
Apartments for Rent in the 92078 ZIP Code of San Marcos, CA (166 Rentals)


Elan Northwoods

Barham Villas

The Avenue at San Marcos

Virano Apartments

Rancho Santa Fe Village

Meadow Creek Apartments

Prominence Apartments

Grandon Village

Eastgate
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586 Gateway Ln, Unit 1

604 Kellogg St, Unit Kellogg

Furnished Studio-San Marcos

3834 La Rosa Dr

842 Via Bella Donna

1001 La Pluma Ct

913 Cycad Dr

577 Whitesage Rd

569 Whitesage Rd

902 La Sombra Dr
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729 Merit Dr

672 Kellogg St

641 Hatfield Dr

264 Marquette Ave

1536 Caminito Aguar

637 Beverly Pl

1186 Elfin Forest Rd W

1190 Elfin Forest Rd W

1450 Sundance Ave

603 Via Del Caballo
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2346 Sentinel Ln

2750 Dove Tail Dr

593 Silver Shadow Dr

907 Mira Lago Way

1219 E Barham Dr

Paloma

E-z Living Mobile Park

Lake Park Terrace

Peak59

1231 Elfin Forest Rd
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1523 San Elijo Rd

The Quad-Student Housing

Shane Park Plaza

San Marcos View Estates

348 Las Flores Dr

La Mores Estates

San Macos Mobile Estates

Casitas Del Sol

Promenade At Creekside
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in 92078?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92078 Studio Apartments | $2,826 | $1,700 | $3,714 |
| 92078 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,935 | $1,557 | $5,168 |
| 92078 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,801 | $1,847 | $10,331 |
| 92078 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,951 | $2,483 | $12,909 |
| 92078 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,972 | $7,484 | $8,950 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about the 92078 ZIP Code
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the 92078 ZIP Code?
As of today, August 07, 2026, there are currently 166 available 92078 apartments priced from $1,557 to $12,909, with an average monthly rent of $3,753.
How much are Studio apartments in 92078?
There are currently 30 Studio Apartments in 92078 with rent ranges from $1,700 to $3,714 with an average price of $2,826.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom 92078 Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in 92078 ranges from $1,557 to $5,168 with an average monthly rent of $2,935.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in 92078 cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in 92078 range from $1,847 to $10,331. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $3,801.
How expensive are 92078 Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 42 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in 92078 on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $2,483 to $12,909 - averaging $5,951 for the location.
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