
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vallecitos Ridge Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (11 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Vallecitos Ridge area of San Marcos.


Windsor Manor Apartments

WINDSOR MANOR III

Benchmark Apartments

Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community
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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 | $2,781 | $2,300 | $3,780 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,074 | $2,000 | $4,865 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,334 | $2,366 | $8,800 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,027 | $2,951 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 11 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 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 $2,111. Here are the most affordable Vallecitos Ridge apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,111 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
| Casa Mia | CM2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2,295 |
| Barham Villas | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $2,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vallecitos Ridge, CA
As of December 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Vallecitos Ridge area is the $2.81 price per square foot 2 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,814. The second greatest value Vallecitos Ridge apartment is the 2 Beds, 2 baths Model at Liberty Triplex starting at $2,600 with a $2.60 price per square foot in the Grand Estates 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 | $2.81 |
| Liberty Triplex | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community | One Bedroom 55+ Community | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| Casa Mia | CM2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Barham Villas | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| Tuscany Hills Apartments | 1x1B | 1BR,1BA | $3.63 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.52 |
| 222 North City | A-2.1 | 1BR,1BA | $5.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vallecitos Ridge Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment is $2,100 at Benchmark Apartments.
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 $2,295 at Casa Mia.
What is the most affordable Vallecitos Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Vallecitos Ridge Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Barham Villas and starts from $2,951.
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