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Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apa...
852 Avenida Ricardo, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 - 2 Beds $2,120 - $2,562
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Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community
650 Woodward St, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 - 2 Beds $2,095 - $2,250
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Woodland Village Senior Apartments
975 Woodland Pky, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 - 2 Beds $2,575 - $3,275
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No matter what's on your list of apartment must-haves, ForRent has you covered. Find an apartment in San Marcos with short-term lease options, fitness centers, and utilities included. Use our filters to find San Marcos apartments with features like in-unit laundry, balconies, garages, and pet-friendly spaces. Explore different rental types, from one to four-bedroom apartments in San Marcos to single-family homes, townhomes, and condos. Browse listings now and secure your next apartment in San Marcos, CA.
Living in San Marcos CA
Situated along the Ronald Packard Parkway just west of Escondido, San Marcos is a quiet and scenic city in the northern reaches of San Diego County. San Marcos is home to California State University San Marcos and Palomar College, both of which have a large influence over the feel of the city. Student and long-term residents alike will love the local coffee shops, restaurants, and shops just off Mission Road. The city also provides sweeping views of Palomar Mountain and the Cleveland National Forest to the east. Residents can easily travel to the Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve to hike, or to any of the surrounding cities like Carlsbad, San Diego, or Poway in minutes thanks to Interstate 15. San Marcos rentals range from Mediterranean-style apartments with lots of amenities to classic California single-family homes with terracotta roofs.
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What's the average rent in San Marcos, CA?
Rent averages in San Marcos, CA vary based on size.
- $2,307 for a 1-bedroom rental in San Marcos, CA
- $2,677 for a 2-bedroom rental in San Marcos, CA
- $3,493 for a 3-bedroom rental in San Marcos, CA
- $3,633 for a 4-bedroom rental in San Marcos, CA
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Can I find a cheap apartment in San Marcos, CA?
There are 62 cheap apartments in San Marcos, CA priced as low as $2,307
Can I find a short-term apartment in San Marcos, CA?
There are 84 short-term apartments in San Marcos, CA.
Transportation
How do people usually get around San Marcos, CA?
Residents in San Marcos, CA usually get around by car. According to Walk Score, San Marcos, CA falls within the Car Dependent range.
Education
What colleges and universities are in San Marcos, CA?
If you’re a college or university student moving to San Marcos, CA, ForRent.com can help you find a rental near CSU San Marcos, USAHS-San Marcos, CA Campus, Palomar College and others.
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