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House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$3,600
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House for rent in San Marcos
10w Borden Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
On-site laundry | High ceilings | Carpet
1 bed
1 bath
$895
House for rent
Available Jan 1
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House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$4,195
$3,995
Price drop
House for rent
Available Dec 3
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Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
679 Fahrenheit Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
3 baths
$4,500
House for rent
Available Jan 1
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House for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
3 baths
$4,695
$4,595
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Available Nov 24
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House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$5,250
$4,950
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Village O townhouse for rent in San Marcos
857 857 Ballow Wy #857, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
2 baths
$3,700
$3,600
Price drop
House for rent
Available Nov 14
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
1134 Adele Lane, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Swimming pool
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
House for rent
Available Jan 7
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House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,895
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Apartment for rent in San Marcos
635 Woodward Street #635A, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,950
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 20
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Apartment for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$3,995
Apartment for rent
Available Nov 25
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
1326 Via Dorado, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
4 beds
2 baths
$3,400
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5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
362 Via Los Arcos, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
4 beds
2 baths
$4,600
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5d+ ago
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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Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,750
House for rent
Available Nov 8
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
3852 La Campana Court #3852, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$3,250
Apartment for rent
Available Dec 15
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Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1643 Rue De Valle, San Marcos, CA 92078
Air conditioning | Swimming pool | Fitness center
2 beds
1 bath
$2,800
House for rent
Available Nov 21
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House for rent in San Marcos
1735 Avenida Regina, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
5 beds
3 baths
$5,000
$4,850
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
316 Smilax Road #8, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,675
House for rent
Available Dec 31
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
310 Smilax Road, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$2,675
Condo for rent
Available Dec 1
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House for rent in San Marcos
3852 La Campana Court, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
1 bath
$3,250
House for rent
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1386 Dandelion Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
3 beds
3 baths
$3,460
House for rent
Available Aug 15
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
1 bath
$2,750
House for rent
5d+ ago
Village O condo for rent in San Marcos
139 Elora Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
Condo for rent
Available Dec 1
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Apartment for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
3 baths
$4,300
Apartment for rent
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House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$4,180
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
3422 Arborview Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
High ceilings | Carpet | Outdoor space
4 beds
3 baths
$4,800
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5d+ ago
Village O townhouse for rent in San Marcos
443 Almond Rd #1, San Marcos, CA 92078
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,995
House for rent
Available Sep 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$4,000
House for rent
5d+ ago
Village O house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
3 baths
$3,350
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
510 Lotus Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
In-unit laundry | Walk-in closets | Carpet
3 beds
3 baths
$3,850
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$2,550
Condo for rent
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House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
2 baths
$5,500
House for rent
Available Jan 8
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House for rent in San Marcos
659 Canopy Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
Air conditioning | Garage parking | On-site laundry
4 beds
3 baths
$4,350
House for rent
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House for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
1 bath
$3,995
House for rent
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House for rent in San Marcos
5 beds
3 baths
$5,000
House for rent
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.
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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