763 | +3% | -4.4% | 32 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Vista, CA?
The average listed apartment rent in Vista, CA is $2,675 per month, as of November 10, 2026. This sample includes 177 priced apartments in 12 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Vista, CA?
The median asking rent in Vista, CA is $2,628 per month, computed from 177 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,675/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Vista, CA?
The lowest available rent in Vista, CA starts at $1,873 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA?
1-bedroom apartments in Vista, CA average $2,538/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,948/mo across 77 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Vista, CA?
2-bedroom apartments in Vista, CA average $2,780/mo. Units start from $2,227/mo across 85 units currently listed.
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