Cheap Homes for Rent in Richland Villas Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $800 (6 Rentals)

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360 Plateau Ave

San MarcosCA92078

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Cheapest Available Richland Villas Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Richland Villas area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Benchmark Apartments priced from $2,100. Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,134. Here are the most affordable Richland Villas apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Benchmark Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,100
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$2,134
Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment HomesA21BR,1BA$2,181

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richland Villas, CA

As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richland Villas area is the $2.81 price per square foot 2 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,810. The second greatest value Richland Villas apartment is the 3x2 Model at Whispering Oaks starting at $3,401 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richland Villas apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Anden23BR,3BA$2.81
Whispering Oaks3x23BR,2BA$3.09
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE2BR,2BA$3.42
Barham VillasMulberry2BR,1BA$3.55
The Avenue at San Marcos2x22BR,2BA$3.39
eaves San MarcosB12BR,2BA$2.94
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
Benchmark Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.63
Madera Ridge1x1C1BR,1BA$3.15
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$3.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about Richland Villas

What type of rentals are currently available in Richland Villas?

There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in Richland Villas, CA with pricing that ranges from $2,000 to $12,909. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Richland Villas ranging from $1,100 to $5,495.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Richland Villas?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Richland Villas ranges from $1,100 to $5,495 with an average monthly rent of $3,663.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Richland Villas?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Richland Villas range from $2,998 to $12,909, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $4,595. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,495 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $7,534.

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