
Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA (84 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in San Marcos that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!


Palomar Station

Barham Villas Apartment Homes

The Avenue at San Marcos

Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes

Anden

Woodland Village Senior Apartments

Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community

Crest 850

Meadow Creek Apartments

Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community

Block C Apartments

Viewpoint Luxury Apartments

Benchmark Apartments

Vista Flores Apartments

eaves San Marcos

Grandon Village

Meadowlark Apartments

Las Flores Village

Shadowridge Park Apartment Homes

Casa Escondida

Madera Ridge

Sycamore Ridge Apartments

Millcreek Apartments

Pepperwood Apartments

Altair Apartment Homes

Hidden Cove Apartments

Alcove

Forest Glen

Latitude 33

Reidy Creek

Rowan

Sommerset La Costa

Sienna Hills

Santa Fe Townhomes

Valle at Escondido

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Marcos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Marcos Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $2,376 | $1,645 | $3,159 |
San Marcos Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $1,486 | $5,907 |
San Marcos Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,824 | $1,575 | $6,190 |
San Marcos Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,210 | $1,220 | $4,645 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in San Marcos, CA
There are currently 613 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos, CA area.The three San Marcos neighborhoods with the highest official ApartmentHomeLiving.com Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Rating are Mira Lago, Richland Villas, and Vistas at Rancho Santalina. Here is today’s list of the top 9 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for San Marcos Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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Mira Lago | 4/4 | 1339 | $3,538 |
Richland Villas | 4/4 | 1217 | $3,538 |
Vistas at Rancho Santalina | 4/4 | 1019 | $3,723 |
Village O | 4/4 | 949 | $3,538 |
Vallecitos Ridge | 4/4 | 927 | $3,538 |
Atherton at San Elijo Hills | 4/4 | 904 | $3,538 |
Paloma | 4/4 | 744 | $3,060 |
Grand Estates | 4/4 | 657 | $2,835 |
Lake San Marcos | 3.5/4 | 54 | $2,895 |
Pet Friendliest San Marcos Apartments for Rent
The San Marcos Apartment community with the highest ApartmentHomeLiving.com Lifestyle Score for Pet Friendliness is Las Villas Del Norte Senior Living in the Central Escondido neighborhood with a Pet Friendliness rating of 4 of 4. Alta Vista Apartments in the Central Escondido neighborhood ranks second in Pet Friendliness with a score of 3.6 of 4. Here is today’s list of the most Pet Friendly San Marcos apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
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Las Villas Del Norte Senior Living | 4/4 | Central Escondido | $2,795 |
Alta Vista Apartments | 3.6/4 | Central Escondido | $2,281 |
Forest Glen | 3.4/4 | North Broadway | $2,350 |
Hidden Cove Apartments | 3.4/4 | Felicita | $2,331 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in San Marcos, CA
The lowest priced San Marcos apartment at a property that allows pets is the 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath 1 Bed Model at Sycamore Ridge Apartments in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second cheapest San Marcos Pet Friendly apartment is the Aspen Model at Millcreek Apartments, which is a 1 Bed starting at $2,145 in the Grand Estates neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly San Marcos apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | $1,925 |
Millcreek Apartments | Aspen | $2,145 |
Alta Vista Apartments | Andorra | $2,281 |
Forest Glen | Avocado | $2,350 |
Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community | One Bedroom 55+ Community | $2,400 |
The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | $2,550 |
Shadowridge Park Apartment Homes | Courtney | $2,579 |
Hidden Cove Apartments | Catamaran Premier | $2,616 |
Las Villas Del Norte Senior Living | One Bedroom | $2,795 |
Vista La Costa | 3 Bed 3 Bath | $4,000 |
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San Marcos Overview
San Marcos, California is located in the northern part of San Diego County, California. The name of the city is actually Spanish for St. Mark, a major character from the Bible. There are many people who are looking for apartments in San Marcos, California because it is relatively close to San Diego. At the same time, there are numerous San Marcos apartments available. Therefore, how can you find the right option to meet your needs? Learn more about the joys of living in this area below. Remember to reach out to someone with local knowledge who can help you find the best apartment to meet your needs.á
Why live in San Marcos, CA?
San Marcos is a beautiful place to live for several reasons. First, the cost of living in San Marcos is lower than it is in San Diego. Therefore, you might be able to save some money by moving to the suburbs. Second, the weather is beautiful. It is warm throughout the year, and it does not rain very often. If you love warm weather, you should be happy in San Marcos. Finally, it is relatively easy to get around. Even though traffic can get heavy during rush hour, it is still relatively light during the day. For all of these reasons, many people are moving to San Marcos.á
Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Marcos, CA
Ranked #113
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around San Marcos, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly San Marcos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in San Marcos?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in San Marcos is at The Terraces listed at $1,220.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in San Marcos is $2,418.
What is the largest Pet Friendly San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 1,528 square feet unit starting from $2,281 at Alta Vista Apartments.
What is the average size for San Marcos Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in San Marcos is currently at 710 sq ft.
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