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

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Casa Mia
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Mia

346 Pleasant WaySan 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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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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Meadowlark Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

233 W San Marcos BlvdSan 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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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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Whispering Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whispering Oaks

468 N Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Mission Terrace
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Mission Terrace

316 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Mariposa
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mariposa

604 W Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Villa Aspara
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Aspara

402-468 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069

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269 San Marcos Blvd
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

269 San Marcos Blvd

269 San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Westlake Gardens
2 Bedroom Apartments

Westlake Gardens

201-225 Westlake DrSan Marcos, CA 92069

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 Barham Villas priced from $2,442. Crest 850 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,495. Here are the most affordable Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barham VillasPoppy1BR,1BA$2,442
Crest 8501 Bed B1BR,1BA$2,495
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Cruz III WITH LOFT2BR,2BA$2,748
The Avenue at San Marcos2x22BR,2BA$2,895
Eugene EddyEugene Eddy- 3bed/2bath Lg.3BR,2BA$3,295
Anden12BR,2BA$3,545

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

As of October 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills area is the $2.87 price per square foot 1 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,545. The second greatest value Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartment is the Eugene Eddy- 3bed/2bath Lg. Model at Eugene Eddy starting at $3,295 with a $2.73 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.
Anden12BR,2.5BA$2.87
Eugene EddyEugene Eddy- 3bed/2bath Lg.3BR,2BA$2.73
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE2BR,2BA$3.19
The Avenue at San Marcos2x22BR,2BA$3.22
Crest 8501 Bed B1BR,1BA$3.60
Barham VillasPoppy1BR,1BA$3.70

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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 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 $2,644 at Barham Villas.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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