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400 Mulberry Dr
San MarcosCA92069
237 Wilkinson Dr
San MarcosCA92078
3823 Robinhood Ln
VistaCA92084
1084 Duncan Ct
San MarcosCA92078
525 W El Norte Pkwy
EscondidoCA92026
525 W El Norte Pky
EscondidoCA92026
1401 Montgomery Dr
VistaCA92084
826 Genoa Way
San MarcosCA92078
2164 Bella Vista Dr
VistaCA92084
795 Via Bahia
San MarcosCA92069
265 Wilkinson Dr
San MarcosCA92078
3217 Rancho Milagro
CarlsbadCA92009
305 W San Marcos Blvd
San MarcosCA92069
318 Smilax Rd
San MarcosCA92069
300 Smilax Rd
San MarcosCA92069
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San Marcos, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,258 | $2,145 | $7,000 |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,428 | $3,500 | $8,000 |
| San Marcos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,323 | $3,995 | $10,000+ |
| San Marcos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,550 | $5,100 | $10,000+ |
| San Marcos 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $13,100 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
| San Marcos 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $30,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Marcos, CA
Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Marcos, CA area range in price from $1,050 to $12,000 with an overall median price of $6,644. The three San Marcos neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Lake San Marcos at $3,400, Vistas at Rancho Santalina at $2,200, and Mira Lago at $1,050. Here is today’s list of the top 9 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Marcos Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake San Marcos | $4,000 | $3,400 | 13 |
| Vistas at Rancho Santalina | $4,950 | $2,200 | 55 |
| Mira Lago | $5,100 | $1,050 | 97 |
| Richland Villas | $5,100 | $1,500 | 102 |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills | $5,247 | $1,895 | 49 |
| Vallecitos Ridge | $5,500 | $1,500 | 37 |
| Paloma | $5,900 | $2,145 | 43 |
| San Elijo Hills | $12,000 | $2,300 | 10 |
| Village O | $12,000 | $1,500 | 82 |
Cheapest Available San Marcos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Village Green Senior Community in the North Broadway neighborhood priced from $1,595. Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community in the North Broadway neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,764. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marcos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Green Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,764 |
| Casa Escondida | One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,870 |
| Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| 55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 San Marcos apartment is the A Model at Santa Fe Townhomes starting at $3,395 with a $2.02 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista La Costa | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.50 |
| Santa Fe Townhomes | A | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.02 |
| Anden | 3 | 3BR,3BA | $2.58 |
| Sycamore Hills Village | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Liberty Triplex | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Clark St Terrace | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.51 |
| Country Club Villas | Plan Two | 2BR,2BA | $2.42 |
| 55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments | Two Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Plaza Verde | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
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There are currently 277 Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,595 to $5,590. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Marcos ranging from $1,050 to $30,000.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Marcos ranges from $1,050 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $8,774.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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