Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vistas at Rancho Santalina Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (47 Rentals)

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222 North City
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$2,359 - $12,909
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222 North City

222 N City DrSan Marcos, CA 92096
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Palomar Station
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$2,478 - $6,010
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Palomar Station

1257 Armorlite DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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$2,900

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858 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd, Unit C, Unit C

858 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
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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Paseo del Oro
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Paseo del Oro

428 W Mission RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Terra Cotta Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Terra Cotta Apartments

501-523 Rush DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Grandon Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Grandon Village

1603-1615 Grandon AveSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Shane Park Plaza
1 Bedroom Apartments

Shane Park Plaza

240-260 S Rancho Santa Fe RdSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Meadowlark Apartments
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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Casa Mia Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Casa Mia Apartments

346 Pleasant WaySan Marcos, CA 92069
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Crest 850
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crest 850

850 Village DrSan Marcos, CA 92078
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Sora Residence
2 Bedroom Apartments

Sora Residence

254 Richmar AveSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Liberty Triplex
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Triplex

354-368 Liberty DrSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Whispering Oaks
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Whispering Oaks

468 N Twin Oaks Valley RdSan Marcos, CA 92069
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Eugene Eddy
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eugene Eddy

150 Gosnell WaySan Marcos, CA 92069
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Mariposa
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$2,063 - $2,803
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Mariposa

221 Smilax RdVista, CA 92083
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Rancho Hills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rancho Hills

856 Heatherwood LnVista, CA 92081
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Vistas at Rancho Santalina, San Marcos, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Vistas at Rancho Santalina Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Vistas at Rancho Santalina area of San Marcos, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at Sycamore Ridge Apartments priced from $1,925. Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,009. Here are the most affordable Vistas at Rancho Santalina apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sycamore Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,925
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$2,009
Elan Northwoods11A1BR,1BA$2,095
Meadow Creek Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$2,135
Shadowridge Village ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2,225
MariposaTwo Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio2BR,2BA$2,299
Prominence ApartmentsSanta Clara1BR,1BA$2,350
222 North CityS-1Studio,1BA$2,359
Rancho Hills1x11BR,1BA$2,399
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vistas at Rancho Santalina, CA

As of May 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vistas at Rancho Santalina 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 Vistas at Rancho Santalina apartment is the Two Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio Model at Mariposa starting at $2,299 with a $2.39 price per square foot in the Grand Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Vistas at Rancho Santalina apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Anden23BR,3BA$2.86
MariposaTwo Bedrooms - Two Bath Patio2BR,2BA$2.39
Vista Flores Apartments2B 1B L2BR,1BA$2.67
The PalmsTwo Bedroom x 2 Bath2BR,2BA$2.82
Elan Northwoods11A1BR,1BA$2.79
Sycamore Ridge Apartments1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.67
Shadowridge Village ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$3.36
Rancho Hills1x11BR,1BA$3.62
Meadow Creek Apartments1B 1B1BR,1BA$3.39
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community1x11BR,1BA$3.35

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vistas at Rancho Santalina Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Vistas at Rancho Santalina?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Vistas at Rancho Santalina is at 222 North City listed at $2,359.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vistas at Rancho Santalina Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vistas at Rancho Santalina Apartment is $1,925 at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Vistas at Rancho Santalina Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vistas at Rancho Santalina is starting from $2,225 at Sycamore Ridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Vistas at Rancho Santalina Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Vistas at Rancho Santalina Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Alora Apartments and starts from $3,418.

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