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6053 Paseo AcampoCarlsbad, CA 92009
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$1,925 - $2,3751 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
WINDSOR MANOR I
250 Knoll RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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221 Smilax RdVista, CA 92083
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Windsor Manor Apartments
245 Knoll RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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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 | $2,849 | $2,849 | $2,849 |
| Lake San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,573 | $1,925 | $3,225 |
| Lake San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,147 | $1,781 | $4,966 |
| Lake San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,103 | $3,340 | $5,260 |
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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 Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Ap... in the Dejong neighborhood priced from $1,781. Mariposa in the Grand Estates neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,959. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lake San Marcos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Ap... | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,781 |
| Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,959 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Barbara III | 1BR,1BA | $2,498 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA and Nearby
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake San Marcos area is the $2.67 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Ap... in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $3,340. The second greatest value Lake San Marcos apartment is the Two Bedroom - Two Bath Remodeled Model at Mariposa starting at $2,799 with a $2.92 price per square foot in the Grand Estates 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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| Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Ap... | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Mariposa | Two Bedroom - Two Bath Remodeled | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
| Viewpoint Luxury Apartments | 2x2-936-J2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.47 |
| Meadow Creek Apartments | 2B 2B | 2BR,2BA | $2.92 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Furnished Studio-San Marcos | Furnished Studio-San Marcos | Studio ,1BA | $9.50 |
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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 $1,959 at Mariposa.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake San Marcos is starting from $2,380 at Vista Flores Apartments.
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