Apartments for Rent in the 92078 ZIP Code of San Marcos, CA (165 Rentals)

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Paloma
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paloma

1107 Estrella RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Lake Park Terrace
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lake Park Terrace

1513-1525 Grandon AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Peak59
3 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Peak59

N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92078

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The Quad-Student Housing
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Quad-Student Housing

210 E Barham DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
Student Housing
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Shane Park Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shane Park Plaza

240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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348 Las Flores Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

348 Las Flores Dr

348 Las Flores DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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La Mores Estates
Studio Apartments

La Mores Estates

1175 La Moree RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Casitas Del Sol
Studio Apartments

Casitas Del Sol

1219 E Barham DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Promenade At Creekside
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Promenade At Creekside

660 Grand AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Terra Cotta Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Cotta Apartments

501-523 Rush DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 92078 ZIP Code

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the 92078 ZIP Code?

As of today, August 27, 2026, there are currently 165 available 92078 apartments priced from $1,557 to $12,909, with an average monthly rent of $3,821.

How much are Studio apartments in 92078?

There are currently 29 Studio Apartments in 92078 with rent ranges from $1,700 to $3,714 with an average price of $2,787.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom 92078 Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in 92078 ranges from $1,557 to $5,168 with an average monthly rent of $2,982.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in 92078 cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in 92078 range from $1,847 to $10,331. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,727.

How expensive are 92078 Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 42 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in 92078 on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,483 to $12,909 - averaging $5,990 for the location.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.