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  • Rent specials 211 units available
    Studio $2,849+
    1 bd $2,965+
    2 bd $3,575
    Total monthly cost
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    222 North City

    4.5 (2)
    222 North City, San Marcos, CA 92096
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,486+
    1 bd $2,617+
    2 bd $3,097+
    Base rent
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    Marc San Marcos

    4.0 (146)
    1045 Armorlite Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    Studio $2,753+
    1 bd $2,596+
    2 bd $3,036+
    Total monthly cost
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    Palomar Station

    4.0 (19)
    1257 Armorlite Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    2 bd $2,695+
    3 bd $3,295
    Total monthly cost
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    Whispering Oaks

    4.5 (9)
    468 North Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • Rewards Only 2 units left
    1 bd $2,110
    2 bd $2,605
    Base rent
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    Meadow Creek Apartments

    3.0 (7)
    3474 Descanso Avenue, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Apply online • Cat friendly • Parking
  • Rewards 4 units available
    2 bd $2,400
    Base rent
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    Vista Flores Apartments

    240 Las Flores Dr., San Marcos, CA 92069
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,315+
    2 bd $3,140+
    3 bd $4,399+
    Base rent
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    Block C Apartments

    4.0 (1)
    250 North City Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Rent specials New Units Available
    1 bd $2,639+
    2 bd $3,107+
    3 bd $3,685+
    Base rent
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    Cresterra Apartments

    4.5 (1)
    1935 Northstar Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Fitness center
  • 1 bd $2,610+
    2 bd $2,762+
    3 bd $3,765+
    Base rent
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    Barham Villas

    3.5 (16)
    570 East Barham Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • New Units Available
    1 bd $2,347
    2 bd $2,561
    Base rent
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    Elan Northwoods

    420 Smilax Road, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry
  • Rent specials
    Studio $2,315+
    2 bd $3,140+
    3 bd $4,399+
    Base rent
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    Block C South

    4.0 (12)
    250 North City Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Apply online • Pet friendly • Parking
  • Only 1 unit left
    3 bd $3,450
    Base rent
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    1136 Canary Court

    1136 Canary Court, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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    Income restricted
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    Melrose Villas

    4.0 (19)
    1820 Melrose Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Apply online • Parking • In unit laundry
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    Income restricted
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    Paseo Del Oro Apartments

    4.5 (6)
    432 W. Mission Road -106, San Marcos, CA 92069
    Parking • Pool • In unit laundry
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    Income restricted
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    Villa Serena Phase I

    4.5 (3)
    340 Marcos Street, San Marcos, CA 92069
    Parking • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • 2 bd $2,900
    Base rent
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    Crest 850

    4.5 (27)
    850 Village Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Pet friendly
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    Income restricted
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    Copper Creek Apartments

    1730 Elfin Forest Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    Income restricted
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    Villa Serena

    3.0 (1)
    339-340 Marcos Street, San Marcos, CA 92069
    Pool • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
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    Income restricted
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    Terra Cotta Apartments

    523 Rush Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Air conditioner
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    Sagewind Apartments

    5.0 (1)
    360/362 West San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
    In unit laundry • Extra Storage
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    Income restricted
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    Sage Canyon

    1020 Stephanie Ct, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Patio/Balcony
  • Studio $10,309
    Base rent
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    975 Rancheros Dr

    Carlsbad, San Marcos, CA 92069
    Pet friendly
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    Income restricted
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    Sierra Vista

    4.0 (5)
    422 Los Vallecitos, San Marcos, CA 92069
    In unit laundry • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
  • 3 bd $3,800
    Base rent
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    2152 Silverado St

    2152 Silverado St, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Pet friendly
  • 4 bd $5,150
    Base rent
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    424 Bunsen St

    424 Bunsen St, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony
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Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in San Marcos City, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in San Marcos City, CA were last updated on 21 Sep 2026.

What are the best apartments in San Marcos City, CA?

The best apartments in San Marcos City, CA are: 222 North City, Marc San Marcos, Palomar Station, Whispering Oaks and Meadow Creek Apartments.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in San Marcos City, CA?

The price range for a studio apartment in San Marcos City, CA is between $2,315 and $5,000.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Marcos City, CA?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Marcos City, CA is between $2,110 and $5,408.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in San Marcos City, CA?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in San Marcos City, CA is between $2,400 and $10,322.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in San Marcos City, CA?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in San Marcos City, CA is between $2,347 and $12,900.

What type of rental buildings are in San Marcos City, CA?

In San Marcos City 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 City'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.

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