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Rancho Santa Fe Village
500 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd,
San Marcos,
CA
92078
4 Days Ago
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Highlights
- Pool
- On-Site Retail
- Property Manager on Site
About Rancho Santa Fe Village
Welcome to Rancho Santa Fe Village, an affordable housing senior community offering comfortable, modern living in the heart of San Marcos. WE DO ACCEPT SECTION 8 APPLICANTS. Our thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom apartment homes provide the convenience, value, and peace of mind you deserve. Each home is equipped with state-of-the-art living amenities, including brand-new ranges/ovens, refridgerators, dishwashers, generous closet and linen storage, and spacious bedrooms and living areas that make daily living easier and more enjoyable. Situated in one of North County San Diego’s most accessible neighborhoods, Rancho Santa Fe Village offers quick access to Highway 78, shopping, dining, grocery stores, parks, and essential services—putting everything seniors need within minutes. The community’s central location also supports easy connections to medical providers and local transit. Combining affordability, comfort, and a highly walkable San Marcos address, Rancho Santa Fe Village is the ideal choice for seniors seeking a welcoming community with modern conveniences and exceptional value.
Rancho Santa Fe Village is an apartment community located in San Diego County and the 92078 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Marcos Unified School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Pool
Fitness Center
Laundry Facilities
24 Hour Access
- Laundry Facilities
- Maintenance on site
- Property Manager on Site
- 24 Hour Access
- On-Site Retail
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Disposal Chutes
- Fitness Center
- Pool
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
- Air Conditioning
- Wheelchair Accessible (Rooms)
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Carpet
500 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd,
San Marcos,
CA
92078
Tucked between Escondido and Carlsbad in San Diego's North County, San Marcos has built a real identity around education, outdoor access, and a laid-back pace that feels distinctly Southern Californian without the coastal price tag. California State University San Marcos and Palomar College anchor the city's energy and economy, drawing students, faculty, and a steady stream of businesses that have grown up around both campuses. Neighborhoods like San Elijo Hills offer a town center with a walkable main street feel, while Discovery Hills puts residents close to lake trails and open hillsides. The University District near Cal State San Marcos has evolved into the North City corridor, with newer development giving that part of town a more polished, connected character.
The rental landscape reflects this variety, ranging from well-appointed apartment communities near campus transit stops to townhomes and garden-style residences in quieter hillside pockets.
Learn more about living in San Marcos
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 9.2 mi |
Rancho Santa Fe Village is within 6 minutes or 2.6 miles from Palomar College. It is also near USAHS and CSU San Marcos.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
868 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
46 Students
Nearby
Public High School
Grades 9-12
3,067 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
132 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
359 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
42 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in San Marcos include Palomar College, located 2.1 miles from Rancho Santa Fe Village. Rancho Santa Fe Village is near San Diego International, located 33.9 miles or 46 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Drive: | 5 min | 3.2 mi |
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Drive: | 6 min | 3.5 mi |
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.5 mi |
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Drive: | 8 min | 5.2 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 14 min | 8.6 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 10.1 mi |
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Drive: | 18 min | 10.2 mi |
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Drive: | 23 min | 15.0 mi |
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Drive: | 21 min | 15.1 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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San Diego International
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Drive: | 46 min | 33.9 mi |
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
68
/ 100
Traffic
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CalmBusinesses
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from Rancho Santa Fe Village.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 2 min | 0.1 mi | |
| Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi | |
| Walk: | 8 min | 0.4 mi |
Rancho Santa Fe Village has 3 shopping centers within 0.4 mile, which is about a 8-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Palomar College Arboretum
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Drive: | 4 min | 2.1 mi |
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Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center
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Drive: | 11 min | 7.3 mi |
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Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Center
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Drive: | 13 min | 8.1 mi |
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Rancho Guajome Adobe
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Drive: | 13 min | 8.6 mi |
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Del Dios Preserve
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Drive: | 16 min | 10.5 mi |
Rancho Santa Fe Village has 5 parks within 10.5 miles, including Palomar College Arboretum, Agua Hedionda Lagoon Discovery Center, and Batiquitos Lagoon Nature Center.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 11 min | 8.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 13 min | 9.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.9 mi |
Rancho Santa Fe Village has 3 hospitals within 10.9 miles, the nearest is Tri - City Medical Center which is 8.6 miles away and a 11 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 38 min | 24.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 41 min | 28.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 48 min | 34.4 mi |
Rancho Santa Fe Village has 3 military bases within 34.4 miles, the nearest is USMC Air Station Miramar which is 24.8 miles away and a 38 minute drive.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
500 S Rancho Santa Fe Rd
San Marcos, CA 92078