Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mira Lago Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (32 Rentals)

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222 North City
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$2,634 - $12,909
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222 North City

222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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Westlake Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westlake Village

405-419 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Paseo del Oro
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo del Oro

428 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Terra Cotta Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Cotta Apartments

501-523 Rush DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Meadowlark Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

233 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Villa Serena
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Serena

339-340 Marcos StSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Casa Mia
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Mia

346 Pleasant WaySan Marcos, CA 92069
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Whispering Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whispering Oaks

468 N Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Madera Ridge
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$2,212 - $2,678
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Madera Ridge

1051 W El Norte PkyEscondido, CA 92026
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Stoneridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stoneridge

1641 Borden RdEscondido, CA 92026
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Mira Lago, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mira Lago Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mira Lago area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes priced from $1,949. Whispering Pines Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here are the most affordable Mira Lago apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$1,949
Whispering Pines Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2,000
Madera Ridge1x1C1BR,1BA$2,212
Country Club GardensTwo Bedrooms2BR,2BA$2,295
The Avenue at San Marcos1x11BR,1BA$2,295
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community2x22BR,2BA$2,354
Tuscany Hills Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$2,400
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2,400
Altair Apartment HomesPlan A One Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$2,415
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Clara1BR,1BA$2,498

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Lago, CA

As of August 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mira Lago area is the $3.09 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Whispering Oaks in the in the San Marcos neighborhood starting from $3,401. The second greatest value Mira Lago apartment is the Sycamore Model at Barham Villas starting at $3,977 with a $3.90 price per square foot in the San Marcos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mira Lago apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Whispering Oaks3x23BR,2BA$3.09
Barham VillasSycamore3BR,2BA$3.90
Country Club GardensTwo Bedrooms2BR,2BA$2.49
Whispering Pines Apartments2x12BR,1BA$2.22
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community2x22BR,2BA$2.72
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
Madera Ridge1x1C1BR,1BA$3.16
Altair Apartment HomesPlan A One Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$3.56
Tuscany Hills Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$3.91
Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$3.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mira Lago Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mira Lago?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mira Lago is at 222 North City listed at $2,634.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Lago Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mira Lago Apartment is $1,949 at Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mira Lago Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mira Lago is starting from $2,000 at Whispering Pines Apartments.

What is the most affordable Mira Lago Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mira Lago Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Whispering Oaks and starts from $3,401.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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