
Homes for Rent in San Marcos, CA Under $4,000 (49 Rentals)


1646 Avery Rd

1230 Highbluff Ave

150 Diamante Rd, Unit 150

343 Mission Villas Rd

1880 Fairway Cir Dr

1608 Via Ocioso

2491 Antlers Way

2071 Lynx Way

2342 Sentinel Ln
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761 Hatfield Dr

391 Mission Villas Rd

445 Sutter Ct

2010 W San Marcos Blvd

628 Kellogg St

2474 Antlers Way

1656 Rue De Valle

1206 Rue Cap Ferrat

2236 Indus Way

147 Diamante Rd

2481 Longstaff Ct

870 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd

701 Ash Ln

204 Woodland Pkwy

207 Westlake Dr

269 W San Marcos Blvd

310 Smilax Rd

305 W San Marcos Blvd

400 Mulberry Dr

1620 1/4 York Dr

218 Skyridge Ln

7538 Gibraltar St

2839 Cazadero Dr

2302 Verano Wy.

717 Park Pl

3045 Corte Trabuco

3151 Vista Rica

3119 Vista Rica

992 Lupine Hills Dr

525 W El Norte Pkwy

3211 Sello Ln

1580 Oro Glen

956 Lupine Hills Dr

1620 1/2 York Dr

101 S Spruce St

1894 Fairway Park

3823 Robinhood Ln

1401 Montgomery Dr

1350 N Escondido Blvd
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 | $3,511 | $2,145 | $7,000 |
San Marcos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,082 | $2,850 | $7,500 |
San Marcos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,833 | $4,200 | $10,000+ |
San Marcos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,400 |
San Marcos 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $24,250 | $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 $1,595 to $5,990. There are also 77 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Marcos ranging from $1,500 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 $1,500 to $30,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,877.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Marcos?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Marcos range from $2,595 to $5,990, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,850 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $5,600.
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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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.

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.