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The average rent in San Marcos, as of June 2026, is up 1.1% compared to last month but down 3.03% year-over-year.
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5d+ ago
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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
$6,995
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Available Jul 1
9h ago
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3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,425
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Available Aug 7
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
$2,335–$3,145
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11h 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
$3,210–$4,530
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1d ago
506 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$3,095
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3d 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
150 Gosnell Way, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,195
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1h ago
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,450–$3,150
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19h ago
1–2 beds
2 baths
$3,225–$3,450
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22h ago
570 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,475–$6,353
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In-Unit Laundry
Dishwasher
Swimming Pool
Outdoor Space
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
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1d 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
1d ago
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3427 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd #NA, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
4 beds
2.5 baths
$7,500
$6,500
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Available Aug 1
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–$3,198
Price drop
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1d ago
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,255–$5,403
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2d ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,649
Condo for rent
3d ago
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3834 La Rosa Dr #A, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
2 beds
1 bath
$4,200
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Available Feb 1
4d ago
343 Autumn Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
On-site laundry | On-site management | Dishwasher
1–2 beds
1 bath
$2,150–$2,575
Apartment for rent
4d ago
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1134 Adele Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Swimming pool
1 bed
1.5 baths
$1,500
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Available Jul 1
4d ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,895
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,900
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
477 Prosperity Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,200
House for rent
5d+ ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$2,675
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$3,500
$3,300
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5d+ ago
University Commons townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2.5 baths
$3,395
$3,250
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$5,000
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
1 bath
$3,800
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5d+ ago
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750 Via Cafetal, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
5 beds
3 baths
$6,900
$6,300
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,200
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5d+ ago
University Commons house for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
4.5 baths
$6,690
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$4,150
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Available Jul 24
5d+ ago
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10 Borden Cir, San Marcos, CA 92069
Swimming pool | Carpet | Microwave
1 bed
1 bath
$895
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Available Jul 8
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
3 baths
$5,500
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,800
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,495
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5d+ ago
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1134 Adele Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Swimming pool
1 bed
2 baths
$1,500
House for rent
Available Jun 1
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
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ 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
House for rent
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
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
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
House for rent
Available Jan 8
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
3 baths
$5,000
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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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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.
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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