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Location

1521 San Pablo Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078, USA|Lake San Marcos

Property Overview

With nearby public transport at 0 miles, 25 photos for a quick visual overview, and a value per square foot ranking in the 100th percentile locally, the property stands out on convenience and value. It also offers outdoor spaces and appears pet-friendly, supported by nearby pet hospitals and pet supply stores.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • Extra storage

Great for

  • Pet owners

Available rentals nearby

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Lake San Marcos • 384 Beaker Rd

3 Beds

$3,995

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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570 E Barham Dr

3 Beds

$3,556–$6,001

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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1599 Loma Alta

3 Beds

$4,300

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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863 Viewpoint Dr

3 Beds

$3,699–$3,840

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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471 Camino Verde

3 Beds

$4,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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250 N City Dr

3 Beds

$4,399–$5,408

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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6718 Luciernaga Pl #6718

3 Beds

$4,100

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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635 Hillhaven Dr

3 Beds

$4,150

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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Lake San Marcos • 384 Beaker Rd

3 Beds

$3,995

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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570 E Barham Dr

3 Beds

$3,556–$6,001

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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1599 Loma Alta

3 Beds

$4,300

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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863 Viewpoint Dr

3 Beds

$3,699–$3,840

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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471 Camino Verde

3 Beds

$4,000

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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250 N City Dr

3 Beds

$4,399–$5,408

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
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6718 Luciernaga Pl #6718

3 Beds

$4,100

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
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635 Hillhaven Dr

3 Beds

$4,150

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

Rent trends in Lake San Marcos

3-bedroom apartments at 1521 San Pablo Dr cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Lake San Marcos.

Median rents as of Oct 31 2026.
Lake San Marcos
Lake San Marcos
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lake San Marcos
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$4,750
May 2025$4,380
June 2025$4,262
July 2025$4,100
August 2025$4,125
September 2025$4,190
October 2025$4,107
November 2025$4,674
December 2025$4,387
January 2026$4,992
February 2026$4,278
March 2026$4,356
April 2026$4,300
May 2026$4,089
June 2026$3,996
July 2026$3,900
August 2026$3,854
September 2026$3,868
October 2026$4,047
A table of 3-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Lake San Marcos
MonthMedian Rent
August 2025$4,275
September 2025$4,190
October 2025$4,107
November 2025$4,674
December 2025$4,387
January 2026$4,992
February 2026$4,278
March 2026$4,356
May 2026$4,000
August 2026$3,958
September 2026$3,988

Rent history

The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.
Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 1521 San Pablo Dr, Lake San Marcos, CA.
2 months ago$4,400

Schools near 1521 San Pablo Dr

Discovery Elementary School

730 applewilde dr

san marcos, CA, 92078

K-5Public
A

Double Peak

111 san elijo rd

san marcos, CA, 92078

K-8Public
A

North Coastal Consortium Schools

255 pico ave rm 220

san marcos, CA, 92069

K-12Public

Limitless Learning Academy

1400 w ninth ave

escondido, CA, 92029

K-8Public

Surfside Academy

1125 s ditmar st

oceanside, CA, 92054

K-12Public
C+
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Neighborhood

Lake San Marcos | Lake San Marcos, CA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around San Marcos near 1521 San Pablo Dr

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1521 San Pablo Dr, San Marcos

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within a short drive

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

4/10
Limited amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within a short drive

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