
Top Rated Luxury Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA (33 Rentals)
Top Rated Apartments in San Marcos.
Higher End Luxurious Apartments in San Marcos.


Palomar Station

Tuscany Hills Apartments

The Avenue at San Marcos

Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes

Barham Villas Apartment Homes

Anden

Woodland Village Senior Apartments

Crest 850
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eaves San Marcos

Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community

Shadowridge Park Apartments

Millcreek Apartments

Altair Apartment Homes
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Reidy Creek

Elan River Village

Santa Fe Townhomes

SYCAMORE GREENS APARTMENT HOMES

Madera Ridge

Las Villas Del Norte Senior Living

Vista La Costa
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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 | $2,012 | $1,645 | $2,609 |
San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,352 | $1,665 | $3,218 |
San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,823 | $1,720 | $4,200 |
San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,760 | $2,595 | $6,750 |
San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,750 | $5,900 | $7,600 |
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Getting Around San Marcos, CA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about San Marcos
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 $1,665 to $3,218 with an average monthly rent of $2,352.
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 $1,720 to $4,200. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,823.
How expensive are San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 66 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Marcos on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,595 to $6,750 - averaging $3,760 for the location.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
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