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Houses for Rent in San Marcos, CA
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Average rent in San Marcos, CA

$2,509/mo San Marcos, CA average rental price, February 2023
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The average monthly rent of apartments in San Marcos, CA is $2,509.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,727, the average rent in San Marcos, CA is $2,509.

Getting around in San Marcos, CA

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Renting a house in San Marcos, CA comes with more space, both indoor and outdoor.

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

Houses for rent in San Marcos, CA are usually located in non-central areas. 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.

San Marcos, CA demographics

San Marcos, CA has a population of 96,219 according to the most recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau. 48,060 of San Marcos’s residents are women and 48,159 are men. The median age of those who live in San Marcos, CA is 35.

San Marcos, CA households

  • 22,309 Family
    7,440 Non-family
  • 12,681 Children
    17,068 No Children
  • 29,749Total Number of Households
  • 3.2Average People Per Household
  • $86,408Median Household Income

According to U.S. Census data, there are 29,749 households in San Marcos, CA. 22,309 are family households and 7,440 are non-family households. There are 12,681 households with children in San Marcos and 17,068 households without children. On average, about 3.2 people live in a household in San Marcos, CA.

San Marcos, CA education statistics

The level of education of the population of San Marcos, CA is as follows: 7% have no high school education, 26% completed some high school, 25% partially completed college, 8% have an Associate Degree, 24% have a Bachelor Degree, and 10% have a Graduate Degree.

Look for houses for rent near me

Do you want a house with a backyard, a grill area, that offers you privacy and enough space for your family? RentCafe offers you the possibility to look for a house for rent near you, to find the one that best suits your family. Browsing through our listings, you can filter by size, price, pet policy, check out the location, to find the best house in your area. Whether you are looking to move to a particular neighborhood, or a specific ZIP code, may it be for its safety, beautiful buildings, or quiet atmosphere, you can find the rental house that your whole family will enjoy.

Your next home is out there, whether you are looking for a house for rent near you or anywhere in the U.S. Easily browse houses for rent with availability updated daily, and let's find the one that is perfect for you!

Renting a house in San Marcos, CA

Do you wish you could live the American Dream minus the roof repairs, fence painting and boiler repairs? You sure can. It’s called rental homes. You are working a steady 9-5, which is sometimes 9-7, so when you finally get home you don’t want to put in a couple of extra hours as an unpaid handyman. The American Dream is about the impeccable backyard lawn where the family dog runs around. It’s about 4th of July barbeques and summer nights spent on your back porch. Of course, the dream is different for everyone, so it all depends on you. And your budget. Regardless of your budget you will manage to find some interesting homes for rent that fit your style. If you are moving from an apartment and are on a tight budget, please keep on reading. The American Dream is not only for the rich and beautiful who can rent a 4 bedroom without blinking.

The road from apartment to house is paved with…

… extra expenses. At least everyone says so. If we compare the price of 3 bedroom apartments to single family homes for rent with the same bedroom count, the house will be more expensive. You are paying more to get a yard, more square footage, storage space and privacy. But if you are looking for cheap houses for rent, you should definitely consider duplexes too. They are slightly more affordable and they come in many forms and bedroom counts. You could rent a 1 bedroom duplex, albeit they are somewhat rarer than their 2 bedroom brothers, and it goes without say that the rent will be much lower than renting a single-family house. If you are taking the smart approach, moving to a house will not cost an arm and a leg. Of the 14 listings in San Marcos, CA there are plenty of houses you can rent without breaking the bank. And besides, why would you pay extra to stay in a pricey neighborhood, when all you want at the end of a long day is to enjoy the tranquility of your backyard?

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