
Senior Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA (15 Rentals)
Apartments for adults 55+ years of age in San Marcos with convenient services, and fun activities.


Woodland Village Senior Apartments
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Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community

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Casa Escondida

Village Green Senior Community

Las Villas Del Norte Senior Living
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55+ Senior Living at Quail Creek Apartments

Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community

Escondido Silvercrest Senior Residence
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Marcos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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San Marcos Senior Studio Apartments | $2,034 | $1,695 | $3,625 |
San Marcos Senior 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,448 | $1,665 | $3,480 |
San Marcos Senior 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,915 | $1,720 | $5,438 |
San Marcos Senior 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,743 | $2,800 | $5,260 |
San Marcos Senior 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,600 | $6,600 | $6,600 |
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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
Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Marcos, CA
Ranked #116
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 Senior San Marcos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Senior apartment in San Marcos?
Currently the most affordable Senior Apartment in San Marcos is at Village Green Senior Community listed at $1,720.
How much is the average rent for a Senior San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a Senior Apartment in San Marcos is $2,124.
What is the largest Senior San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's Senior apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 950 square feet unit starting from $1,895 at Casa Escondida.
What is the average size for San Marcos Senior Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Senior rental in San Marcos is currently at 643 sq ft.
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