
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vallecitos Ridge Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (23 Rentals)
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Windsor Manor Apartments

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Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community

Benchmark Apartments

Tuscany Hills Apartments

The Palms
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Estrella

Alora Apartments

Barham Villas

343 Autumn Dr, Unit 209

343 Autumn Dr, Unit 214

Westlake Village
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Meadowlark Apartments

Villa Serena

266 S Carmel Rd

Sierra Vista

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Vallecitos Ridge, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vallecitos Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vallecitos Ridge Studio Apartments | $2,874 | $2,634 | $3,714 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,155 | $2,000 | $4,574 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,443 | $2,400 | $8,834 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,940 | $3,018 | $10,000+ |
| Vallecitos Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,534 | $7,534 | $7,534 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Vallecitos Ridge Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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Cheapest Available Vallecitos Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Vallecitos Ridge area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community priced from $2,012. Tuscany Hills Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,325. Here are the most affordable Vallecitos Ridge apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,012 |
| Tuscany Hills Apartments | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $2,325 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2,400 |
| Estrella | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,424 |
| Alora Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2,459 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vallecitos Ridge, CA
As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vallecitos Ridge 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 Vallecitos Ridge apartment is the PH-B1 Model at 222 North City starting at $8,834 with a $8.13 price per square foot in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vallecitos Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anden | 2 | 3BR,3BA | $2.86 |
| 222 North City | PH-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $8.13 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Barham Villas | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $3.86 |
| Alora Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Tuscany Hills Apartments | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.85 |
| Estrella | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vallecitos Ridge Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Vallecitos Ridge?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Vallecitos Ridge is at 222 North City listed at $2,634.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment is $2,012 at Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vallecitos Ridge is starting from $2,400 at The Palms.
What is the most affordable Vallecitos Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Vallecitos Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tuscany Hills Apartments and starts from $3,018.
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