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The average rent in San Marcos, as of May 2026, is down 1.63% compared to last month and down 4.29% year-over-year.
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908 Terraza Mar #NA, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$7,195
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Available Jul 1
1d ago
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823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,620–$3,420
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4h ago
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823 Nordahl Rd #1015A, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,500–$4,550
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1h ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$2,675
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10h ago
343 Autumn Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
On-site laundry | On-site management | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$2,575
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10h ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$2,800
Condo for rent
11h ago
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,245–$5,403
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12h ago
House for rent in San Marcos
266 Avenida De Suerte, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Hardwood floor
3 beds
2 baths
$3,495
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14h ago
570 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,454–$5,951
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18h ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,650–$3,650
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In-Unit Laundry
Garage Parking
On-Site Laundry
Dishwasher
23h ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,295
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1d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
750 Via Cafetal, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
5 beds
3 baths
$6,900
$6,795
Price drop
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1d ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
1 bath
$2,425
Condo for rent
1d ago
1–2 beds
2 baths
$3,225–$3,350
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1d ago
San Elijo Hills house for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2.5 baths
$5,495
House for rent
1d ago
Village O condo for rent in San Marcos
606 Kellogg St, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$4,000
$3,800
Price drop
Condo for rent
Available Jul 30
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
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1d ago
601 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,350–$3,275
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2d ago
506 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
2 beds
2 baths
$3,050–$3,095
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
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3d ago
Studio
1 bath
$1,875
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,595
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1722 Morgans Ave #1, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,600
House for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
269 W San Marcos Blvd #14, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 19
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1379 Cattail Ct #1379, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3.5 baths
$3,900
House for rent
Available May 20
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
870 Windridge Cir #1, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
$3,250
Price drop
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Available May 31
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Village O house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,750
House for rent
Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
University Commons townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
207 Westlake Dr #3, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2.5 baths
$2,795
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
220 Woodland Pkwy #250, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$3,500
Condo for rent
Available Apr 13
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
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Available Jan 8
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
3 baths
$5,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
100 Chesapeake Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3 baths
$5,300
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3d ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,200
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
150 Gosnell Way, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,545–$3,195
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San Marcos, CA, has a suburban feel that a lot of residents appreciate, particularly for its family-friendly atmosphere and numerous parks. Many locals enjoy the variety of shopping options and restaurants available, along with good schools that cater to families. The city also offers beautiful scenery and access to outdoor activities. However, some residents have noted traffic congestion can be a hassle during peak hours, which might be a consideration for those commuting to nearby areas. Additionally, a few express concerns about the rise in housing costs affecting renters.
San Marcos 1-bedroom apartments averaged around $2,400 per month in 2025, while 2-bedroom units averaged around $2,900 monthly. These figures reflect the current rental market across the city's available inventory.
Rents in San Marcos have experienced a modest increase of 1.27% in 2024 compared to 2023. However, 1-bedroom rents have decreased by 4.78%, while 3-bedroom rents have increased by 1.77%.
April offers the lowest rental prices in San Marcos, while July sees the highest rents, creating an 18% difference between peak and off-peak pricing in 2025. August and December experience less competition as demand softens compared to the more competitive March and July months.
Village O, University Commons, and San Elijo Hills provide the best environments for social living with strong neighborhood population density and shared community spaces. University Commons generates the highest consumer interest, drawing 1.14 times more inquiries than the market average, while both University Commons and Village O offer 1-bedroom apartments at around $2,030 per month.
Village O offers the best value for budget-conscious renters, with rent dropping to around $1,440 per month, representing 29% below the city median. This neighborhood combines affordability with social amenities and pet-friendly features, making it an attractive option for cost-conscious residents.
San Marcos offers strong pet accommodation with 45% of rental listings welcoming pets. Village O stands out as particularly pet-friendly, featuring pet waste stations, regular pet events, generous outdoor spaces, and apartments with no breed restrictions and dedicated pet spaces.
Utilities are rarely included in San Marcos rental prices, appearing in less than 1% of available listings across all apartment types. This pattern remains consistent whether you're looking at studios, 1-bedrooms, 2-bedrooms, or 3-bedroom units.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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