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San Marcos Apartments
Last updated March 19 2024 at 12:51 AM

San Marcos, CA
155 Apartments for Rent

San Marcos Apartment Renter's Guide

Overview


Population: 96,664
Population Density: 3,968.7 people/sq mile
Median Age: 38
Percentage of Family Households: 73%
Median Annual Income: $89,239 / year
Median Rent: $1,820 / month

What locals are saying

Greetings, one and all, and welcome to your San Marcos, California apartment hunting headquarters! Situated in north San Diego County between Escondido and Oceanside and boasting a moderate year-round climate that makes the rest of the Golden State green with envy, San Marcos is undoubtedly one of SoCal’s most attractive communities. Sound like a good fit for you? Then stick with us, ladies and gents, hombres and chicas, because an apartment with your name on it (well, an apartment that’s soon to have your name on it) is a hop, skip, jump, and click or two away …

Only one in three residents in San Marcos rents rather than owns, but that doesn’t mean apartments are difficult to come by

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San Marcos Demographics


How diverse is San Marcos?

The representation of ethnic minorities in San Marcos is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of San Marcos are White (44%), Hispanic Or Latino (38.4%), Asian (9.8%), Two Or More (5.8%), Black Or African American (1.6%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.4%), Other (0.1%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for San Marcos residents?

The median age in San Marcos is 38 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

How diverse is San Marcos?

The representation of ethnic minorities in San Marcos is higher than the national average. The eight main ethnic groups that make up the population of San Marcos are White (44%), Hispanic Or Latino (38.4%), Asian (9.8%), Two Or More (5.8%), Black Or African American (1.6%), American Indian Or Alaska Native (0.4%), Other (0.1%), and Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander (0%).

What does the age breakdown look like for San Marcos residents?

The median age in San Marcos is 38 while the most populous age group of residents is the under 20 group.

San Marcos Crime


Overall Crime

Below Average
Overall crime in San Marcos is below average in comparison to the national average.

Violent Crime

Below Average
The level of violent crime in San Marcos is below average compared to the national average violent crime rate.

Property Crime

Below Average
The level of property crime in San Marcos is below average compared to the national average property crime rate.

Top Schools in San Marcos


Elementary Schools

9 /10
Double Peak K-8
Public
K-8
Public
K-8
1,286 Students
16 Reviews
1,286
Students
16 Reviews
8 /10
Paloma Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
873 Students
5 Reviews
873
Students
5 Reviews
8 /10
Discovery Elementary School
Public
K-5
Public
K-5
574 Students
16 Reviews
574
Students
16 Reviews

Middle Schools

9 /10
Double Peak K-8
Public
K-8
Public
K-8
1,286 Students
16 Reviews
1,286
Students
16 Reviews
8 /10
San Elijo Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,838 Students
49 Reviews
1,838
Students
49 Reviews
6 /10
Woodland Park Middle School
Public
6-8
Public
6-8
1,381 Students
8 Reviews
1,381
Students
8 Reviews

High Schools

8 /10
High Tech High North County School
Charter
9-12
Charter
9-12
398 Students
9 Reviews
398
Students
9 Reviews
7 /10
San Marcos High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
3,439 Students
30 Reviews
3,439
Students
30 Reviews
6 /10
Mission Hills High School
Public
9-12
Public
9-12
2,626 Students
16 Reviews
2,626
Students
16 Reviews

What Renters Say about San Marcos


Apartment List has released the results for San Marcos from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.
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Weather
74%
Parks and Outdoor Activities
71%
Safety and Crime Rate
65%
Commute Time
64%
Jobs and Career Opportunities
60%
Quality of Schools
50%
Social Life
22%
State and Local Taxes
21%
Affordability
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Average rent in San Marcos, California

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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Marcos is $2,539, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $3,044. Rent rates updated 5 days ago
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Find an apartment for rent in San Marcos, CA


Searching for an apartment for rent in San Marcos, CA? Look no further! Apartment List will help you find a perfect apartment near you. There are 155 available rental units listed on Apartment List in San Marcos. Click on listings to see photos, floorplans, amenities, prices and availability, and much more!

The average rent in San Marcos is $2,485 for a studio, $2,539 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $3,044 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.

Tired of browsing? Take our personalized quiz. You’ll answer a couple of simple questions and we’ll put together a list of San Marcos apartments that are best for you. We’ll also factor in your commute, budget, and preferred amenities. Looking for a pet-friendly rental, or an apartment with in-unit washer and dryer? No problem, we’ll provide you with apartments that match that criteria.

You can trust Apartment List to help you find your next San Marcos, CA apartment rental! After all, everyone deserves a home they love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in San Marcos?

In San Marcos, the average rent is $2,485 for a studio, $2,539 for a 1-bedroom, $3,044 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,657 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in San Marcos, check out our monthly San Marcos Rent Report.

How can I find a cheap apartment in San Marcos?

You can find the lowest-priced apartments in San Marcos by using the cheap apartments filter.

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in San Marcos?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find San Marcos apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in San Marcos?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in San Marcos.

How can I find off-campus housing in San Marcos?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around San Marcos. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include San Diego City College, Vanguard University of Southern California, University of California-San Diego, Orange Coast College, and Chapman University.