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222 North City
222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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598 Tam O Shanter Dr
San MarcosCA92069
842 Via Bella Donna
San MarcosCA92078
1500 Knob Hill Rd
San MarcosCA92069
517 Heather Ridge Rd
San MarcosCA92078
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San MarcosCA92069
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545 Sonoma St
San MarcosCA92078
603 Via Del Caballo
San MarcosCA92078
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Mission Terrace
316 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Peak59
N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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The Knolls
688 Vineyard RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Firebird Manor
434-444 Firebird LnSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Liberty Triplex
354-368 Liberty DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
1162 Pebble Springs Ln
EscondidoCA92026
6057 Paseo Carreta
CarlsbadCA92009
1023 W 2nd Ave
EscondidoCA92025
2283 Rock View Glen
EscondidoCA92026
2711 Ascot Ave
CarlsbadCA92009
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19948 Cerro Pedregoso
Elfin ForestCA92029
3000 Azahar St
CarlsbadCA92009
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3256 Sitio Tortuga
3256 Sitio TortugaCarlsbad, CA 92009
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2836-2908 Unicornio St
2836-2908 Unicornio StCarlsbad, CA 92009
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1776 Country Club Dr
1776 Country Club DrEscondido, CA 92029
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The Terraces
1301 Morning View DrEscondido, CA 92026
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Palmas Del Sol
1132 N BroadwayEscondido, CA 92026
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San Marcos, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos Studio Apartments | $2,531 | $1,373 | $3,714 |
| San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $1,464 | $5,168 |
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $1,740 | $10,000+ |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,883 | $2,483 | $10,000+ |
San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,253 | $5,125 | $7,034 |
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San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: September 03, 2026There are currently 9 available 4 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over San Marcos, CA that range in price from $5,125 to $7,034. Mira Lago, Richland Villas and Atherton at San Elijo Hills are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 4 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Marcos with the most available 4 Bedroom apartments:
| Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mira Lago | 2 | $6,079 | $5,125 |
| Richland Villas | 2 | $6,079 | $5,125 |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills | 1 | $7,034 | $7,034 |
| San Elijo Hills | 1 | $7,034 | $7,034 |
| Vallecitos Ridge | 1 | $7,034 | $7,034 |
| Village O | 1 | $7,034 | $7,034 |
| Vistas at Rancho Santalina | 1 | $7,034 | $7,034 |
Largest Available San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 222 North City | TH-D1 | 1,605 Sq Ft | $7,034 |
Cheapest Available San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 222 North City | TH-D1 | $7,034 |
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How much are Studio apartments in San Marcos?
There are currently 66 Studio Apartments in San Marcos with rent ranges from $1,373 to $3,714 with an average price of $2,531.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Marcos Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Marcos ranges from $1,464 to $5,168 with an average monthly rent of $2,787.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Marcos cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Marcos range from $1,740 to $10,331. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,400.
How expensive are San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 78 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Marcos on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,483 to $12,909 - averaging $5,883 for the location.
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