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Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community
650 Woodward StSan Marcos, CA 92069
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3474 Descanso AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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715 Ash LnSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community
768 Woodward StSan Marcos, CA 92069
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240-248 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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240-258 Las Flores DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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600 W Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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616 Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Palomar Station
1257 Armorlite DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
343 Autumn Dr
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405-419 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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428 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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285 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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233 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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339-340 Marcos StSan Marcos, CA 92069
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435-459 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Casa Mia Apartments
346 Pleasant WaySan Marcos, CA 92069
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254 Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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354-368 Liberty DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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2357 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92083
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820 Sycamore AveVista, CA 92081
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221 Smilax RdVista, CA 92083
2183 Primrose Ave
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Millcreek Apartments
2130 S Santa Fe AveVista, CA 92084
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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 | $2,489 | $1,590 | $3,149 |
| Paloma 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,336 | $1,925 | $3,225 |
| Paloma 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,909 | $2,225 | $4,195 |
| Paloma 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,535 | $3,018 | $4,200 |
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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. Mariposa has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,999. 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 |
| Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,999 |
| Elan Northwoods | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2,095 |
| Millcreek Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $2,107 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,134 |
| Meadow Creek Apartments | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
| Tuscany Hills Apartments | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,400 |
| Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B L | 2BR,1BA | $2,400 |
| Estrella | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,424 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Paloma, CA
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Paloma area is the $2.86 price per square foot 2 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,885. The second greatest value Paloma apartment is the 2B 1B L Model at Vista Flores Apartments starting at $2,400 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Grand Estates 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 | 2 | 3BR,3BA | $2.86 |
| Vista Flores Apartments | 2B 1B L | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Elan Northwoods | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $3.71 |
| Millcreek Apartments | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Meadow Creek Apartments | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.39 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
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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 Sycamore Ridge Apartments which is listed at $1,925, while the average apartment in Paloma costs $3,198.
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.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Paloma?
Cheap apartments in Paloma have an average cost of $260 which is $2,938 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Paloma.
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