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3h ago
506 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,395–$3,050
Apartment for rent
1d ago
580 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600–$2,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$6,000
$5,500
Price drop
House for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,475
Apartment for rent
3d ago
570 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,442–$6,103
Apartment for rent
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
$2,345–$3,275
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22h ago
House for rent in San Marcos
343 Rolling Hills Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$3,795
House for rent
4h ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
1 bath
$2,975
$2,875
Price drop
House for rent
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,950
Apartment for rent
1m ago
956 Mira Lago Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,950
Condo for rent
Available Oct 1
29m ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
2 beds
2 baths
$3,100
Condo for rent
2h ago
343 Autumn Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
On-site laundry | Controlled access | On-site management
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,150–$2,750
Apartment for rent
2h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,508–$4,021
Apartment for rent
7h ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,850–$3,550
Apartment for rent
8h ago
2 beds
2 baths
$2,295
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$3,200
Apartment for rent
20h ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
220 Woodland Pkwy, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Balcony
1 bed
1 bath
$2,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$4,195
$3,750
Price drop
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2d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
657 Cedar St, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,900
House for rent
Available Dec 12
2d ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,725
$2,595
Price drop
Condo for rent
4d ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$2,950–$3,850
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Dishwasher
4 beds
2 baths
$4,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
269 W San Marcos Blvd #18, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
Condo for rent
Available Nov 20
5d+ ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,195
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,850
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$3,900
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
4 baths
$5,650
$5,450
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Fireplace
4 beds
3 baths
$3,950
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,600
$3,495
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Village O house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,350
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$5,695
$5,500
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
504 Lotus Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Carpet
3 beds
3 baths
$4,085
$3,750
Price drop
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
795 Via Barquero, San Marcos, CA 92069
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Fireplace
4 beds
3 baths
$5,200
$4,500
Price drop
House for rent
Available Oct 27
5d+ ago
University Commons house for rent in San Marcos
Balcony | Swimming pool | Walk-in closets
5 beds
3 baths
$7,800
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Oven
5 beds
4 baths
$5,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,550
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$4,300
$3,995
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
1195 La Moree Rd #NA, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,645
House for rent
Available Sep 16
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
188 Gosnell Way #1, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,850
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
University Commons condo for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$3,995
$3,750
Price drop
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$4,300
$4,200
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
Dishwasher | Outdoor space
4 beds
3 baths
$5,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
University Commons townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$3,795
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
House for rent
Available Nov 20
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$5,550
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San Marcos rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 79 apartments for rent in San Marcos, with a median rent price of $3,200 per month. San Marcos has seen a 8%—or $236—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$3,200Year Over Year Change
8%
$236
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The average rent in San Marcos, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,200, which is a 7.61% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in San Marcos, CA is about $2,550. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in San Marcos, CA is $2,825, and studios are about $4,400 per month.
See more San Marcos, CA rent data on our rent research page.
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730 applewilde dr
san marcos, CA, 92078
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san marcos, CA, 92078
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san marcos, CA, 92069
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san marcos, CA, 92069
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san marcos, CA, 92078
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Age Range
0-19
29%
20-34
20%
35-44
14%
45-64
22%
65+
12%
Language
English
62%
Spanish
27%
Indo Euro
3%
Asia Pac
6%
Other
0%
Education
No HS
12%
High School
40%
Bachelor's
35%
Master's
8%
Prof Degree
1%
Doctorate
1%
Household Income
0-25k
13%
25-50k
16%
50-75k
14%
75-100k
10%
100-150k
20%
150k+
24%
San Marcos locals spend about 26 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of San Marcos is through San Diego International Airport, 25.70 miles away.
Scores for San Marcos are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.
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.
In 2025, the average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Marcos, CA is approximately $2,341, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $2,855.
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%.
The best time to look for an apartment in San Marcos is during the winter months, as this period may yield better deals despite a potentially limited selection. Summer months, especially May and July, are more competitive with higher demand and prices.
Yes, San Marcos offers a good selection of pet-friendly apartments, with 64.65% of listings being pet-friendly.
Utilities are included in approximately 16% of rental listings in San Marcos.
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 2024 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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