Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (26 Rentals)

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222 North City
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$2,459 - $12,909
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222 North City

222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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Westlake Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westlake Village

405-419 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Paseo del Oro
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo del Oro

428 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Terra Cotta Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Cotta Apartments

501-523 Rush DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Meadowlark Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

233 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Villa Serena
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Serena

339-340 Marcos StSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Sierra Vista
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Vista

435-459 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Casa Mia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Mia Apartments

346 Pleasant WaySan Marcos, CA 92069
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Crest 850
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crest 850

850 Village DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Sora Residence
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sora Residence

254 Richmar AveSan 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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Atherton at San Elijo Hills, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Atherton at San Elijo Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Alora Apartments priced from $2,099. Estrella has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,099. Here are the most affordable Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Alora Apartments1 bedrooms1BR,1BA$2,099
EstrellaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,099
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Clara1BR,1BA$2,350
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2,400
222 North CityS-1Studio,1BA$2,459
The Avenue at San Marcos1x11BR,1BA$2,600
Barham VillasWoodland2BR,2BA$2,632
Whispering Oaks2x22BR,2BA$2,781
Anden12BR,2BA$4,414

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atherton at San Elijo Hills, CA

As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills area is the $8.34 price per square foot PH-B2 Model at 222 North City in the in the San Marcos neighborhood starting from $10,331. The second greatest value Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartment is the 1 Model at Anden starting at $4,414 with a $3.57 price per square foot in the San Marcos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
222 North CityPH-B22BR,2BA$8.34
Anden12BR,2.5BA$3.57
Whispering Oaks3x23BR,2BA$3.18
Barham VillasSycamore3BR,2BA$3.54
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
Alora Apartments1 bedrooms1BR,1BA$3.23
The Avenue at San Marcos1x11BR,1BA$4.06
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Clara1BR,1BA$3.76
EstrellaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.48

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Atherton at San Elijo Hills Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills is at 222 North City listed at $2,459.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Atherton at San Elijo Hills Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Atherton at San Elijo Hills Apartment is $2,099 at Alora Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Atherton at San Elijo Hills Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills is starting from $2,400 at The Palms.

What is the most affordable Atherton at San Elijo Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Atherton at San Elijo Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alora Apartments and starts from $2,999.

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