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The Highlands

The Highlands

San Marcos, California, 92078

2 BedroomsFrom $1,440

1 BedroomFrom $1,205

3 BedroomsFrom $1,650

Royal Oaks Senior Community 55+

Royal Oaks Senior Community 55+

San Marcos, California, 92069

2 BedroomsFrom $1,300

1 BedroomFrom $950

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Barham Villas

Barham Villas

San Marcos, California, 92069

2 Bedrooms$1,345 - $1,585

3 Bedrooms$1,595 - $1,685

1 Bedroom$1,225 - $1,230

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Northwoods Apartments

Northwoods Apartments

San Marcos, California, 92078

3 Bedrooms$1,875

1 Bedroom$945 - $1,125

2 Bedrooms$1,145 - $1,350

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San Marcos Apartment Rental Market

  • Household Income
    Household IncomeCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than $10,0005.7%8.4% -2.7%
    $10,000 to $14,9994.7%5.6% -0.9%
    $15,000 to $19,9995.9%5.6% +0.3%
    $20,000 to $24,9997.2%5.8% +1.4%
    $25,000 to $29,9997.0%5.7% +1.3%
    $30,000 to $34,9996.2%5.7% +0.5%
    $35,000 to $39,9996.3%5.4% +0.9%
    $40,000 to $44,9995.7%5.2% +0.5%
    $45,000 to $49,9995.4%4.6% +0.8%
    $50,000 to $59,9999.6%8.6% +1.0%
    $60,000 to $74,99911.8%10.6% +1.2%
    $75,000 to $99,99912.0%11.5% +0.5%
    $100,000 to $124,9997.1%6.8% +0.3%
    $125,000 to $149,9992.5%3.6% -1.1%
    $150,000 to $199,9991.5%3.3% -1.8%
    $200,000 or more1.4%3.6% -2.2%
  • Cost of Living
    Share of Household Income Spent on RentCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 10.0%3.0%4.8% -1.8%
    10.0% to 14.9%10.6%9.8% +0.8%
    15.0% to 19.9%13.4%13.6% -0.2%
    20.0% to 24.9%14.8%13.1% +1.7%
    25.0% to 29.9%12.6%11.0% +1.6%
    30.0% to 34.9%8.7%8.2% +0.5%
    35.0% to 39.9%5.7%5.9% -0.2%
    40.0% to 49.9%9.1%8.0% +1.1%
    50.0% or more19.1%20.2% -1.1%
    Not computed2.9%5.4% -2.5%
  • Age Demographic of Renters
    Age Demographic of RentersCityStateCity Compared to State
    15 to 24 years10.9%9.6% +1.3%
    25 to 34 years31.1%29.3% +1.8%
    35 to 44 years26.7%25.8% +0.9%
    45 to 54 years14.3%16.5% -2.2%
    55 to 64 years5.7%8.0% -2.3%
    65 to 74 years3.5%5.3% -1.8%
    75 to 84 years4.2%4.0% +0.2%
    85 years and over3.7%1.6% +2.1%
  • Travel Time to Work
    Travel Time to WorkCityStateCity Compared to State
    Less than 30 minutes32.1%30.9% +1.2%
    30 to 44 minutes24.3%24.5% -0.2%
    45 to 59 minutes16.5%13.8% +2.7%
    60 or more minutes27.0%30.8% -3.8%

Source: 2000 Census

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Average Apartment Rent in San Marcos, California

# Bedrooms Oct Sep Aug 3 Month % change
Studio N/A N/A N/A 0%
1 Bed $1,153 $1,271 $1,322 -12.8%
2 Bed $1,551 $1,479 $1,580 -1.8%
3 Bed N/A N/A N/A 0%

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San Marcos Apartment Rental Trends

Apartments in San Marcos have competitive rents so be sure to use our apartment finder to get the best deal. In August the average rent for a 1 Bedroom San Marcos apartment cost $1,322. If you need a roommate, try finding a 2 bedroom apartment rental. An average 2 bedroom San Marcos apartment was $1,580 in August. Start your apartment search by checking out some of the San Marcos rentals listed below.

Featured San Marcos Apartments for Rent

  • Autumn Park San Marcos, CA 92069

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  • Spacious Townhouse near Cal State SM San Marcos, CA 92078

    2bedroom, 2 1/2 bath townhouse. 1200 sq feet,corner lot. Near Cal State San Marcos, shopping, Hwy 78. Move in Ready

  • San Marcos rental San Marcos, CA 92078

    This two-story townhome features neutral tan carpet and tile floors, granite countertops in kitchen, custom paint in neutral beige and cream colors and crown moulding throughout. One full bathroom with glass tub/shower enclosure and modern fixtures. Both bedrooms are good size. Access small yard and large patio, garage and uncovered parking space from dining room/kitchen area. Garage is detached with back door access from patio. Complex amenities include pool, spa and gym. Walk to high school. Nearby shopping and restaurants. www.UtopiaManagement.com

  • $1350 Two bedroom in San Marcos San Marcos, CA 92069

    FREE October rentalEnd unit quite with great view.Highly Upgraded Hardwood flooring in living area and tile in kitchen area. Granite counter tops, Stainless steel appliances dishwasher, stoverange, refrigerator hooded microwave . WasherDryer included. Central Air Conditioning and Heating. Patios and Balconies. Water, trash included in the rent. Community Amenities, very well maintainedSwimming Pool and SpaFitness CenterClub HouseClose to Cal State San Marcos, Palomar College, and elementary school.Near Restaurant Row, Shopping Centers, easy access to I78, I5 and I15. Very convenient location.near City San Diego, Carlsbad, Vista, Oceanside, and Escondido. Listing ID 1411903

  • Copper Creek Apartments San Marcos, CA 92078
  • Rancho Santa Fe Village San Marcos, CA 92078
  • Sage Canyon San Marcos, CA 92069
  • Grandon Village San Marcos, CA 92069
  • Casa Vallecitos San Marcos, CA 92069
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