What is the average rent for a 1-bedroom in San Marcos, CA?

The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Marcos, CA is $2,421. In general, rentals in central or high-demand neighborhoods cost more than those farther from downtown.

How big is a typical 1-bedroom in San Marcos, CA?

The average size of a 1-bedroom apartment in San Marcos, CA is 698 square feet, though layouts vary by building and location.

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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Marcos CA

258 Rentals Available

222 North City

222 N City Dr, San Marcos, CA 92096
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1 Bed

$2,834+

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Base Rent:

1 Bed

$2,825+

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Prominence Apartments

601 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
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1 Bed

$2,350+

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Palomar Station

1257 Armorlite Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
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1 Bed

$2,572+

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1 Bed

$2,556+

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WINDSOR MANOR I

250 Knoll Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
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$2,000

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Coastal Living at San Marcos 55+ Community

768 Woodward St, San Marcos, CA 92069
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1 Bed

$2,400+

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Millcreek Apartments

2130 S Santa Fe Ave, Vista, CA 92084
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$2,107+

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Base Rent:

1 Bed

$2,095+

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Mariposa

221 Smilax Rd, Vista, CA 92083
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1 Bed

$2,059+

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Sycamore Ridge Apartments

820 Sycamore Ave, Vista, CA 92081
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$1,925+

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Overture San Marcos 55+ Senior Housing Apartment Homes

852 Avenida Ricardo, San Marcos, CA 92069
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1 Bed

$2,030+

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1 Bed

$2,024+
Barham Villas

570 E Barham Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
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1 Bed

$2,544+
Elan Northwoods

420 Smilax Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
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1 Bed

$2,145
Tuscany Hills Apartments

715 Ash Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069
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1 Bed

$2,315+
Hadley Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community

1045 Morning View Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
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Hendrix Apartments - A 55+ Lifestyle Community

439 W El Norte Pky, Escondido, CA 92026
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Reidy Creek

1350 Morning View Dr, Escondido, CA 92026
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1 Bed

$2,115
Woodland Village Senior Apartments

975 Woodland Pky, San Marcos, CA 92069

1 Bed

$2,575+
Royal Oaks 55+ Senior Apartment Community

650 Woodward St, San Marcos, CA 92069

1 Bed

$2,111+
Meadow Creek Apartments

3474 Descanso Ave, San Marcos, CA 92078

1 Bed

$2,115+
eaves San Marcos

823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

1 Bed

$2,385
Madera Ridge

1051 W El Norte Pky, Escondido, CA 92026

1 Bed

$2,266+

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Base Rent:

1 Bed

$2,259+
Lincoln Heights

601 W Lincoln Ave, Escondido, CA 92026

1 Bed

$1,895+
Elan Riverwalk

1332-1332 Morning View Dr, Escondido, CA 92026

1 Bed

$2,025+
Linda Vista Village

965 W Lincoln Ave, Escondido, CA 92026

1 Bed

$1,995+
Crosscreek

345 W El Norte Pky, Escondido, CA 92026

1 Bed

$2,200
Reidy Creek II

1350 Morning View Dr, Escondido, CA 92026

1 Bed

$1,975+
Summer Creek Apartments

640 W Lincoln Ave, Escondido, CA 92026

1 Bed

$1,665
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 947 sq ft

$3,914

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2 Beds, 2 Baths, 947 sq ft

$3,905

Unit 0325 at 222 North City

222 N City Dr, San Marcos, CA 92096
1 Bed

$2,000

Windsor Manor Apartments

245 Knoll Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 Bed

$2,000

WINDSOR MANOR III

535 Autumn Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 Bed

$2,100

Benchmark Apartments

353 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 Bed

$2,225

Shadowridge Village Apartments

885 Brooktree Ln, Vista, CA 92081
1 Bed

$2,300

Condo for Rent

224 Woodland Pkwy, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 625 sq ft

$2,350

Unit 631-115 at Prominence Apartments

601 S Twin Oaks Valley Rd, San Marcos, CA 92078
1 Bed

$3,330

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823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 Bed

$3,330

Apartment for Rent

823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 Bed

$2,650

House for Rent

6120 Paseo Valiente, Carlsbad, CA 92009
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 651 sq ft

$3,500

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220 Woodland Pky Unit 250

220 Woodland Pky Unit 250, San Marcos, CA 92069
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 696 sq ft

$2,650

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12 Month Lease

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6981 Ballena Way Unit 14

6981 Ballena Way Unit 14, Carlsbad, CA 92009
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 720 sq ft

$2,650

941 La Fiesta Way

941 La Fiesta Way, San Marcos, CA 92078
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 700 sq ft

$2,000

Unit 250-054 at WINDSOR MANOR I

250 Knoll Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

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1 Bedroom San Marcos, CA Apartments for Rent

San Marcos, CA offers over 258 one-bedroom apartments, giving you plenty of options to find a home that fits your lifestyle. Easily browse verified listings, compare prices, check availability, and explore photos and floor plans to visualize your new space. Renting a one-bedroom apartment provides privacy, independence, and the freedom to design a home that reflects your personality—whether you’re setting the thermostat to your preference, arranging furniture, or stocking your pantry just the way you like. Start your search today and discover a one-bedroom apartment in San Marcos that’s entirely yours.

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San Marcos, CA Rental Insights

: The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in San Marcos, CA is $2,421. In general, rentals in central or high-demand neighborhoods cost more than those farther from downtown.
: The average size of a 1-bedroom apartment in San Marcos, CA is 698 square feet, though layouts vary by building and location.

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