524 Longmeadow St
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Cheap Apartments for Rent near Lake San Marcos, CA from $1,557 (30 Rentals)
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$1,557 - $2,2411 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Grandon Village
1607 Grandon AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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$1,700 - $2,483Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Eastgate
16 Creekside DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
560 S Pacific St
San MarcosCA92078
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$1,909 - $2,2821 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Senior Community: Rancho Santa Fe Village 55+
500 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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$2,059 - $2,803
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Mariposa
221 Smilax RdVista, CA 92083
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$2,110 - $2,6051 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 25
Meadow Creek Apartments
3474 Descanso AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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$2,125 - $2,5501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 9
Windsor Manor Apartments
245 Knoll RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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$2,125 - $2,5501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 9
WINDSOR MANOR I
250 Knoll RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Furnished Studio-San Marcos
1480 Grand AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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$2,300 - $2,6002 Bedroom Apartments Available Soon
Ridgeview
6505 Paseo FronteraCarlsbad, CA 92009
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$2,342 - $3,4681 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Prominence Apartments
601 S Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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$2,347 - $2,5611 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Elan Northwoods
420 Smilax RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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$2,4002 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Vista Flores Apartments
240-258 Las Flores DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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$2,571 - $4,567
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Palomar Station
1257 Armorlite DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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$2,6752 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
320 Smilax Rd
320 Smilax RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
300 Smilax Rd, Unit 8
300 Smilax Rd
San MarcosCA92069
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$2,6752 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1
320 Smilax Rd, Unit Leasing Office
320 Smilax RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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$2,680 - $5,0851 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Cresterra Apartments
1935 Northstar WaySan Marcos, CA 92078
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Copper Creek Apartment Homes
1710 Elfin Forest RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Sage Canyon
1010 Stephanie StSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Melrose Villas
1820 Melrose DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Terra Cotta Apartments
501-523 Rush DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Hunters Pointe
7270 Calle PlataCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Shane Park Plaza
240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
705 Westbrook Loop
San MarcosCA92078
6068 Paseo Salinero
CarlsbadCA92009
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Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments
6053 Paseo AcampoCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
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Crest 850
850 Village DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
1620 1/2 York Dr
VistaCA92084
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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 | $2,205 | $1,700 | $2,758 |
| Lake San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,524 | $1,557 | $3,600 |
| Lake San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,825 | $1,847 | $3,975 |
| Lake San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,123 | $2,483 | $4,900 |
| Lake San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,600 | $6,600 | $6,600 |
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Cheapest Available Lake San Marcos Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Lake San Marcos, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Grandon Village in the San Marcos neighborhood priced from $1,847. Senior Community: Rancho Santa Fe Village 55+ in the San Marcos neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,909. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake San Marcos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Grandon Village | 2+1 50% | 2BR,1BA | $1,847 |
| Senior Community: Rancho Santa Fe Village 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,909 |
| Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2,085 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Clara | 1BR,1BA | $2,342 |
| Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B Large | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Mariposa | Two Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2,440 |
| Elan Northwoods | 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2,561 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,571 |
| Cresterra Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,680 |
| Virano Apartments | 2x2F-888 | 2BR,2BA | $3,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA and Nearby
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lake San Marcos area is the $3.22 price per square foot 3x2-1178-J Model at Viewpoint Luxury Apartments in the in the San Marcos neighborhood starting from $3,799. The second greatest value Lake San Marcos apartment is the Two Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio Model at Mariposa starting at $2,440 with a $2.54 price per square foot in the Vista neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Viewpoint Luxury Apartments | 3x2-1178-J | 3BR,2BA | $3.22 |
| Mariposa | Two Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.26 |
| Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B Large | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Elan Northwoods | 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Cresterra Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.72 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.69 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Clara | 1BR,1BA | $3.75 |
| Senior Community: Rancho Santa Fe Village 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Grandon Village | 1+1 60% | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake San Marcos Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment is $1,885 at Grandon Village.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake San Marcos is starting from $1,847 at Grandon Village.
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The best deal on a cheap Lake San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Apartments and starts from $2,085.
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