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4d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650–$2,795
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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
$2,340–$3,290
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3d ago
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823 Nordahl Rd #1100A, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$3,270–$4,670
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1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,450
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2d ago
506 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Swimming pool
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,495–$3,095
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2d ago
320 Smilax Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$2,675
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3d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$2,975
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3d ago
580 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$2,600
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,909
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Available Jun 23
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
122 Johnston Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Storage
2 beds
1 bath
$3,150
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Available Aug 7
In-Unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
3h ago
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,199–$5,439
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6h ago
570 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,616–$6,851
Price drop
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15h ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
342 Fitzpatrick Rd #1, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,495
$3,295
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Available Aug 1
18h 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–$3,574
Price drop
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1d ago
Village O townhouse for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,500
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Available Aug 1
1d ago
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1450 Sundance Ave #1, San Marcos, CA 92078
4 beds
3 baths
$4,995
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Available Aug 7
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The average rent in San Marcos, as of August 2026, is up 1.51% compared to last month but down 1% year-over-year.Track prices
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1d 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
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1d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$4,450
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1d ago
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,750–$3,650
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2d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
2 baths
$4,199
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Available Aug 14
2d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
329 Calle Adela, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
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Available Jul 29
2d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3834 La Rosa Dr #A, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
3 beds
1 bath
$4,200
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Available Aug 16
2d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$3,400
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2d ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$3,275–$3,850
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3d ago
141 Johnston Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
1 bath
$2,395
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3d ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
672 Kellogg St, San Marcos, CA 92078 - 1 #1, San Marcos, CA 92078
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,100
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Available Aug 15
4d ago
150 Gosnell Way, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,545–$3,295
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4d ago
251 Autumn Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$930–$2,400
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4d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,700
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4d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,100
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4d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,900
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Available Aug 22
4d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,600
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,400
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
4 baths
$6,000
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Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
4 baths
$6,000
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Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
3421 Polley Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$2,095
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5d+ ago
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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5d+ ago
Studio
1 bath
$2,375
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
Private Suite In San Elijo Hills #NA, San Marcos, CA 92078
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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Available Aug 18
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
1672 N Las Flores Dr #1, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
5 beds
3.5 baths
$5,100
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Available Jul 24
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2.5 baths
$4,495
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$5,100
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5d+ ago
Village O townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,300
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Available Jul 23
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$3,895
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
400 Mulberry Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Garage parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
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Available Aug 15
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
748 Kirkwall Dr #1, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
5 beds
3 baths
$4,850
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Available Jul 21
5d+ ago
Village O townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$4,199
House for rent
Available Aug 7
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1643 Rue De Valle, San Marcos, CA 92078
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,222
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Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
3 baths
$5,799
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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.
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in San Marcos average around $2,440/month and two-bedrooms approximately $2,870/month.
April offers the lowest rents in San Marcos, running roughly 18% below July's peak pricing. Winter months generally provide better deals compared to the competitive summer season when demand outpaces inventory.
University Commons and Village O lead San Marcos's rental market with one-bedrooms around $2,450/month. University Commons draws 1.14 times more renter interest than average, while Village O offers high walk scores and excellent transit access.
University Commons excels for pet owners with specialized pet flooring, dedicated pet spaces, and no breed restrictions. The neighborhood features extensive outdoor areas, pet waste stations, and regular pet events for socializing.
Based on our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in San Marcos, appearing in just 0.06% of units. One-bedrooms and two-bedrooms each show utilities included in roughly 0.05% to 0.06% of listings.
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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