
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA from $2,200 (8 Rentals)
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Lake San Marcos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lake San Marcos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Lake San Marcos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,576 | $2,675 | $6,100 |
Lake San Marcos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,402 | $3,600 | $8,000 |
Lake San Marcos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,987 | $4,700 | $10,000+ |
Lake San Marcos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Lake San Marcos 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Lake San Marcos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mariposa in the Grand Estates neighborhood priced from $2,055. Meadow Creek Apartments in the Grand Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,070. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake San Marcos apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,055 |
Meadow Creek Apartments | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,070 |
Palomar Station | Studio - 2 | Studio,1BA | $2,264 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA and Nearby
As of March 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake San Marcos area is the $2.50 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Vista La Costa in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $5,050. The second greatest value Lake San Marcos apartment is the Two Bedrooms - Two Bath Model at Mariposa starting at $2,699 with a $2.81 price per square foot in the Grand Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Vista La Costa | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.50 |
Mariposa | Two Bedrooms - Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.81 |
Viewpoint Luxury Apartments | 2x2-936-J2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
Elan Northwoods | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Meadow Creek Apartments | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
Prominence Apartments | Santa Clara | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
Crest 850 | 1 Bed A | 1BR,1BA | $4.07 |
Palomar Station | Studio - 2 | Studio ,1BA | $3.94 |
Furnished Studio-San Marcos | Furnished Studio-San Marcos | Studio ,1BA | $10.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake San Marcos
What type of rentals are currently available in Lake San Marcos?
There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,925 to $5,590. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake San Marcos ranging from $2,200 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake San Marcos?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake San Marcos ranges from $2,200 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,896.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
Written by: Amber Kanuckel
With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting
Written by: Trey Huguley
When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
If you’re anything like most people, housing costs represent a huge chunk of your monthly budget. On top of that, moving can be both a stressful and expensive affair.