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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos City, CA

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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos City, CA. 83 Rentals Available
  • a living room with a kitchen and a table with chairs
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    240 Las Flores Dr., San Marcos, CA 92069
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a coffee table
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    3474 Descanso Avenue, San Marcos, CA 92078
    1 BED $2,115+
    2 BEDS $2,585
  • a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops
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    468 North Twin Oaks Valley Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
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  • a living room and kitchen with a table and chairs
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    1045 Armorlite Drive, San Marcos, CA 92069
    STUDIO $2,323+
    1 BED $2,550+
    2 BEDS $2,823+
  • A kitchen with white cabinets and a black fridge.
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    570 East Barham Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    1 BED $2,442+
    2 BEDS $2,356+
    3 BEDS $3,747+
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  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a kitchen with a table
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    250 North City Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    STUDIO $2,404+
    1 BED $2,485+
    2 BEDS $2,910+
  • a balcony with a swimming pool and a patio with chairs
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    850 Village Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    1 BED $2,350
    2 BEDS $2,900
  • a white garage door in front of a house
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    1136 Canary Court, San Marcos, CA 92078
    3 BEDS $3,450
  • 2130 Silverado Street 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    2130 Silverado Street, San Marcos, CA 92078
    2 BEDS $4,350
  • a playground with a slide in front of some apartments
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    422 Los Vallecitos, San Marcos, CA 92069
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  • the swimming pool at our apartments in palm springs
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    339-340 Marcos Street, San Marcos, CA 92069
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    360/362 West San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
    2 BEDS $2,400+
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    432 W. Mission Road -106, San Marcos, CA 92069
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  • a dining area with tables and chairs in a library
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    1820 Melrose Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    340 Marcos Street, San Marcos, CA 92069
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  • a large swimming pool in front of some apartments
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    523 Rush Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    2 BEDS $898
    3 BEDS $1,416
  • a playground in a neighborhood with houses
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    1020 Stephanie Court, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    1 BED $1,335
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  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
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    2152 Silverado St, San Marcos, CA 92078
    3 BEDS $3,800
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    1730 Elfin Forest Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $625+
    2 BEDS $1,585+
    3 BEDS $775+
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white refrigerator.
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    443 Almond Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
    2 BEDS $2,995
  • 1195 La Moree Road 2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1195 La Moree Road, San Marcos, CA 92078
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white countertop.
    1 day ago

    857 Ballow Wy, San Marcos, CA 92078
    3 BEDS $3,700
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and black appliances.
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    1386 Dandelion Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
    3 BEDS $3,450
  • A kitchen with brown cabinets and black appliances.
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    1386 Dandelion Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
    3 BEDS $3,460
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San Marcos City, CA rent trends

Rental prices in San Marcos City, CA have decreased by 0.3% over the past year. The average rent moved from $2,733 to $2,725.

Check out the average rent prices in San Marcos City by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,743, the average rent in San Marcos City, CA is $2,725.

Average rent in San Marcos City, CA

$2,725/mo San Marcos City, CA average rental price, October 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in San Marcos City, CA is $2,725.

    What's the typical rent budget in San Marcos City, CA?

    About 41% of apartment rents in San Marcos City, CA range between $2,501-$3,000. Meanwhile, apartments around > $3,000 represent 26% of apartments. Around 26% of San Marcos’s apartments are in the $2,001-$2,500 price range. 7% of apartments are priced between $1,501-$2,000.

    The largest share of rentals in San Marcos City, CA (41%) fall between $2,501-$3,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in San Marcos City, CA

    65 /100
    Somewhat Walkable
    34 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 65, Bike Score®: 34

    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 25 Nov 2025.

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

    The best apartments in San Marcos City, CA are: Vista Flores Apartments, Meadow Creek Apartments, Whispering Oaks, Marc San Marcos and Barham Villas.

    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 $2,323 and $4,366.

    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 $625 and $5,000.

    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 $898 and $5,108.

    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 $775 and $6,145.

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

    In San Marcos City, 37% of the residents are renting compared to 63% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 28% of San Marcos City’s rentals, 46% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 18% are single-family rentals.

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