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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA
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    1333 E GRAND AVENUE, ESCONDIDO, CA 92027
    • 1 BED
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    • $1,800
    • $2,600+
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    3402 Calle Odessa, Carlsbad, CA 92009
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    612 Los Arbolitos Blvd., Oceanside, CA 92058
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    • $2,503+
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Frequently asked questions

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

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $2,115 and $2,300. Find cheap apartments in San Marcos, CA.

How many cheap rentals are available in San Marcos, CA on RentCafe?

There are 1 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Marcos, CA were last updated on 26 Mar 2023.

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

The average San Marcos, CA cheap apartment size is 878 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. You might be interested in studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, or browse all RentCafe apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA.

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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 62 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 $2,509 per month so any rental south of $2,007 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, San Marcos, CA rents go as low as $1,415/mo.

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