Top Rated Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA (65 Rentals)

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222 North City
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$2,584 - $12,859
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$2,575 - $12,850
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222 North City

222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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Palomar Station
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$2,378 - $5,657
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$2,361 - $5,640
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Palomar Station

1257 Armorlite DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Anden
$3,724 - $4,425
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$3,682 - $4,383
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Anden

152 N Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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eaves San Marcos
$2,345 - $2,980
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$2,266 - $2,901
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$2,345 - $2,980
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eaves San Marcos

823 Nordahl RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Rowan
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$2,483 - $3,903
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$2,475 - $3,895
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Rowan

700 W Grand AveEscondido, CA 92025
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Millcreek Apartments
$2,107 - $2,809
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$2,093 - $2,795
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Millcreek Apartments

2130 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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Altair Apartment Homes
$2,416 - $6,317
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$2,399 - $6,300
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Altair Apartment Homes

1361 W 9th AveEscondido, CA 92029
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Latitude 33
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$2,308 - $2,987
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$2,301 - $2,980
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Latitude 33

515 Meander GlenEscondido, CA 92025
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Madera Ridge
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$2,280 - $2,659
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$2,273 - $2,652
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Madera Ridge

1051 W El Norte PkyEscondido, CA 92026
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Mission Terrace
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Terrace

316 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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The Quad-Student Housing
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

The Quad-Student Housing

210 E Barham DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Grandon Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandon Village

1603-1615 Grandon AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Shane Park Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shane Park Plaza

240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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1200 E Mission Rd
Studio Apartments

1200 E Mission Rd

1200 E Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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363-379 Autumn Dr
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

363-379 Autumn Dr

363-379 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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462 Henson Heights Dr
Studio Apartments

462 Henson Heights Dr

462 Henson Heights DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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1523 San Elijo Rd
Studio Apartments

1523 San Elijo Rd

1523 San Elijo RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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1231 Elfin Forest Rd
Studio Apartments

1231 Elfin Forest Rd

1231 Elfin Forest RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Latitude II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Latitude II

444 W Washington AveEscondido, CA 92025
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Soltaire
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Soltaire

1086 Sycamore AveVista, CA 92081
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2255 Primrose Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

2255 Primrose Ave

2255 Primrose AveVista, CA 92083
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Westwinds
Studio Apartments

Westwinds

1007 Howard AveEscondido, CA 92029
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1604 Lone Oak Rd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1604 Lone Oak Rd

1604 Lone Oak RdVista, CA 92084
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402 W Lincoln Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

402 W Lincoln Ave

402 W Lincoln AveEscondido, CA 92026
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San Marcos, CA Local Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Marcos

How much are Studio apartments in San Marcos?

There are currently 62 Studio Apartments in San Marcos with rent ranges from $1,595 to $3,789 with an average price of $4,484.

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 $2,718.

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 $1,850 to $8,809. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,619.

How expensive are San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 74 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Marcos on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,404 to $12,859 - averaging $5,897 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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

Written by: Bob Mallory

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.