
Cheap Homes for Rent in Atherton at San Elijo Hills Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $1,900 (5 Rentals)
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269 W San Marcos Blvd
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579 Almond Rd
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427 Almond Rd
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Atherton at San Elijo Hills 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,013 | $2,795 | $3,250 |
Atherton at San Elijo Hills 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,819 | $3,400 | $4,650 |
Atherton at San Elijo Hills 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
Atherton at San Elijo Hills 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,950 | $5,950 | $5,950 |
Atherton at San Elijo Hills 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,495 | $6,495 | $6,495 |
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There are currently 5 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 The Avenue at San Marcos priced from $2,395. Prominence Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,498. 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 Avenue at San Marcos | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,395 |
Prominence Apartments | Santa Barbara III | 1BR,1BA | $2,498 |
The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Atherton at San Elijo Hills, CA
As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Atherton at San Elijo Hills area is the $2.91 price per square foot 1 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,599. The second greatest value Atherton at San Elijo Hills apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Liberty Triplex starting at $2,600 with a $2.60 price per square foot in the Grand Estates 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. |
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Anden | 1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.91 |
Liberty Triplex | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
Block C Apartments | B5 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.95 |
Prominence Apartments | Santa Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE | 2BR,2BA | $3.35 |
The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
Barham Villas Apartment Homes | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
The Avenue at San Marcos | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Atherton at San Elijo Hills
What type of rentals are currently available in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?
There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Atherton at San Elijo Hills, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,925 to $4,159. There are also 16 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Atherton at San Elijo Hills ranging from $1,999 to $6,495.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Atherton at San Elijo Hills?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Atherton at San Elijo Hills ranges from $1,999 to $6,495 with an average monthly rent of $4,296.
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