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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA under $2000

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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA under $2000. 64 Rentals Available
  • an empty kitchen with white cabinets and a stainless steel refrigerator
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    233 W. San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
    1 BED $1,975
  • a playground with a slide in front of some apartments
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    422 Los Vallecitos, San Marcos, CA 92069
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  • a playground with a blue and red swing set
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    432 W. Mission Road -106, San Marcos, CA 92069
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  • a dining area with tables and chairs in a library
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    1820 Melrose Drive, San Marcos, CA 92078
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  • a small pink house with a porch and a deck
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    210 Lobelia Drive, Vista, CA 92083
    1 BED $1,950
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  • an open living room with a couch and a dining room table
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    439 W El Norte Parkway, Ste 102, Escondido, CA 92026
    STUDIO $1,725+
    1 BED $1,996+
  • a living room with a fireplace and a tv on the wall
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    660 North Quince Street, Escondido, CA 92025
    1 BED $1,619
  • a white building with trees and a road in front of it
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    702-716 Civic Center Drive, Vista, CA 92084
    2 BEDS $1,712+
  • an empty kitchen with black and white appliances and a sink
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    400-408 East Mission Ave., Escondido, CA 92025
    1 BED $1,895
  • a living room with a table and chairs
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    215 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
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  • a living room with two chairs and a window and a door
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    360 E. Washington Avenue, Escondido, CA 92025
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  • a kitchen and living room with a table and a glass jug
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    3402 Calle Odessa, Carlsbad, CA 92009
    2 BEDS $1,875+
  • a house with palm trees and a car parked in front of it
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    421 North Citrus Avenue, Vista, CA 92084
    STUDIO $1,210
    1 BED $1,430+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    881 Soft Wind Rd, Vista, CA 92081
    STUDIO $1,832+
  • a living room and dining room with a desk and a computer
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    760 E Bobier Dr, Vista, CA 92084
    1 BED Ask for pricing
  • 1259 E Ohio Ave 1-2 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    1259 E Ohio Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
    1 BED $1,850
    2 BEDS $750+
  • a living room with a couch and a glass coffee table
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    1280 North Citrus Ave., Vista, CA 92084
    1 BED $2,000+
  • a living room with furniture and a sliding glass door
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    1333 E GRAND AVENUE, ESCONDIDO, CA 92027
    1 BED $1,800+
  • an aerial view of an apartment complex with trees and a street
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    1501 E Grand Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027
    STUDIO $1,422+
  • a white building with a balcony and a door
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    1811 E Grand Ave, Escondido, CA 92027
    1 BED $1,575
  • a living room with furniture and a fireplace
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    2240 Bear Valley Parkway, Escondido, CA 92027
    STUDIO $1,940+
  • Living room with couch and table at Portola, Carlsbad
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    2600 Gage Drive, Carlsbad, CA 92010
    1 BED $1,696
    2 BEDS $1,881
  • a street with a house and palm trees on the side of it
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    3596 North Way, Oceanside, CA 92056
    2 BEDS $1,150
  • a living room with couches and chairs
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    480 S El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024
    STUDIO $1,649
  • a white building with a street in front of it
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    5055 Avenida Encinas Suite 100, Carlsbad, CA 92008
    STUDIO $1,400
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Getting around in San Marcos, CA

68 /100
Somewhat Walkable
50 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 68, Bike Score®: 50

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in San Marcos, CA last updated?

Prices and availability in San Marcos, CA were last updated on 11 Apr 2026.

What are the best apartments in San Marcos, CA?

The best apartments in San Marcos, CA are: Marc San Marcos, Vista Flores Apartments, Crest 850, Meadow Creek Apartments and Benchmark Apartments.

What type of rental buildings are in San Marcos, CA?

In San Marcos 36% of the housing is rented out compared to 64% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 24% of San Marcos's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 50% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 20% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in San Marcos, CA under $2,000

There’s more than one way to spend $2,000 on rent in San Marcos, CA, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $2,000 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $2,000 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in San Marcos, CA. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 25 apartments for rent below $2,000 in San Marcos, CA for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.

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