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Royal Oaks Senior Community 55+

Royal Oaks Senior Community 55+

San Marcos, California, 92069

1 BedroomFrom $950

2 BedroomsFrom $1,300

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Barham Villas

Barham Villas

San Marcos, California, 92069

1 Bedroom$1,225 - $1,230

2 Bedrooms$1,345 - $1,585

3 Bedrooms$1,595 - $1,685

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Rancho Vallecitos

Rancho Vallecitos

San Marcos, California, 92069

2 Bedrooms$1,297 - $2,375

1 Bedroom$1,066 - $1,698

3 Bedrooms$1,738 - $2,717

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Northwoods Apartments

Northwoods Apartments

San Marcos, California, 92078

1 Bedroom$945 - $1,125

2 Bedrooms$1,145 - $1,350

3 Bedrooms$1,875

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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.

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  • Autumn Park San Marcos, CA 92069

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  • Condo in Gated Community San Marcos, CA 92078

    Beautiful condominium complex located near Twin Oaks Valley Market Place and CSUSM. Newer two bedroom two bath second story condo with attached one car garage down stairs. Fully equipped kitchen has Refrigerator, built in microwave, dish washer, oven and garbage disposal. Split floor plan features computer nitch off the living area and a balcony off dining area. Master bedroom has walk in closet, bathroom has his and her sinks with an oversized tub/shower. Nice quiet community has a pool and jacuzzi area, walking trails and tot lots. Conveniently located near shopping, dinning at restaurant row, and hwy 78//sprinter system.Please call for an appointment to view or complete rental applcation.

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

    Upgraded Townhome Near CSUSM, Palomar College, Shopping area. close to all.New remodeled 2 Bedroom, 2 12 Bath Townhomes, 931sf. End unit quite with great view.Highly Upgraded Hardwood flooring in living area and tile in kitchen area. Walkin closet, Granite counter tops, Stainless steel appliances dishwasher, stoverange, refrigerator hooded microwave . WasherDryer included. Central Air Conditioning and Heating. Patios and Balconies.Community Amenities, very well maintainedSwimming Pool and SpaFitness CenterClub HouseClose to CSUSM, Palomar College, and elementary school.Near Restaurant Row, Shopping Centers, easy access to I78, I5 and I15. Very convenient location.Rent is 1350 monthly and security deposit is 1350. Water, trash included in the rent. No smokingno pets. prefer one year lease, available NOW. FREE October rental with one year lease. Please call Karen for appointment. Listing ID 1415195

  • $1066 One bedroom in San Marcos San Marcos, CA 92069

    The Sunrise floor plan ranges from 1066.00 to 1698.00 per month. Floor Plan Description Our cozy homes include custom flooring, large pantries, builtin shelves, walkin closets, linen closets wich are great for stoage. In Select apartments we have new kitchens and bathrooms with stateoftheart appliances, custom accent paint, new flooring and patios or balconies with extra storage space. 42 inch flat screen HDTV located in the living room of select units. Discover the convenience and stylish homes of Ranchos Vallecitos We are less than a mile from the 15 and 78 Freeways, and are directly across the street from grocery shopping. Restaurant Row is two miles away and a 20minute drive will take you to more than five breathtaking bea Listing ID 1421063

  • $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

  • Sage Canyon San Marcos, CA 92069
  • Grandon Village San Marcos, CA 92069
  • Casa Vallecitos San Marcos, CA 92069
  • Meadow Creek Apartments San Marcos, CA 92069
  • Windsor San Marcos, CA 92069

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