Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (23 Rentals)

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3 Bedroom, 3.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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360 Plateau Ave

San MarcosCA92078
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222 North City
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$2,359 - $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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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 Benchmark Apartments priced from $2,100. 222 North City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,359. Here are the most affordable Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Benchmark Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,100
222 North CityS-1Studio,1BA$2,359
EstrellaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,424
Alora Apartments1 bedrooms1BR,1BA$2,459
The Avenue at San Marcos2x22BR,2BA$3,050

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

As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills area is the $2.81 price per square foot 2 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,810. The second greatest value Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartment is the 3x2 Model at Whispering Oaks starting at $3,401 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Vallecitos Ridge 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.
Anden23BR,3BA$2.81
Whispering Oaks3x23BR,2BA$3.09
222 North CityPH-B12BR,2BA$8.13
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE2BR,2BA$3.42
Barham VillasMulberry2BR,1BA$3.55
The Avenue at San Marcos2x22BR,2BA$3.39
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
Benchmark Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.63
Alora Apartments1 bedrooms1BR,1BA$3.78
EstrellaOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$4.02

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Atherton At San Elijo Hills, San Marcos, CA

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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 $2,359.

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 $2,100 at Benchmark 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 Whispering Oaks and starts from $3,401.

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