
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (10 Rentals)
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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 | $2,786 | $2,500 | $3,780 |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,097 | $2,000 | $4,865 |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,290 | $2,356 | $8,800 |
| Atherton at San Elijo Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,671 | $3,747 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Atherton at San Elijo Hills Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Benchmark Apartments priced from $2,100. The Avenue at San Marcos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,295. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Casa Mia | CM2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atherton at San Elijo Hills, CA
As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills area is the $2.85 price per square foot 1 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,520. The second greatest value Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartment is the PH-B1 Model at 222 North City starting at $8,800 with a $8.10 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anden | 1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.85 |
| 222 North City | PH-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $8.10 |
| Liberty Triplex | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE | 2BR,2BA | $3.14 |
| WINDSOR MANOR III | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Casa Mia | CM2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Barham Villas | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $3.70 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Atherton at San Elijo Hills Apartments
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 $2,295 at Casa Mia.
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 Barham Villas and starts from $3,747.
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