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Westlake Village
405-419 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paloma Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $659 (11 Rentals)
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Paseo del Oro
428 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
609 Landmark Pl
San MarcosCA92069
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Shane Park Plaza
240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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San Marcos Manor Apartments
285 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Meadowlark Apartments
233 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
3431 Capalina Rd
San MarcosCA92069
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Villa Serena
339-340 Marcos StSan Marcos, CA 92069
524 Longmeadow St
VistaCA92081
1620 1/4 York Dr
VistaCA92084
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La Sabila
2357 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92083
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Paloma, San Marcos, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Paloma?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paloma Studio Apartments | $2,079 | $2,000 | $2,159 |
| Paloma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,455 | $1,925 | $3,436 |
| Paloma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,865 | $2,325 | $3,975 |
| Paloma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,797 | $2,999 | $4,481 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Paloma Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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Cheapest Available Paloma Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Paloma area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Millcreek Apartments priced from $2,195. Tuscany Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Paloma apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millcreek Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| Tuscany Hills Apartments | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,350 |
| Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B Large | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paloma, CA
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paloma area is the $3.09 price per square foot 1 Model at Anden in the in the San Marcos neighborhood starting from $3,816. The second greatest value Paloma apartment is the 2x2F-1086 Model at Virano Apartments starting at $3,450 with a $3.18 price per square foot in the San Marcos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Paloma apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Anden | 1 | 2BR,2.5BA | $3.09 |
| Virano Apartments | 2x2F-1086 | 2BR,2BA | $3.18 |
| Mariposa | Two Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio | 2BR,2BA | $2.54 |
| Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B Large | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Elan Northwoods | 2 Bedrooms 2 Baths - 22A | 2BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.71 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Casa Mia | CM2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $3.17 |
| Millcreek Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| 572 Plumosa Ave, Unit Studio | 572 Plumosa Ave | Studio ,1BA | $3.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paloma Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Paloma?
The cheapest apartment in Paloma is Millcreek Apartments which is listed at $2,195, while the average apartment in Paloma costs $2,561.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Paloma?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Paloma that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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