Tap here to try the Rental Assistant! ×
Save This Search

Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA
105 Rentals Available

Apartments Under $600 Apartments Under $1,300 Apartments Under $1,400 Apartments Under $1,500 Apartments Under $1,600 Apartments Under $1,700

Apartments Under $600

  • Today

    2017 Rainbow Valley Boulevard, Fallbrook, CA 92028
    STUDIO $520
    1 BED $1,550

Apartments Under $1,300

  • Today

    523 Rush Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,234
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing

Apartments Under $1,400

  • Today

    6421 Tobria Terrace, Carlsbad, CA 92011
    1 BED $1,317+
    2 BEDS $1,562+
    3+ BEDS $1,785+
  • 5 days ago

    660 North Quince Street, Escondido, CA 92025
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $1,335+

Apartments Under $1,500

  • Today

    16507 Dove Canyon Road, San Diego, CA 92127
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,472
    3 BEDS $2,070

Apartments Under $1,600

  • 5 days ago

    760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,500+
    1 BED $1,600+
    2 BEDS $2,650+
  • Today

    1020 Stephanie Court, San Marcos, CA 92078
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,585+
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing

Apartments Under $1,700

  • Today

    1501 E Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027
    STUDIO $1,795
    1 BED $2,033
    2 BEDS $2,350
  • Today

    555 Greenbrier Dr., Oceanside, CA 92054
    1 BED $1,795+
    2 BEDS $2,095+
  • Today

    532-534 Palm Dr, VISTA CA, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,800
  • Today

    3402 Calle Odessa, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,875+
  • Today

    2600 Gage Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92010
    1 BED $1,934
    2 BEDS $2,164
  • Renting has its Rewards
    Be one of the first to start earning points for travel, experiences, gift cards, live events, and more!
    Coming soon, earn points for :
    Internet and Entertainment
    Utilities
    Insurance
  • Today

    3170 Madison Street, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    STUDIO $1,995
  • Today

    1280 North Citrus Ave., Vista, CA 92084
    1 BED $2,000+
    2 BEDS $2,395+
  • Today

    1360 Foothill Drive, Vista, CA 92804
    1 BED $2,009+
    2 BEDS $2,849
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • 5 days ago

    12730 Monte Vista Rd, Poway, CA 92064
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $2,010+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • Today

    1000 Chinquapin Ave, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    STUDIO $2,195
    1 BED $2,445+
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • Today

    960 Vine Street, Oceanside, CA 92054
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $2,300
    2 BEDS $2,600
  • Need to find a home fast? Take a quiz and let us find a home that fits your needs
  • Today

    10845 Via Los Narcisos, San Diego, CA 92129
    2 BEDS $2,485+
    3 BEDS $3,390+
  • Today

    935 Laguna Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    1 BED $2,695
    2 BEDS $2,995
  • Today

    3402 Calle Odessa, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    1 BED $2,776+
    2 BEDS $2,929+
3-22-city
Nice work, you've checked out every rental here! Expand your search to find your happy place.

Save Search
Popular searches Average rent Renters guide Demographics

Getting around in San Marcos, CA

68 /100
Somewhat Walkable
50 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 68, Bike Score®: 50

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Marcos, CA?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $1,234 and $1,837.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in San Marcos, CA?

The average San Marcos, CA cheap apartment size is 852 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in San Marcos, CA?

Cheap apartments in San Marcos, CA are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in San Marcos, CA?

A cheap apartment in San Marcos, CA offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Look for cheap apartments near me

Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in San Marcos, CA? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in San Marcos, CA has never been easier. We feature 269 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the San Marcos, CA average. What is a cheap rent in San Marcos, CA? The average apartment rent in San Marcos is $2,711 per month so any rental south of $2,169 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, San Marcos, CA rents go as low as $1,335/mo.

Finding a home nearby is easier than you think. Check out our Apartments Near Me page and take your pick!