Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vallecitos Ridge Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (13 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Vallecitos Ridge area of San Marcos.

property at 414 Caliper Way

$1,600 - $2,150

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1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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414 Caliper Way

San MarcosCA92078

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Westlake Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westlake Village

405-419 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo del Oro

428 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowlark Apartments

233 W San Marcos BlvdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Villa Serena
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Villa Serena

339-340 Marcos StSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Sierra Vista
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sierra Vista

435-459 Autumn DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Vallecitos Ridge, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

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 $2,105. The Avenue at San Marcos has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Vallecitos Ridge apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$2,105
The Avenue at San Marcos1x11BR,1BA$2,195
Tuscany Hills Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$2,252
222 North CityS-1.1Studio,1BA$2,309
Barham VillasPoppy1BR,1BA$2,343

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vallecitos Ridge, CA

As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vallecitos Ridge area is the $2.68 price per square foot Two Bedroom 55+ Community Model at Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Vallecitos Ridge apartment is the 2x2 Model at Whispering Oaks starting at $2,705 with a $2.85 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ CommunityTwo Bedroom 55+ Community2BR,2BA$2.68
Whispering Oaks2x22BR,2BA$2.85
Barham VillasWoodland2BR,2BA$3.58
The Avenue at San Marcos1x11BR,1BA$3.43
Tuscany Hills Apartments1x1A1BR,1BA$3.67
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$3.51
222 North CityS-1.1Studio ,1BA$6.62

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Vallecitos Ridge, San Marcos, CA

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including San Marcos. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 $2,309.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment is $2,105 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 $2,591 at Barham Villas.

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 $3,061.

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