Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand Estates Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $1,600 (14 Rentals)
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Grand Estates, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grand Estates?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Grand Estates Studio Apartments | $2,706 | $1,995 | $3,335 |
Grand Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,404 | $1,925 | $3,020 |
Grand Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,992 | $2,150 | $5,220 |
Grand Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,787 | $3,785 | $3,790 |
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Cheapest Available Grand Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grand Estates area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at WINDSOR MANOR I priced from $1,925. Sycamore Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here are the most affordable Grand Estates apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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WINDSOR MANOR I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Pepperwood Apartments | Plan 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,055 |
Elan Northwoods | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand Estates, CA
As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grand Estates area is the $3.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Two Bath Remodeled Model at Mariposa in the in the Grand Estates neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Grand Estates apartment is the Sirocco Model at Shadowridge Summerwind starting at $2,736 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Dejong neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grand Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mariposa | Two Bedroom - Two Bath Remodeled | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
Shadowridge Summerwind | Sirocco | 2BR,1BA | $3.11 |
Elan Northwoods | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
WINDSOR MANOR I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Shadowridge Park Apartments | The Albany | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
Prominence Apartments | Santa Clara | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
Avalon Vista | A2-589sq | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
Palomar Station | Studio - 2 | Studio ,1BA | $4.04 |
Pepperwood Apartments | Plan 1 | Studio ,1BA | $4.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grand Estates Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Grand Estates?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Grand Estates is at Pepperwood Apartments listed at $1,995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Grand Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Grand Estates Apartment is $1,925 at WINDSOR MANOR I.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Grand Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Grand Estates is starting from $2,150 at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.
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