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WINDSOR MANOR III
535 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $659 (26 Rentals)
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$2,125 - $2,5501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 9
Windsor Manor Apartments
245 Knoll RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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WINDSOR MANOR I
250 Knoll RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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$2,1501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 20
Benchmark Apartments
353 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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The Palms
240-248 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
240-48 W San Marcos Blvd
San MarcosCA92069
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$2,495 - $3,0951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Avenue at San Marcos
506 E Barham DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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$2,498 - $3,5741 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Prominence Apartments
601 S Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Sora Residence
254 Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Estrella
600 W Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
343 Autumn Dr, Unit 214
343 Autumn Dr
San MarcosCA92069
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Alora Apartments
616 Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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$2,608 - $12,909
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222 North City
222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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$2,620 - $6,4631 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Barham Villas
570 E Barham DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
305 W San Marcos Blvd, Unit 88
305 W San Marcos Blvd
San MarcosCA92069
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Westlake Village
405-419 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Paseo del Oro
428 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Terra Cotta Apartments
501-523 Rush DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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San Marcos Manor Apartments
285 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Meadowlark Apartments
233 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Villa Serena
339-340 Marcos StSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Sierra Vista
435-459 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Crest 850
850 Village DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
433 Autumn Dr
San MarcosCA92069
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Liberty Triplex
354-368 Liberty DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Casa Mia
346 Pleasant WaySan Marcos, CA 92069
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Atherton at San Elijo Hills, San Marcos, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills Studio Apartments | $3,010 | $2,608 | $3,714 |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,250 | $2,000 | $4,534 |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,226 | $2,400 | $10,000+ |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,007 | $3,614 | $10,000+ |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,034 | $7,034 | $7,034 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at The Palms priced from $2,400. WINDSOR MANOR III has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,475. Here are the most affordable Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,400 |
| WINDSOR MANOR III | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,475 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| Sora Residence | Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $2,500 |
| Estrella | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,566 |
| Alora Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2,602 |
| 222 North City | S-1 | Studio,1BA | $2,608 |
| Barham Villas | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $2,620 |
| Casa Mia | CM2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2,675 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Cruz III WITH LOFT | 2BR,2BA | $2,898 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atherton at San Elijo Hills, CA
As of September 04, 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 $3,817 with a $3.09 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 222 North City | PH-B2 | 2BR,2BA | $8.34 |
| Anden | 1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.09 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE | 2BR,2BA | $3.37 |
| WINDSOR MANOR III | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Casa Mia | CM2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| Barham Villas | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $3.97 |
| Alora Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.90 |
| Estrella | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Atherton at San Elijo Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Atherton at San Elijo Hills is under $2,898.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills is The Avenue at San Marcos which is listed at $2,495, while the average apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills costs $3,809.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4 regular apartments in Atherton at San Elijo Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?
Cheap apartments in Atherton at San Elijo Hills have an average cost of $116 which is $3,693 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Atherton at San Elijo Hills.
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