Luxury Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA (80 Rentals)

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The most luxurious Apartments in San Marcos with high-end amenities, features, and finishes.

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

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$2,252 - $5,790
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Tuscany Hills Apartments

715 Ash LnSan Marcos, CA 92069
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222 North City
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$2,309 - $12,859
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$2,300 - $12,850
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$9

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$2,309 - $12,859
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

222 North City

222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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eaves San Marcos
Rent Specials
$2,336 - $3,175
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$2,259 - $3,098
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$77

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$2,336 - $3,175
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

eaves San Marcos

823 Nordahl RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Palomar Station
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$2,582 - $5,522
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$2,565 - $5,505
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$17

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$2,582 - $5,522
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Palomar Station

1257 Armorlite DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Anden
$3,554 - $4,101
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$3,512 - $4,059
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$42

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$3,554 - $4,101
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Feb 24

Anden

152 N Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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$4,020 - $4,100

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823 Nordahl Rd

San MarcosCA92069
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Crest 850
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crest 850

850 Village DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Alora Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alora Apartments

616 Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Sora Residence
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sora Residence

254 Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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The Palms
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Palms

240-248 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Liberty Triplex
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Triplex

354-368 Liberty DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Camden Old Creek
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Camden Old Creek

1935 Northstar WaySan Marcos, CA 92078
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Whispering Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whispering Oaks

468 N Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92069

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Eugene Eddy
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eugene Eddy

150 Gosnell WaySan Marcos, CA 92069
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Millcreek Apartments
$2,107 - $2,809
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$2,093 - $2,795
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$2,107 - $2,809
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Millcreek Apartments

2130 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Hidden Cove
$2,220 - $3,116
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$2,142 - $3,038
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$78

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$2,220 - $3,116
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Hidden Cove

910 Del Dios HwyEscondido, CA 92029
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Altair Apartment Homes
$2,231 - $5,513
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$2,214 - $5,496
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$17

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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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Madera Ridge
Rent Specials
$2,299 - $2,794
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$2,292 - $2,787
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$7

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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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Latitude 33
Rent Specials
$2,308 - $2,987
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$2,301 - $2,980
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$7

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$2,308 - $2,987
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Latitude 33

515 Meander GlenEscondido, CA 92025
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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 San Marcos

How much are Studio apartments in San Marcos?

There are currently 61 Studio Apartments in San Marcos with rent ranges from $1,590 to $3,789 with an average price of $2,664.

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 $1,595 to $4,874 with an average monthly rent of $2,674.

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 $1,040 to $8,809. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,625.

How expensive are San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 77 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Marcos on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,499 to $12,859 - averaging $5,523 for the location.

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