
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Vistas at Rancho Santalina Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA from $600 (16 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vistas at Rancho Santalina?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vistas at Rancho Santalina Studio Apartments | $2,722 | $1,590 | $3,780 |
| Vistas at Rancho Santalina 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,969 | $1,925 | $4,865 |
| Vistas at Rancho Santalina 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,056 | $2,225 | $8,800 |
| Vistas at Rancho Santalina 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,527 | $3,599 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Vistas at Rancho Santalina Neighborhood of San Marcos, CA.
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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 Studio unit found at La Sabila priced from $1,590. Sycamore Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,925. Here are the most affordable Vistas at Rancho Santalina apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Sabila | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,590 |
| Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
| Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2,019 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,111 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vistas at Rancho Santalina, CA
As of December 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Vistas at Rancho Santalina 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 Vistas at Rancho Santalina apartment is the 3x2FC-1144 Model at Virano Apartments starting at $3,599 with a $3.15 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anden | 2 | 3BR,3BA | $2.81 |
| Virano Apartments | 3x2FC-1144 | 3BR,2BA | $3.15 |
| Crest 850 | 2 Bed A | 2BR,2BA | $2.75 |
| Liberty Triplex | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $2.60 |
| Casa Mia | CM2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| Benchmark Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Prominence Apartments | Santa Barbara III | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| Elan Northwoods | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $3.12 |
| Mariposa | One Bedroom - One Bath Patio | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| Sycamore Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vistas at Rancho Santalina Apartments
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 Virano Apartments and starts from $3,599.
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