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$4,500 / Month

635 Merit Dr

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San Marcos, CA 92078

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Beds Baths Average SF
4 Bedrooms 4 Bedrooms 4 Br 3.5 Baths 3.5 Baths 3.5 Ba 2,550 SF

About This Property

This property is available. Please inquire on this site to schedule a showing. 4 bedroom 3.5 bathroom home available 12/30/2025! Hardwood floors all downstairs with plush carpet upstairs. Open layout with living room that is connected to the kitchen. Kitchen has granite counter tops, stainless steal appliances and medium wood cabinetry. Upstairs features a loft! Primary bedroom comes with a walk in closet and en suite bathroom. Primary bedroom bathroom includes double vanity sink, bathtub, and glass walk in shower. Rooms come equipped with ceiling fans. Deposit is equal to 1 month's rent. Rent includes water, sewage and garbage. Tenant(s) assume responsibility for all other utilities. Landscaping included. Sorry no pets allowed. Available: NOW Heating: ForcedAir Cooling: Central Laundry: In Unit Parking: Attached Garage, 2 spaces Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed Security deposit: $4,500.00 Included Utilities: Water, Sewage, Garbage, Landscaping Disclaimer: Ziprent is acting as the agent for the owner. Information Deemed Reliable but not Guaranteed. All information should be independently verified by renter.

635 Merit Dr is a house located in San Diego County and the 92078 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Marcos Unified School District attendance zone.

Location
635 Merit Dr, San Marcos,
CA 92078
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City - San Marcos

San Marcos, located in North County San Diego, combines suburban living with educational opportunities. Home to California State University San Marcos and Palomar College, the city maintains a welcoming community atmosphere while serving as an educational center. The rental market includes apartments near the university district and residential communities in San Elijo Hills and Discovery Hills. Current rental trends show average prices of $2,324 for one-bedroom units and $2,707 for two-bedrooms, with slight adjustments occurring across different unit sizes in the past year.

Notable landmarks include Lake San Marcos and its hillside cross, which illuminates the evening skyline. Walnut Grove Park features the historic Williams Barn, offering a glimpse into the area's agricultural past. The developing Creek District and University District complement established areas like Twin Oaks Valley, known for its hiking trails and open spaces.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
CSU San Marcos
Drive: 4 min 1.1 mi
USAHS
Drive: 6 min 2.5 mi
Palomar College
Drive: 7 min 3.0 mi
MiraCosta College, San Elijo
Drive: 23 min 12.6 mi
635 Merit Dr is within 4 minutes or 1.1 miles from CSU San Marcos. It is also near USAHS and Palomar College.
Schools
North Coastal Consortium Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Discovery Elementary
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Attendance Zone
San Marcos Middle
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
Attendance Zone
Mission Hills High
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Applied Scholastics Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
Tormey Christian Academy
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
The Country School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in San Marcos include Cal State San Marcos, located 1.6 miles from 635 Merit Dr. 635 Merit Dr is near San Diego International, located 35.6 miles or 47 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Cal State San Marcos
Drive: 4 min 1.6 mi
San Marcos Civic Center
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
Palomar College
Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
Nordahl Road
Drive: 7 min 4.1 mi
Buena Creek
Drive: 10 min 6.0 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Carlsbad Poinsettia
Drive: 22 min 11.8 mi
Encinitas
Drive: 23 min 12.2 mi
Carlsbad Village
Drive: 23 min 16.0 mi
Solana Beach
Drive: 29 min 17.1 mi
Oceanside Transit Center
Drive: 25 min 17.7 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
San Diego International
 Drive: 47 min 35.6 mi

Walkability Near 635 Merit Dr San Marcos, CA 92078

Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 635 Merit Dr.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Campus Marketplace
Walk: 15 min 0.8 mi
Creekside Marketplace
Drive: 6 min 2.1 mi
San Marcos Pavilion
Drive: 6 min 2.6 mi
635 Merit Dr has 3 shopping centers within 2.6 miles, which is about a 6-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Palomar College Arboretum
 Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Del Dios Preserve
 Drive: 15 min 8.2 mi
Felicita County Park
 Drive: 15 min 8.6 mi
Kit Carson Park
 Drive: 17 min 11.0 mi
Santa Margarita Preserve
 Drive: 17 min 11.0 mi
635 Merit Dr has 5 parks within 11.0 miles, including Palomar College Arboretum, Del Dios Preserve, and Felicita County Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Palomar Health Downtown Campus
Drive: 12 min 7.3 mi
Tri - City Medical Center
Drive: 15 min 11.2 mi
Scripps Memorial Hospital - Encinitas
Drive: 23 min 13.0 mi
635 Merit Dr has 3 hospitals within 13.0 miles, the nearest is Palomar Health Downtown Campus which is 7.3 miles away and a 12 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
USMC Air Station Miramar
Drive: 36 min 22.6 mi
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton
Drive: 45 min 31.4 mi
635 Merit Dr is 22.6 miles from USMC Air Station Miramar, and is convenient to other military bases, including Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton.

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