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1d ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
1 bath
$3,350
Apartment for rent
3d ago
506 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Outdoor space
2 beds
2 baths
$2,895–$3,050
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
University Commons house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,300
House for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1195 La Moree Rd #NA, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
House for rent
Available Sep 16
1d ago
Verified
823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,310–$3,200
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
4 beds
3 baths
$4,850
House for rent
Available Sep 21
1d ago
Verified
823 Nordahl Rd #116A, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,950–$4,370
Apartment for rent
1d ago
2–3 beds
2 baths
$3,200–$3,780
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1d ago
343 Autumn Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
On-site laundry | On-site management | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,150–$2,750
Apartment for rent
2d ago
3 beds
2 baths
$3,295–$3,495
Apartment for rent
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
Apartment for rent
3d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650–$2,795
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Balcony | On-site management
4 beds
3 baths
$3,850
$3,495
Price drop
House for rent
Available Sep 10
7h ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
House for rent
11h ago
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$5,946
Price drop
Apartment for rent
11h 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–$6,315
Apartment for rent
14h ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,350
Apartment for rent
15h ago
Village O condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$3,050
Condo for rent
15h ago
University Commons house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,450
House for rent
19h ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
1 bath
$3,600
House for rent
1d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
1 bath
$4,495
$3,995
Price drop
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1d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$4,900
$4,600
Price drop
House for rent
1d ago
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000–$3,800
Apartment for rent
1d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,695
House for rent
3d ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
269 W San Marcos Blvd #26, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,795
Condo for rent
Available Dec 19
4d 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
$3,995
$3,895
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3 baths
$4,595
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
909 Richland Rd #135, San Marcos, CA 92069
Swimming pool | Fitness center | Outdoor space
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
266 Avenida De Suerte, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Central heat
3 beds
2 baths
$3,495
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$4,500
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
908 Buena Creek Rd #NA, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,900
House for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
659 Canopy Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3 baths
$4,950
$4,695
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$3,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
5 beds
3 baths
$4,550
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$7,000
$6,800
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
2144 Coast Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078
Garage parking | On-site laundry | Storage
4 beds
2 baths
$5,695
$5,195
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3834 La Rosa Dr #A, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
House for rent
Available Dec 2
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,775
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
915 Mira Lago Way #NA, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,700
House for rent
Available Sep 14
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$4,200
$3,995
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,650
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$5,795
$5,195
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,690
House for rent
5d+ ago
Village O house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,600
$3,500
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
San Elijo Hills house for rent in San Marcos
1672 Trenton Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
5 beds
3 baths
$9,700
House for rent
Available Aug 17
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$4,295
House for rent
5d+ ago
Village O townhouse for rent in San Marcos
532 Almond Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$3,450
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$4,100
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
Studio
1 bath
$1,750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1372 Dandelion Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
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San Marcos rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 57 apartments for rent in San Marcos, with a median rent price of $3,390 per month. San Marcos has seen a 4%—or $148—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$3,390Year Over Year Change
4%
$148
Rentals available, last 30 days
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The average rent in San Marcos, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,390, which is a 4.41% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in San Marcos, CA is about $2,447. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in San Marcos, CA is $2,999, and studios are about $6,900 per month.
See more San Marcos, CA rent data on our rent research page.
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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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