Cheap Homes for Rent in Lake San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $2,800 (6 Rentals)

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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 Meadow Creek Apartments priced from $2,090. Benchmark Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Lake San Marcos apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Meadow Creek Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$2,090
Benchmark Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,100
Elan Northwoods11A1BR,1BA$2,329

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA

As of November 17, 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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Liberty Triplex2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$2.60
Rancho Carrillo Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.05
Viewpoint Luxury Apartments2x2-936-JM2BR,2BA$3.04
WINDSOR MANOR III2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.75
Virano Apartments2x2FC-8892BR,2BA$3.66
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.94
Benchmark Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.63
Elan Northwoods11A1BR,1BA$3.11
Palomar StationOne Bedroom - 31BR,1BA$3.99
Meadow Creek Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$3.32

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Lake San Marcos, San Marcos, CA

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Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Lake San Marcos

What type of rentals are currently available in Lake San Marcos?

There are currently 60 Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,000 to $4,850. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lake San Marcos ranging from $2,800 to $7,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lake San Marcos?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lake San Marcos ranges from $2,800 to $7,250 with an average monthly rent of $4,750.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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