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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA under $1500
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    1730 Elfin Forest Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    2 BEDS $1,488+
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    1020 Stephanie Court, San Marcos, CA 92078
    1 BED $726
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    523 Rush Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    2 BEDS $561+
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    422 Los Vallecitos, San Marcos, CA 92069
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    1820 Melrose Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    215 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
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    360 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
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    760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,500+
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    6421 Tobria Terrace, Carlsbad, CA 92011
    1 BED $1,189+
    2 BEDS $1,408+
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    16507 Dove Canyon Road, San Diego, CA 92127
    2 BEDS $1,488
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    3247 Anchor Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
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    3247 Anchor Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
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    3220 Mission Avenue-Suite 7, Oceanside, CA 92058
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    432 W. Mission Road -106, San Marcos, CA 92069
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    340 Marcos Street, San Marcos, CA 92069
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    1375 North Broadway, Escondido, CA 92026
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    1357 W. 9Th Avenue, Escondido, CA 92029
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    939 Postal Way, Vista, CA 92083
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    624 E. Mission Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
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    337 East Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92025
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    7552-7556 Gibraltar Street, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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    2100 East Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027
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    2530 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92027
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    1011 Chinquapin Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
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    1741 S Myers St, Oceanside, CA 92054
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Somewhat Walkable
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Walk Score®: 68, Bike Score®: 50

Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in San Marcos, CA were last updated on 15 Jan 2025.

What are the best apartments in San Marcos, CA?

The best apartments in San Marcos, CA are: Block C Apartments, Barham Villas, Benchmark Apartments, Vista Flores Apartments and Meadow Creek Apartments.

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

In San Marcos 38% of the housing is rented out compared to 62% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 31% of San Marcos’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 42% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 19% are single-family rentals.

Renting apartments in San Marcos, CA under $1,500

Searching for apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA under $1,500 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 $1,377 per month, there are 26 units available for less than $1,500. 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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