Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lake San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (11 Rentals)

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Westlake Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westlake Village

405-419 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Melrose Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Melrose Villas

1820 Melrose DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Grandon Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandon Village

1603-1615 Grandon AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Shane Park Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shane Park Plaza

240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Sierra Vista
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Vista

435-459 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Hunters Pointe
1 Bedroom Apartments

Hunters Pointe

7270 Calle PlataCarlsbad, CA 92009
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Lake San Marcos, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Lake San Marcos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lake San Marcos area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Elan Northwoods priced from $2,305. Viewpoint Luxury Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,499. Here are the most affordable Lake San Marcos apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elan Northwoods11A1BR,1BA$2,305
Viewpoint Luxury Apartments1x1-7161BR,1BA$2,499
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2,500
Liberty Triplex2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2,600
Palomar StationOne Bedroom - 41BR,1BA$2,832

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake San Marcos area is the $2.23 price per square foot 3 Bed 3 Bath Model at Vista La Costa in the in the Dejong neighborhood starting from $4,850. The second greatest value Lake San Marcos 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 Lake San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vista La Costa3 Bed 3 Bath3BR,3BA$2.23
Liberty Triplex2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.60
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.94
Elan Northwoods11A1BR,1BA$3.07
Palomar StationOne Bedroom - 41BR,1BA$3.92
Viewpoint Luxury Apartments1x1-7161BR,1BA$3.49
Furnished Studio-San MarcosFurnished Studio-San MarcosStudio ,1BA$11.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Lake San Marcos, San Marcos, CA

Ranked #7

Among neighborhoods in San Marcos, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Lake San Marcos Neighborhood in San Marcos, CA

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lake San Marcos Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment is $2,305 at Elan Northwoods.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lake San Marcos Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lake San Marcos is starting from $2,500 at The Palms.

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