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390 Beaker Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Lake San Marcos

390 Beaker Rd, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

Air conditioning | Garage parking | Balcony

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,195

House for rent

Available Aug 13

1866 Fairway Circle Dr #1866 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Lake San Marcos

Inviting Upstairs 2Bdm and 2Ba Condo in San Marcos!

1866 Fairway Circle Dr #1866, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,200

Condo for rent

1536 Caminito Aguar - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Lake San Marcos

1536 Caminito Aguar, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$3,500

House for rent

Available Jul 13

1001 La Pluma Ct - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Lake San Marcos

Stunning Lake San Marcos Townhome!

1001 La Pluma Ct, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

2 beds

2 baths

$3,450

House for rent

Available Aug 14

Remodeled 2-bed townhouse with mountain views

This 2-bed, 2-bath townhouse in Lake San Marcos features complete remodeling with a modern kitchen, stainless appliances, and luxury vinyl flooring throughout 1,200 sqft. The ground-level end unit offers panoramic mountain views, in-unit laundry, and a one-car garage. Pet-friendly with optional club membership for boating and golf access.

2110 Silverado St - Photo 1 of 1
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University Commons condo for rent in San Marcos

2110 Silverado St, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

3 beds

3.5 baths

$4,200

$4,000

Price drop

Condo for rent

Camden Old Creek - Photo 1 of 1
Highly rated

8h ago

9.6

Excellent

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Camden Old Creek

1935 Northstar Way, Carlsbad, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$2,639–$4,551

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2705 Anta Ct - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

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Beautifully Updated 3 Bedroom + 2.5 Bathroom with 2 Car Garage and Large Private Yard in Carlsbad

2705 Anta Ct, Carlsbad, CA 92009

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

2.5 baths

$6,500

$6,000

Price drop

House for rent

Available Aug 24

Grandon Village - Photo 1 of 1
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5d+ ago

8.3

Very good

Grandon Village

1607 Grandon Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078

Assigned parking | Swimming pool | Residents lounge

1–2 beds

1 bath

$1,557–$2,241

Apartment for rent

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Pebblecreek Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

Pebblecreek Apartments

580 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

2 beds

2 baths

$2,600

Apartment for rent

560 S Pacific St - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in San Marcos

2 BR/1 BA apt for lease at Prime Storage - San Marcos

560 S Pacific St, San Marcos, CA 92078

Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$1,800

House for rent

Available Aug 19

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6991 Ballena Way #18 - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

Condo for rent in Carlsbad

6991 Ballena Way #18, Carlsbad, CA 92009

In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center

2 beds

2 baths

$3,100

Condo for rent

Available Aug 18

6531 Corte Valdez - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in Carlsbad

6531 Corte Valdez, Carlsbad, CA 92009

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Balcony

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,895

House for rent

Available Aug 25

1446 Clearview Way - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

1446 Clearview Way, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

3 beds

2 baths

$3,900

House for rent

Available Aug 14

545 Sonoma St #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

545 Sonoma Street - 1

545 Sonoma St #1, San Marcos, CA 92078

4 beds

2.5 baths

$4,950

House for rent

Available Sep 1

3430 Corte Viejo - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

3430 Corte Viejo, Carlsbad, CA 92009

In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Microwave

Studio

1 bath

$2,700

$2,500

Price drop

House for rent

637 Beverly Pl - Photo 1 of 1
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5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

637 Beverly Pl, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

2 beds

1.5 baths

$2,975

$2,875

Price drop

House for rent

Find sweet deals near Lake San Marcos

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$1,885–$2,241

San Marcos

$3,100

Carlsbad

$2,500

Carlsbad

$4,600

Carlsbad

2346 Sentinel Ln - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

University Commons townhouse for rent in San Marcos

2346 Sentinel Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool

3 beds

2.5 baths

$3,725

House for rent

Available Aug 2

Private Suite In San Elijo Hills #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

Private Suite with Panoramic Views

Private Suite In San Elijo Hills #NA, San Marcos, CA 92078

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$1,650

House for rent

Available Sep 30

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6890 Camino De Amigos - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

6890 Camino De Amigos, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Air conditioning | Dishwasher | Outdoor space

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,950

$4,600

Price drop

House for rent

2159 Island Shore Way - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

2159 Island Shore Way, San Marcos, CA 92078

Dishwasher | Outdoor space | Oven

5 beds

3 baths

$5,200

House for rent

1190 Elfin Forest Rd W #1 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Townhouse for rent in San Marcos

1190 Elfin Forest Road West - 1

1190 Elfin Forest Rd W #1, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

3.5 baths

$4,100

House for rent

Available Aug 1

569 Whitesage Rd - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

House for rent in San Marcos

569 Whitesage Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078

Swimming pool | Deck | Dishwasher

3 beds

2.5 baths

$4,000

House for rent

3223 Rancho Quartillo - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

Single Family Residence - Carlsbad, CA

3223 Rancho Quartillo, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Air conditioning | Swimming pool

3 beds

2 baths

$5,000

House for rent

6057 Paseo Carreta - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Carlsbad

6057 Paseo Carreta, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Furnished | Assigned parking | Swimming pool

4 beds

2.5 baths

$6,600

House for rent

Available Oct 1

3834 La Rosa Dr #A - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

Designer Chic Fully Furnished Two bedrooms (three beds) plus office for two

3834 La Rosa Dr #A, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

3 beds

1 bath

$4,200

House for rent

Available Aug 16

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Lake San Marcos, CA apartments for rent

Renting in Lake San Marcos, CA at a glance

As of today, Lake San Marcos' median rent price is $3,800 per month.

Median rent

$3,800

Rentals, last 30 days

16

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$3,800N/A
1 bedroom$2,347N/A
2 bedroom$3,275N/A
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Local insights: What it's like to live in Lake San Marcos, CA

Lake San Marcos residents appreciate the tranquil atmosphere and the recreational opportunities available, particularly enjoying the lake itself for fishing and kayaking. Many highlight the community’s well-maintained homes and the accessibility of amenities, including nearby shopping and dining options. However, some locals have expressed concerns about limited public transportation and occasional noise from events in the area, which can disrupt the peaceful environment. Overall, the mix of outdoor activities and community features seems to resonate well with those who choose to live here.

Frequently asked questions

What areas of Lake San Marcos, CA are best for budget-conscious renters?

Based on our current listings data, Lake San Marcos has a median rent of approximately $4,190 across the city.

Are there pet-friendly apartments in Lake San Marcos, CA?

Based on Zumper's current listings, 38% of Lake San Marcos rentals welcome pets, which works out to about 5 pet-friendly apartments each month across the city's average of 13 available units.

Are utilities usually included in rent in Lake San Marcos, CA?

In our current listings, utilities-included rentals are extremely rare in Lake San Marcos, appearing in just 0.05% of units, with only three-bedroom apartments occasionally including utilities at 0.12%.

Methodology: How we got this data

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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