Zumper

Rental GuideSan Marcos, CA

San Marcos rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 77 apartments for rent in San Marcos, with a median rent price of $3,195 per month. San Marcos has seen a 6%—or $195—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$3,195

Year Over Year Change

6%

$195

Rentals available, last 30 days

77

Rent ranges for San Marcos apartments
$6,001 - $50,000
1%
$4,501 - $6,000
8%
$3,001 - $4,500
42%
$1,501 - $3,000
46%
$0 - $1,500
2%

How has rent in San Marcos, CA changed in the last two years?

The average rent in San Marcos, CA, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $3,195, which is a 6.29% increase year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in San Marcos, CA is about $2,442. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in San Marcos, CA is $2,858, and studios are about $4,300 per month.

See more San Marcos, CA rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in San Marcos, CA?

19

schools

19,532

students

Powered byniche.com

About Niche: Niche compiles and analyzes the latest data from public sources like the US Census Bureau and the Department of Education to generate rankings for schools and neighborhoods across the US.

Disclaimer: School ratings from Niche are intended for informational purposes only. Check with the nearby schools to verify eligibility and zoning criteria before using this data to decide on your next home.

Discovery Elementary School

730 applewilde dr

san marcos, CA, 92078

K-5Public
A

Double Peak

111 san elijo rd

san marcos, CA, 92078

K-8Public
A

Paloma Elementary School

660 camino magnifico

san marcos, CA, 92069

K-5Public
A

Richland Elementary School

910 borden rd

san marcos, CA, 92069

K-5Public
A

San Elijo Elementary School

1615 schhouse way

san marcos, CA, 92078

K-5Public
A

Showing 1 - 5 of 9 results

Who lives in San Marcos, CA?

Gender

50% Male
50% Female

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%

What is the household breakdown in San Marcos, CA?

Families

53% Families
47% Single

Property

37% Renters
63% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

13%

25-50k

16%

50-75k

14%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

20%

150k+

24%

How do residents get around San Marcos, CA?

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.

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for San Marcos are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Explore rentals in San Marcos, CA

View all
Pebblecreek Apartments | Spacious Apartment Homes in the Heart of San Marcos! - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.8

Very good

Pebblecreek Apartments | Spacious Apartment Homes in the Heart of San Marcos!

580 Los Vallecitos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069

In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Swimming pool

2 beds

2 baths

$2,600–$2,800

Apartment for rent

The Avenue at San Marcos - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.8

Very good

The Avenue at San Marcos

506 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

1–2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,395–$3,050

Apartment for rent

414 W San Marcos Blvd #131 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

414 W San Marcos Blvd #131, San Marcos, CA 92069

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking

3 beds

2 baths

$3,300

House for rent

Studios for rent in San Marcos3 rentals

3 rentals

Atlanta ApartmentsAustin ApartmentsBaltimore ApartmentsBoston ApartmentsCharlotte ApartmentsChicago ApartmentsDallas ApartmentsDenver ApartmentsDetroit ApartmentsHouston ApartmentsLas Vegas ApartmentsLos Angeles ApartmentsMiami ApartmentsMinneapolis ApartmentsNew York ApartmentsPhiladelphia ApartmentsPhoenix ApartmentsPittsburgh ApartmentsPortland ApartmentsSan Antonio ApartmentsSan Diego ApartmentsSan Francisco ApartmentsSeattle ApartmentsTampa ApartmentsWashington DC Apartments