
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA (32 Rentals)


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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lake San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake San Marcos Studio Apartments | $2,249 | $2,249 | $2,249 |
| Lake San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,372 | $1,995 | $2,774 |
| Lake San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $2,300 | $4,067 |
| Lake San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,953 | $3,340 | $5,160 |
| Lake San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,600 | $6,600 | $6,600 |
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Largest Available Lake San Marcos and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake San Marcos, CA is found at Palomar Station in the Grand Estates neighborhood and is 829 square feet priced from $2,664. Prominence Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 772 square feet and currently listed start at $2,528. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Lake San Marcos:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 6 | 829 Sq Ft | $2,664 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Barbara III | 772 Sq Ft | $2,528 |
| Elan Northwoods | 11A | 750 Sq Ft | $2,343 |
| Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 750 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
| Viewpoint Luxury Apartments | 1x1-716 | 716 Sq Ft | $2,550 |
| Meadow Creek Apartments | 1B 1B | 645 Sq Ft | $2,115 |
Cheapest Available Lake San Marcos and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of January 02, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake San Marcos, CA is the One Bedroom - One Bath Patio Model starting from $1,995 at Mariposa in the Grand Estates neighborhood. The second most affordable Lake San Marcos 1 Bedroom is the 1B 1B Model at Meadow Creek Apartments starting at $2,115 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Lake San Marcos is currently $2,372. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Lake San Marcos:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | $1,995 |
| Meadow Creek Apartments | 1B 1B | $2,115 |
| Elan Northwoods | 11A | $2,343 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | $2,390 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Barbara III | $2,528 |
| Viewpoint Luxury Apartments | 1x1-716 | $2,550 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Lake San Marcos is $2,372.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lake San Marcos is a 829 square feet unit starting from $2,664 at Palomar Station.
What is the average size for Lake San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Lake San Marcos is currently 800 sq ft.
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