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1 BathEZ Living Mobile Home Park | 1241 W San Marcos Blvd,
San Marcos, CA 92078
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SPECIAL OFFERSENIOR HOUSINGPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,250 - $2,580/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsOverture San Marcos 55+ Apartment Homes | 852 Avenida Ricardo,
San Marcos, CA 92069
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PET FRIENDLYFURNISHEDTotal price$2,315 - $4,399/moStudio-3 Beds1-3 BathsBlock C Apartments | 250 N City Dr,
San Marcos, CA 92078
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,342 - $3,468/mo1-2 Beds1-3 BathsProminence Apartments | 601 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd,
San Marcos, CA 92078
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$2,450 - $2,950/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCoastal Living at San Marcos 55+ | 768 Woodward St,
San Marcos, CA 92069
PET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,536 - $3,628/moStudio-3 Beds1-3 BathsMarc San Marcos | 1045 Armorlite Dr,
San Marcos, CA 92069
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,559 - $12,910/moStudio-4 Beds1-4 Baths222 North City | 222 N City Dr,
San Marcos, CA 92078
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,561 - $3,501/moStudio-2 Beds1-3 BathsPalomar Station | 1257 Armorlite Dr,
San Marcos, CA 92069
SENIOR HOUSINGPET FRIENDLY$2,575 - $3,275/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsWoodland Village Senior Living | 975 Woodland Pkwy,
San Marcos, CA 92069
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Average Rent Trends in San Marcos, CA
Rent in San Marcos, CA varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Sep 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Aug 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $3,600 |
| Nov 2025 | $3,600 |
| Dec 2025 | $3,550 |
| Jan 2026 | $3,600 |
| Feb 2026 | $3,399 |
| Mar 2026 | $3,300 |
| Apr 2026 | $3,250 |
| May 2026 | $3,298 |
| Jun 2026 | $3,395 |
| Jul 2026 | $3,500 |
| Aug 2026 | $3,500 |
| Sep 2026 | $3,500 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In September 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $2,379 | $3,010 | $3,767 | $4,700 | $3,295 |
| Townhomes | $2,375 | $3,013 | $3,725 | $3,800 | $3,725 |
| Apartments and Condos | $2,299 | $2,995 | $3,350 | — | $2,898 |
| Houses | $1,995 | $3,200 | $3,844 | $4,700 | $3,990 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in San Marcos, CA
- What is the average rent of an apartment in San Marcos, CA?The average rent of an apartment in San Marcos, CA is $2,943 per month. This is about 51% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in San Marcos, CA?In the last year, the average rent in San Marcos, CA was lowest in Mar 2025 when it was $3,300 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in San Marcos, CA?In the last year, the average rent in San Marcos, CA was highest in Aug 2025 when it was $3,700 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in San Marcos, CA?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in San Marcos, CA is $2,379 per month. That is about $59 less than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in San Marcos, CA?There are 143 available rental listings in San Marcos, CA.
- What are some neighborhoods in San Marcos, CA?Some neighborhoods in San Marcos, CA include: Lake San Marcos.
- What are some zip codes in San Marcos, CA?
- What are some cities near San Marcos, CA?Some nearby cities include: Vista, Carlsbad, Escondido, Encinitas, Rancho Santa Fe. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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