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400 Mulberry Dr

6034 Colt Pl

2745 Surrey Ln

1050 W Washington Ave

237 Wilkinson Dr

744 Park Pl

3216 Rancho Companero

826 Genoa Way

3823 Robinhood Ln - 1Unit C
San Marcos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in San Marcos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Marcos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $2,395 | $7,000 |
San Marcos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,509 | $3,200 | $8,000 |
San Marcos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,470 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
San Marcos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,911 | $5,100 | $10,000+ |
San Marcos 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,800 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
San Marcos 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Marcos
What type of rentals are currently available in San Marcos?
There are currently 276 Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,500 to $4,400. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Marcos ranging from $1,250 to $30,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Marcos?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Marcos ranges from $1,250 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,712.
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.