
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vallecitos Ridge Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (29 Rentals)
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400 Mulberry Dr

WINDSOR MANOR III

Alora Apartments

Estrella

Windsor Manor Apartments

WINDSOR MANOR I
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Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community

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269 W San Marcos Blvd, Unit 14

The Avenue at San Marcos

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222 North City

Westlake Village

Paseo del Oro

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The Palms

Sora Residence

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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 | $2,934 | $2,759 | $3,714 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,068 | $2,000 | $4,534 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,259 | $2,389 | $8,834 |
| Vallecitos Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,717 | $2,883 | $10,000+ |
| Vallecitos Ridge 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,484 | $7,484 | $7,484 |
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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 Alora Apartments priced from $2,099. Estrella has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,099. Here are the most affordable Vallecitos Ridge apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alora Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Estrella | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,099 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,134 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Barham Villas | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $2,217 |
| Tuscany Hills Apartments | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $2,575 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,695 |
| 222 North City | S-1 | Studio,1BA | $2,759 |
| Whispering Oaks | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2,881 |
| Anden | 2 | 3BR,3BA | $3,845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vallecitos Ridge, CA
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vallecitos Ridge area is the $2.83 price per square foot 2 Model at Anden in the in the San Marcos neighborhood starting from $3,845. 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 San Marcos 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 | $2.83 |
| 222 North City | PH-B1 | 2BR,2BA | $8.13 |
| Whispering Oaks | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.03 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| Tuscany Hills Apartments | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $3.16 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Barham Villas | Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $3.36 |
| Alora Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $3.23 |
| Estrella | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.48 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.56 |
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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 $2,759.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vallecitos Ridge Apartment is $2,099 at Alora 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 $2,464 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 $2,883.
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