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Prominence Apartments
601 S Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Viewpoint Luxury Apartments
830 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Melrose Villas
1820 Melrose DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Crest 850
850 Village DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Promenade At Creekside
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San Elijo Hills, San Marcos, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Elijo Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Elijo Hills Studio Apartments | $2,897 | $1,700 | $3,714 |
| San Elijo Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,308 | $1,557 | $5,168 |
| San Elijo Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,320 | $1,847 | $10,000+ |
| San Elijo Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $7,096 | $2,483 | $10,000+ |
| San Elijo Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,034 | $7,034 | $7,034 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the San Elijo Hills Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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Cheapest Available San Elijo Hills Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the San Elijo Hills area of San Marcos, CA is a 2 Beds unit found at Grandon Village priced from $2,241. Prominence Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,498. Here are the most affordable San Elijo Hills apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grandon Village | 2+1 60% | 2BR,1BA | $2,241 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Clara | 1BR,1BA | $2,498 |
| 222 North City | S-1 | Studio,1BA | $2,634 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Elijo Hills, CA
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the San Elijo Hills area is the $8.34 price per square foot PH-B2 Model at 222 North City in the in the San Marcos neighborhood starting from $10,331. The second greatest value San Elijo Hills apartment is the 2+1 60% Model at Grandon Village starting at $2,241 with a $2.99 price per square foot in the San Marcos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Elijo Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 222 North City | PH-B2 | 2BR,2BA | $8.34 |
| Grandon Village | 2+1 60% | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Cresterra Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Clara | 1BR,1BA | $4.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Elijo Hills Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Elijo Hills?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Elijo Hills is at 222 North City listed at $2,634.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Elijo Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Elijo Hills Apartment is $2,498 at Prominence Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Elijo Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Elijo Hills is starting from $2,241 at Grandon Village.
What is the most affordable San Elijo Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap San Elijo Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cresterra Apartments and starts from $3,680.
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
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