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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA under $800
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    1020 Stephanie Court, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    1820 Melrose Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    523 Rush Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
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    422 Los Vallecitos, San Marcos, CA 92069
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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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    1259 E Ohio Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
    2 BEDS $750+
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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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    1710 Maxson Street, Oceanside, CA 92054
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    7735 Via Solare, San Diego, CA 92129
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    2017 Rainbow Valley Boulevard, Fallbrook, CA 92028
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Getting around in San Marcos, CA

68 /100
Somewhat Walkable
50 /100
Bikeable
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 Feb 2025.

What are the best apartments in San Marcos, CA?

The best apartments in San Marcos, CA are: Vista Flores Apartments, Marc San Marcos, Block C Apartments, Benchmark 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.

Search for apartments in San Marcos, CA under $1,200

There’s more than one way to spend $1,200 on rent in San Marcos, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $1,200 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $1,200 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 16 apartments for rent below $1,200 in San Marcos, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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