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Village O townhouse for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,550
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House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$3,900
$3,800
Price drop
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House for rent in San Marcos
588 Summerholly Dr #1, San Marcos, CA 92078
Swimming pool
3 beds
2 baths
$3,600
House for rent
Available Jan 10
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Village O house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,195
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Apartment for rent in San Marcos
141 Johnston Ln #141-4, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$2,495
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 29
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Village O townhouse for rent in San Marcos
729 Kellogg St #729, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
3 baths
$3,250
House for rent
Available Dec 14
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Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1240 Sunrise Vw #103, San Marcos, CA 92078
Garage parking | Balcony | Ev charging
4 beds
3 baths
$3,700
House for rent
Available Jan 7
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Apartment for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$4,000
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House for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
3 baths
$4,800
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Available Nov 8
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Apartment for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$4,000
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Available Sep 1
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Condo for rent in San Marcos
214 Woodland Parkway, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,800
Condo for rent
Available Nov 10
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House for rent in San Marcos
3422 Arborview Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
High ceilings | Carpet | Outdoor space
4 beds
3 baths
$4,800
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House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
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Available Jan 8
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House for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
3 baths
$5,000
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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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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1540 Grandon Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | On-site laundry
3 beds
2 baths
$3,320
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5d+ ago
Village O house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,295
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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.
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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| 💰Best rent deal | 141 Johnston Ln #141-4 |
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