
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Grand Estates Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $1,600 (10 Rentals)
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Grand Estates, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Grand Estates?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Grand Estates Studio Apartments | $3,385 | $2,883 | $4,061 |
Grand Estates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,534 | $1,925 | $3,198 |
Grand Estates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,994 | $2,150 | $4,373 |
Grand Estates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,028 | $3,844 | $4,194 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Grand Estates Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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Cheapest Available Grand Estates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Grand Estates area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sycamore Ridge Apartments priced from $1,925. Mariposa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,055. Here are the most affordable Grand Estates apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,055 |
Millcreek Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Grand Estates, CA
As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Grand Estates area is the $3.13 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Two Bath Remodeled Model at Mariposa in the in the Grand Estates neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Grand Estates apartment is the Sirocco Model at Shadowridge Summerwind starting at $2,934 with a $3.33 price per square foot in the Dejong neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Grand Estates apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Mariposa | Two Bedroom - Two Bath Remodeled | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
Shadowridge Summerwind | Sirocco | 2BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Elan Northwoods | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
Shadowridge Park Apartments | The Albany | 1BR,1BA | $3.77 |
Millcreek Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Prominence Apartments | Santa Clara | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
Avalon Vista | A1-561sq | 1BR,1BA | $4.41 |
Furnished Studio-San Marcos | Furnished Studio-San Marcos | Studio ,1BA | $11.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Grand Estates Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Grand Estates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Grand Estates Apartment is $1,925 at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Grand Estates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Grand Estates is starting from $2,150 at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.
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