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534 Spindle Way - Photo 1 of 1
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534 Spindle Way, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,300

$3,900

Price drop

House for rent

Available Jun 29

1536 Caminito Aguar - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Lake San Marcos

1536 Caminito Aguar, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$4,000

$3,800

Price drop

House for rent

Available Jul 13

1001 La Pluma Ct - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Lake San Marcos

Stunning Lake San Marcos Townhome!

1001 La Pluma Ct, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$3,500

House for rent

Available Jul 24

Remodeled 2-bed townhouse with mountain views

This 2-bed, 2-bath townhouse in Lake San Marcos features complete remodeling with a modern kitchen, stainless appliances, and luxury vinyl flooring throughout 1,200 sqft. The ground-level end unit offers panoramic mountain views, in-unit laundry, and a one-car garage. Pet-friendly with optional club membership for boating and golf access.

902 La Sombra Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Lake San Marcos

902 La Sombra Dr, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

Garage parking | Fireplace | On-site management

3 beds

2 baths

$4,188

House for rent

Available Jul 16

1510 Calle Devanar - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Lake San Marcos

1510 Calle Devanar, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool

3 beds

2 baths

$3,495

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 12

3-bed apartment with lake views and 2 garages

Quietly set in Lake San Marcos, this remodeled 3-bed, 2-bath apartment offers breathtaking lake and mountain views from a large private patio. The 1,222 sqft layout features an upgraded kitchen with granite counters, marble backsplash, and stainless steel appliances, plus central air and a gas fireplace. Two detached single-car garages and community pool access complete the package.

Camden Old Creek - Photo 1 of 1
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3d ago

9.6

Excellent

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Camden Old Creek

1935 Northstar Way, Carlsbad, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,639–$4,349

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500 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #202 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in San Marcos

500 South Rancho Santa Fe Road #202, San Marcos, CA 92078

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

1 bed

1 bath

$1,909

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 23

Pebblecreek Apartments | Spacious Apartment Homes in the Heart of San Marcos! - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

Pebblecreek Apartments | Spacious Apartment Homes in the Heart of San Marcos!

580 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking

2 beds

2 baths

$2,600

Apartment for rent

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Private Suite In San Elijo Hills #NA - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in San Marcos

Private Suite with Panoramic Views

Private Suite In San Elijo Hills #NA, San Marcos, CA 92078

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,650

House for rent

Available Aug 18

2914 Luciernaga St #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

Only $3500 a Month for 2 Bedroom and 2 Bathroom Carlsbad/La Costa Townhome

2914 Luciernaga St #NA, Carlsbad, CA 92009

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,500

House for rent

Available Jul 27

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1267 Elfin Forest Rd E #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in San Marcos

1267 Elfin Forest Road East - 1

1267 Elfin Forest Rd E #1, San Marcos, CA 92078

2 beds

2.5 baths

$3,500

$3,300

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House for rent

Available Jul 18

2159 Island Shore Way - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

2159 Island Shore Way, San Marcos, CA 92078

Dishwasher | Outdoor space | Oven

5 beds

3 baths

$5,200

House for rent

3062 Corte Trabuco - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Carlsbad

3062 Corte Trabuco, Carlsbad, CA 92009

In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,000

Condo for rent

2914 Luciernaga St #B - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Carlsbad

2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome located in the highly desirable La Costa

2914 Luciernaga St #B, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Furnished | Garage parking | Balcony

2 beds

2 baths

$3,800

House for rent

Available Jul 3

7490 7490 Via De Fotuna - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Carlsbad

7490 7490 Via De Fotuna, Carlsbad, CA 92009

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

2 beds

2.5 baths

$6,995

House for rent

1190 Elfin Forest Rd W #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in San Marcos

1190 Elfin Forest Road West - 1

1190 Elfin Forest Rd W #1, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

3.5 baths

$4,100

House for rent

Available Aug 1

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569 Whitesage Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,500

House for rent

3223 Rancho Quartillo - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

Single Family Residence - Carlsbad, CA

3223 Rancho Quartillo, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Air conditioning | Swimming pool

3 beds

2 baths

$5,000

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1643 Rue De Valle - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in San Marcos

50% OFF FIRST MONTH 2 Bed Townhouse in San Marcos | 1.5 Baths | $3222/mo | Available 05/30/2026

1643 Rue De Valle, San Marcos, CA 92078

Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony

2 beds

1.5 baths

$3,222

House for rent

Available Jun 1

6057 Paseo Carreta - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

6057 Paseo Carreta, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Furnished | Assigned parking | Swimming pool

4 beds

2.5 baths

$6,600

House for rent

Available Oct 1

6160 Paseo Ensillar - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Carlsbad

Modern 2-bed, 2-bath beach townhome

6160 Paseo Ensillar, Carlsbad, CA 92009

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$5,800

House for rent

Available Sep 1

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The average rent in Lake San Marcos, as of July 2026, is down 12.58% compared to last month but up 10.74% year-over-year.
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2620 El Aguila Ln - Photo 1 of 1
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House for rent in Carlsbad

2620 El Aguila Ln, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Air conditioning | Garage parking | Storage

3 beds

2 baths

$4,800

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842 Via Bella Donna - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

842 Via Bella Donna, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher

4 beds

1 bath

$3,800

House for rent

3211 Rancho Quartillo - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

Beautiful 3BR+Office Carlsbad Home! Amazing Schools! Quality Neighborhood! Pets OK

3211 Rancho Quartillo, Carlsbad, CA 92009

On-site laundry | High ceilings | Outdoor space

3 beds

2.5 baths

$5,300

$5,200

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House for rent

Available Jul 10

Grandon Village - Photo 1 of 1
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2d ago

7.9

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Grandon Village

1607 Grandon Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078

Assigned parking | Swimming pool | Residents lounge

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,557–$2,241

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Local insights: What it's like to live in Lake San Marcos, CA

Lake San Marcos residents appreciate the tranquil atmosphere and the recreational opportunities available, particularly enjoying the lake itself for fishing and kayaking. Many highlight the community’s well-maintained homes and the accessibility of amenities, including nearby shopping and dining options. However, some locals have expressed concerns about limited public transportation and occasional noise from events in the area, which can disrupt the peaceful environment. Overall, the mix of outdoor activities and community features seems to resonate well with those who choose to live here.

What areas of Lake San Marcos, CA are best for budget-conscious renters?

Based on our current listings data, Lake San Marcos has a median rent of approximately $4,190 across the city.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Lake San Marcos, CA?

Based on Zumper's current listings, 38% of Lake San Marcos rentals welcome pets, which works out to about 5 pet-friendly apartments each month across the city's average of 13 available units.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Lake San Marcos, CA?

In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in Lake San Marcos, appearing in just 0.05% of units, with only three-bedroom apartments occasionally including utilities at 0.12%.

Methodology: How we got this data

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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