3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA (36 Rentals)

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Villa Aspara
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Villa Aspara

402-468 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Soltaire
3 Bedroom Apartments

Soltaire

1086 Sycamore AveVista, CA 92081
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171-185 Echo Ln
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171-185 Echo Ln

171-185 Echo LnSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Melrose Villas
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Melrose Villas

1820 Melrose DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Camden Old Creek
3 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Old Creek

1935 Northstar WaySan Marcos, CA 92078
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Sage Canyon
3 Bedroom Apartments

Sage Canyon

1010 Stephanie StSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Las Flores Village
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Las Flores Village

1201 N Las Flores DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Eastgate
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Eastgate

16 Creekside DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Hunters Pointe
3 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Pointe

7270 Calle PlataCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Lake San Marcos, CA Local Guide

Largest Available Lake San Marcos and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake San Marcos, CA is found at Vista La Costa in the Carlsbad neighborhood and is 2,161 square feet priced from $4,775. Elan Northwoods in the San Marcos neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,258 square feet and currently listed start at $3,666. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Lake San Marcos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Vista La Costa3 Bed 3 Bath2,161 Sq Ft$4,775
Elan Northwoods32A1,258 Sq Ft$3,666
Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments3 Bedroom1,250 Sq Ft$3,340
Viewpoint Luxury Apartments3x2-1178-J1,178 Sq Ft$3,575

Cheapest Available Lake San Marcos and Nearby 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 21, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Lake San Marcos, CA is the 3 Bedroom Model starting from $3,340 at Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments in the Carlsbad neighborhood. The second most affordable Lake San Marcos 3 Bedroom is the 3x2-1178-J Model at Viewpoint Luxury Apartments starting at $3,575 in the San Marcos neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Lake San Marcos is currently $4,926. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Lake San Marcos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments3 Bedroom$3,340
Viewpoint Luxury Apartments3x2-1178-J$3,575
Elan Northwoods32A$3,666
Vista La Costa3 Bed 3 Bath$4,775

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Lake San Marcos is $4,926.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Lake San Marcos is a 2,161 square feet unit starting from $4,775 at Vista La Costa.

What is the average size for Lake San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Lake San Marcos is currently 1,253 sq ft.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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