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San MarcosCA92078
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Lake San Marcos, San Marcos, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Lake San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake San Marcos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,575 | $3,550 | $3,600 |
| Lake San Marcos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,050 | $3,550 | $4,650 |
| Lake San Marcos 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,198 | $3,995 | $7,600 |
| Lake San Marcos 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,250 | $6,250 | $6,250 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lake San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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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 2 Beds unit found at Vista Flores Apartments priced from $2,380. The Palms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,500. Here are the most affordable Lake San Marcos apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B S | 2BR,1BA | $2,380 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,500 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,571 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Lake San Marcos area is the $2.60 price per square foot 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Liberty Triplex in the in the Grand Estates neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Lake San Marcos apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Ap... starting at $2,898 with a $3.05 price per square foot in the Dejong neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lake San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Triplex | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Rancho Carrillo Apartments | Affordable Ap... | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Viewpoint Luxury Apartments | 2x2-936-J2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.47 |
| Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B S | 2BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.64 |
| Furnished Studio-San Marcos | Furnished Studio-San Marcos | Studio ,1BA | $9.50 |
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There are currently 61 Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,925 to $5,438. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake San Marcos ranging from $3,550 to $7,600.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake San Marcos ranges from $3,550 to $7,600 with an average monthly rent of $4,768.
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