Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Paloma Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (6 Rentals)
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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 |
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Paloma Studio Apartments | $2,922 | $1,995 | $4,061 |
Paloma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,372 | $1,925 | $3,198 |
Paloma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,903 | $2,150 | $4,373 |
Paloma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,791 | $3,150 | $4,500 |
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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 Sycamore Ridge Apartments priced from $1,925. Pepperwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,995. Here are the most affordable Paloma apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Pepperwood Apartments | Plan 1 | Studio,1BA | $1,995 |
Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,055 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paloma, CA
As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Paloma area is the $3.23 price per square foot 1 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,986. The second greatest value Paloma apartment is the 3x2B2 Model at Tuscany Hills Apartments starting at $3,285 with a $3.22 price per square foot in the Vallecitos Ridge 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 | $3.23 |
Tuscany Hills Apartments | 3x2B2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.22 |
Liberty Triplex | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
Mariposa | Two Bedroom - Two Bath Remodeled | 2BR,2BA | $3.13 |
The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
Elan Northwoods | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
Millcreek Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
Prominence Apartments | Santa Clara | 1BR,1BA | $3.76 |
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Paloma Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Paloma Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Paloma Apartment is $1,925 at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Paloma Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Paloma is starting from $2,150 at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Paloma Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Paloma Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tuscany Hills Apartments and starts from $3,150.
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