
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Village O Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (28 Rentals)
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1134 Adele Ln

Eastgate

WINDSOR MANOR III

Benchmark Apartments

WINDSOR MANOR I

Windsor Manor Apartments
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222 North City

The Palms

Barham Villas

Estrella

Alora Apartments

343 Autumn Dr, Unit 209
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343 Autumn Dr, Unit 214

The Avenue at San Marcos

269 W San Marcos Blvd, Unit 14

Westlake Village

Paseo del Oro

Terra Cotta Apartments

San Marcos Manor Apartments
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Villa Serena

Sierra Vista

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Sora Residence

1113 Privet St

Liberty Triplex
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Village O, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Village O?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village O Studio Apartments | $2,811 | $1,700 | $3,714 |
| Village O 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,175 | $1,810 | $4,484 |
| Village O 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,328 | $2,163 | $8,834 |
| Village O 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,940 | $2,483 | $10,000+ |
| Village O 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,534 | $7,534 | $7,534 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Village O Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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Cheapest Available Village O Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Village O area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Benchmark Apartments priced from $2,100. 222 North City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,359. Here are the most affordable Village O 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 |
| 222 North City | S-1 | Studio,1BA | $2,359 |
| 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 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2,819 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3,050 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE | 2BR,2BA | $3,246 |
| Barham Villas | Mulberry | 2BR,1BA | $3,386 |
| Whispering Oaks | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3,401 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Village O, CA
As of June 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Village O area is the $2.81 price per square foot 2 Model at Anden in the in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood starting from $3,810. The second greatest value Village O apartment is the 3x2 Model at Whispering Oaks starting at $3,401 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Vallecitos Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Village O apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anden | 2 | 3BR,3BA | $2.81 |
| Whispering Oaks | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Cruz I WITH ATTACHED GARAGE | 2BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| Barham Villas | Mulberry | 2BR,1BA | $3.55 |
| The Avenue at San Marcos | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.39 |
| The Palms | Two Bedroom x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.82 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Palomar Station | One Bedroom - 3 | 1BR,1BA | $4.10 |
| Alora Apartments | 1 bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
| Estrella | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $4.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Village O Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Village O?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Village O is at 222 North City listed at $2,359.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Village O Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Village O Apartment is $2,100 at Benchmark Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Village O Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Village O is starting from $2,400 at The Palms.
What is the most affordable Village O Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Village O Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Whispering Oaks and starts from $3,401.
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