Cheap Homes for Rent in Mira Lago Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $800 (12 Rentals)

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1412 Pine Heights Way

San MarcosCA92069

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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 Country Club Gardens priced from $1,925. Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,083. Here are the most affordable Mira Lago apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Country Club GardensOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$1,925
Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$2,083
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$2,134
Benchmark Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,150
Tuscany Hills Apartments1x1B1BR,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mira Lago, CA

As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mira Lago area is the $3.07 price per square foot 1 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,796. The second greatest value Mira Lago apartment is the 2x2 Model at Whispering Oaks starting at $2,881 with a $3.03 price per square foot in the Vallecitos Ridge 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.
Anden12BR,2.5BA$3.07
Whispering Oaks2x22BR,2BA$3.03
Barham VillasMulberry2BR,1BA$3.57
The Avenue at San Marcos2x22BR,2BA$3.22
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
Benchmark Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.69
Country Club GardensOne Bedrooms1BR,1BA$2.73
Madera Ridge1x1C1BR,1BA$3.39
Altair Apartment HomesPlan A One Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$3.63
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$3.56

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Mira Lago, 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 Mira Lago

What type of rentals are currently available in Mira Lago?

There are currently 82 Apartments for Rent in Mira Lago, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,925 to $12,909. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mira Lago ranging from $895 to $6,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mira Lago?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mira Lago ranges from $895 to $6,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,504.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mira Lago?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mira Lago range from $2,893 to $12,909, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,400 to $6,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $4,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,534.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.