
3 Bedroom Homes for Rent in San Marcos, CA (33 Rentals)


506 Moonlight Dr

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823 Nordahl Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1135A

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823 Nordahl Rd, Unit SI FL1-ID1100A

327 Mission Villas Rd

443 Fitzpatrick Rd, Unit 102-B1

644 Hatfield Dr

517 Barnett Dr
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705 Hatfield Dr

1628 Avery Rd

808 Laurelwood Ct

363 Mission Villas Rd

1190 Elfin Forest Rd W

746 Camino Magnifico

569 Whitesage Rd

911 Slate St
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451 E Lincoln Ave, Unit SI ID1471809P

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2983 Paseo Almiar, Unit SI ID1062705P

1970 Fleetwood St

1523 Wingwood Ln

1527 Calavo Dr

1298 Rachel Cir

505 Smoketree Glen

1149 Carrotwood Glen
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1253 Joshua St

991 Hunter Trl

3062 Corte Trabuco

1523 Wingwood Ln

6865 Camino De Amigos

2620 El Aguila Ln

1445 Vaquero Glen

3211 Rancho Quartillo
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3377 Calle Margarita
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How much does it cost to rent a home in San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,294 | $2,425 | $6,200 |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,580 | $3,200 | $10,000+ |
| San Marcos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,056 | $3,800 | $10,000+ |
| San Marcos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,281 | $5,250 | $10,000+ |
| San Marcos 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 281 Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,373 to $12,909. There are also 93 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Marcos ranging from $895 to $14,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Marcos ranges from $895 to $14,500 with an average monthly rent of $4,506.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Marcos?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Marcos range from $2,454 to $12,909, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,200 to $13,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $6,600.
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.