Top Rated 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA (45 Rentals)

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222 North City
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$2,775 - $4,865
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$2,300 - $12,850
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$2,309 - $12,859
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222 North City

222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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Palomar Station
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$2,487 - $2,801
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$2,565 - $5,505
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$17

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$2,582 - $5,522
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Palomar Station

1257 Armorlite DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Tuscany Hills Apartments
$2,252 - $4,255
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$2,252 - $5,790

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$2,252 - $5,790
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Tuscany Hills Apartments

715 Ash LnSan Marcos, CA 92069
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eaves San Marcos
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$2,336 - $2,415
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$2,259 - $3,098
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$77

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$2,336 - $3,175
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eaves San Marcos

823 Nordahl RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Grandon Village
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Grandon Village

1603-1615 Grandon AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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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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363-379 Autumn Dr
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363-379 Autumn Dr

363-379 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Crest 850
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Crest 850

850 Village DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Camden Old Creek
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Camden Old Creek

1935 Northstar WaySan Marcos, CA 92078
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ParkView
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ParkView

363-379 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Rowan
$2,475
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$2,475 - $3,895
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$8

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$2,483 - $3,903
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Rowan

700 W Grand AveEscondido, CA 92025
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Alcove
$2,495
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$2,495 - $3,270
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$2,503 - $3,278
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Alcove

650 N Centre City PkyEscondido, CA 92025
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Santa Fe Ranch
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$2,558 - $3,044
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$2,278 - $3,566
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$280

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$2,558 - $3,846
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Santa Fe Ranch

3402 Calle OdessaCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Altair Apartment Homes
$2,214 - $3,398
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$2,214 - $5,496
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$2,231 - $5,513
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Altair Apartment Homes

1361 W 9th AveEscondido, CA 92029
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Millcreek Apartments
$2,095 - $2,195
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$2,081 - $2,781
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$14

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$2,095 - $2,795
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Millcreek Apartments

2130 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Latitude 33
Rent Specials
$2,301
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$2,301 - $2,980
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$7

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$2,308 - $2,987
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Latitude 33

515 Meander GlenEscondido, CA 92025
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Madera Ridge
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$2,292 - $2,464
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$2,292 - $2,787
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$2,299 - $2,794
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Madera Ridge

1051 W El Norte PkyEscondido, CA 92026
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6049 Paseo Acampo
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6049 Paseo Acampo

6049 Paseo AcampoCarlsbad, CA 92009
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1604 Lone Oak Rd
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1604 Lone Oak Rd

1604 Lone Oak RdVista, CA 92084
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Soltaire
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Soltaire

1086 Sycamore AveVista, CA 92081
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Latitude II
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Latitude II

444 W Washington AveEscondido, CA 92025
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2255 Primrose Ave
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2255 Primrose Ave

2255 Primrose AveVista, CA 92083
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Alta Vista Apartments
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Alta Vista Apartments

1245 Morning View DrEscondido, CA 92026
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Unicornio Apartments
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Unicornio Apartments

2855 Unicornio StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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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 $2,678.

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 850 square feet unit starting from $2,100 at Country Club Villas.

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 459 sq ft.

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

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.