1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA (147 Rentals)

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222 North City
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$2,765 - $5,159
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222 North City

222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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Palomar Station
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$2,559 - $2,880
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Palomar Station

1257 Armorlite DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Shane Park Plaza
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Shane Park Plaza

240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Mariposa
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Mariposa

604 W Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Lake Park Terrace
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Lake Park Terrace

1513-1525 Grandon AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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363-379 Autumn Dr
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363-379 Autumn Dr

363-379 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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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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Paseo del Oro
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Paseo del Oro

428 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Westlake Village
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Westlake Village

405-419 Autumn DrSan 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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Autumn Terrace
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Autumn Terrace

281 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Sage Canyon
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Sage Canyon

1010 Stephanie StSan Marcos, CA 92078
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San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 16, 2026

There are currently 746 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Marcos, CA that range in price from $1,557 to $5,168. Mira Lago, Richland Villas and Vistas at Rancho Santalina are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Marcos with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Mira Lago115$3,046$1,895
Richland Villas113$3,059$2,000
Vistas at Rancho Santalina102$3,071$1,557
Village O95$3,109$1,810
Vallecitos Ridge92$3,109$2,000
Atherton at San Elijo Hills88$3,134$2,000
San Elijo Hills86$3,134$1,557
Grand Estates25$2,366$1,557
Paloma17$2,193$1,925
Lake San Marcos12$2,357$1,557

Largest Available San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Marcos, CA is found at Virano Apartments in the San Marcos neighborhood and is 1,049 square feet priced from $3,225. 222 North City has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 943 square feet and currently listed start at $4,484. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in San Marcos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Virano Apartments1x2LW-10491,049 Sq Ft$3,225
222 North CityA-4943 Sq Ft$4,484
Palomar StationOne Bedroom - 6829 Sq Ft$2,835
Latitude 33Plan A1793 Sq Ft$2,657
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Barbara III772 Sq FtCall for Rates
Alta Vista ApartmentsAndorra759 Sq Ft$2,577
Hidden CoveHomestead Premier750 Sq Ft$2,569
MariposaOne Bedroom - One Bath Patio750 Sq Ft$2,063
Pepperwood ApartmentsPlan 2748 Sq Ft$2,380
Forest GlenAvocado743 Sq FtCall for Rates

Cheapest Available San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 16, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in San Marcos, CA is the One Bedroom, One Bath Model starting from $1,595 at Casa Escondida in the Country Club neighborhood. The second most affordable San Marcos 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Village Green Senior Community starting at $1,645 in the North Broadway neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in San Marcos is currently $2,729. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in San Marcos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Casa EscondidaOne Bedroom, One Bath$1,595
Village Green Senior CommunityOne Bedroom$1,645
55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,750
Rancho Santa Fe Village1 Bedroom$1,860
Country Club GardensOne Bedrooms$1,895
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle CommunityA1$1,907
Hendrix Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle CommunityA2$1,960
Reidy Creek IIAlder$1,975
Linda Vista Village1 Bedroom$1,995
MariposaOne Bedroom - One Bath Patio$2,063

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San Marcos Overview

San Marcos, California is located in the northern part of San Diego County, California. The name of the city is actually Spanish for St. Mark, a major character from the Bible. There are many people who are looking for apartments in San Marcos, California because it is relatively close to San Diego. At the same time, there are numerous San Marcos apartments available. Therefore, how can you find the right option to meet your needs? Learn more about the joys of living in this area below. Remember to reach out to someone with local knowledge who can help you find the best apartment to meet your needs.á

Why live in San Marcos, CA?

San Marcos is a beautiful place to live for several reasons. First, the cost of living in San Marcos is lower than it is in San Diego. Therefore, you might be able to save some money by moving to the suburbs. Second, the weather is beautiful. It is warm throughout the year, and it does not rain very often. If you love warm weather, you should be happy in San Marcos. Finally, it is relatively easy to get around. Even though traffic can get heavy during rush hour, it is still relatively light during the day. For all of these reasons, many people are moving to San Marcos.á

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom San Marcos Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Marcos with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in San Marcos is at Casa Escondida listed at $1,595.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Marcos Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in San Marcos is $2,729.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom San Marcos Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 1,049 square feet unit starting from $3,225 at Virano Apartments.

What is the average size for San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in San Marcos is currently 651 sq ft.

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