Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA under $2000
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted4.0 (5)422 Los Vallecitos, San Marcos, CA 92069In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted4.0 (19)1820 Melrose Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078Parking • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted4.5 (6)432 W. Mission Road -106, San Marcos, CA 92069Parking • Pool • In unit laundry
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1 bd $1,650Base rentPrivate Suite In San Elijo Hills, San Marcos, CA 92078Air conditioner
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1 bd $1,975Base rent111 Palmyra Dr, Vista, CA 92083Apply online • In unit laundry
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Studio $1,7291 bd $1,922Base rent3.5 (2)439 W El Norte Parkway, Escondido, CA 92026Pet friendly • Parking • Fitness center
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1 bd $1,964+Base rent1204 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92026Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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1 bd $1,699+Base rent Income restricted4.5 (7)660 North Quince Street, Escondido, CA 92025Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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1 bd $1,931+Base rent832 N Juniper St, Escondido, CA 92025Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Studio $1,985Base rent331 East Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025Apply online • Pet friendly
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Only 1 unit leftStudio $1,2101 bd $1,430Base rent421 North Citrus Avenue, Vista, CA 92084Apply online • Pet friendly -
Studio $1,364+1 bd $1,499+Base rent3.5 (1)1070-90 E Washington Ave, Escondido, CA 92025Apply online • Pet friendly • Pool
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Studio $1,949+Total monthly cost4.0 (10)881 Soft Wind Rd, Vista, CA 92081Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
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Only 1 unit left2 bd $1,740Base rent134-136 Eaton Way, Vista, CA 92084Apply online • Pet friendly
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1 bd $1,650+Base rent4.5 (2)760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Only 1 unit left1 bd $1,800Base rent225 W Los Angeles Dr, Vista, CA 92083Apply online • Parking • In unit laundry -
1 bd $1,900Base rent3.5 (38)1333 E GRAND AVENUE, ESCONDIDO, CA 92027Apply online • Pet friendly
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Studio $1,888Total monthly cost3.5 (36)1501 E Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
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Ask for PricingIncome restricted3.0 (1)360 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025Apply online • Pet friendly • In unit laundry
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1 bd $1,975Base rent125 Palmyra Dr, Vista, CA 92083In unit laundry
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted5.0 (3)1301 Morning View Drive, Escondido, CA 92026Pet friendly • Parking • Dishwasher
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Ask for pricingIncome restricted5.0 (2)215 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Air conditioner
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2 bd $1,8803 bd $1,610+Base rent528 North Citrus Avenue, Vista, CA 92084
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2 bd $1,995Base rent2256 Buena Creek Rd, Vista, CA 92084Pet friendly • Air conditioner
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When were prices and availability in San Marcos, CA last updated?
Prices and availability in San Marcos, CA were last updated on 30 Jul 2026.
What are the best apartments in San Marcos, CA?
The best apartments in San Marcos, CA are: 222 North City, Marc San Marcos, Palomar Station, Whispering Oaks and Meadow Creek Apartments.
What type of rental buildings are in San Marcos, CA?
In San Marcos 36% of the housing is rented out compared to 64% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 24% of San Marcos's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 50% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 20% are single-family rentals.
Renting apartments in San Marcos, CA under $2,000
Searching for apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA under $2,000 is not an easy task, but luckily you have come to the right place. Whether you are a student on a budget, a young professional on the move, or simply a frugal person, RentCafe can help you find what you are looking for. Just make sure you know what you consider non-negotiable and what you can compromise on. Your new home is just a few clicks away. In San Marcos, CA, where the average rent is $2,197 per month, there are 46 units available for less than $2,000. Click on any of these units to see pictures, floor plans, amenities and more. After you have picked your favorite, you can contact the property to check availability. Considering that you are trying to spend as little as possible, looking at 1 bedroom apartments and studio apartments might be a good idea.
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