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Four Bedroom Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA

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  1. Building Photo - 222 North City
    2 Months Free
    2 Months Free
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    4 BEDS
    $7,485
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,475
    Required Monthly Fees$10
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$7,485

    222 North City

    222 N City Dr, San Marcos, CA 92096
    (760) 539-3162
  2. Building Photo - 1499 La Linda Dr
    4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $7,900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$7,900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$7,900

    1499 La Linda Dr

    1499 La Linda Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
  6. Building Photo - 477 Prosperity Dr
    4 BEDS, 4 BATHS
    $4,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,200

    477 Prosperity Dr

    477 Prosperity Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
  7. Building Photo - 598 Tam O Shanter Dr
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $5,500
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$5,500
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$5,500

    598 Tam O Shanter Dr

    598 Tam O Shanter Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
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  8. Building Photo - 911 Dale Ct
    4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $5,650

    911 Dale Ct

    911 Dale Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069
  9. Building Photo - 561 Rush Dr
    4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,500

    561 Rush Dr

    561 Rush Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
  23. 5 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,500

    686 Jay Ct

    686 Jay Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069

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$2,489
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San Marcos, CA Apartments for Rent

San Marcos is home to California State University San Marcos and Palomar College, making it an educational hub in North County San Diego with a population of over 94,000. If you're searching for apartments for rent in San Marcos, you'll discover everything from apartment communities near the university district to residential options in San Elijo Hills and Discovery Hills, with studios averaging around $2,498 per month and two-bedroom units averaging $2,855.

Renting in San Marcos means you'll enjoy both outdoor adventures and city conveniences, with Lake San Marcos, Walnut Grove Park, and miles of hiking and biking trails throughout Twin Oaks Valley just minutes away. Restaurant Row along San Marcos Boulevard puts dining and shopping within walking distance, while the weekly farmers market brings fresh local produce and artisan goods right to your neighborhood. Getting around is easy with the Sprinter light rail running along Highway 78 (with six local stations), plus quick access to I-15 and I-5 for trips throughout San Diego County. The Creek District and University District keep growing too, bringing new retail and dining spots to complement established neighborhoods.

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High Tech High North County School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
409 Students
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San Marcos High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
3,067 Students
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San Marcos High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
3,067 Students
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Mission Hills High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,751 Students
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Mission Hills High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,751 Students
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High Tech Middle North County School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
341 Students
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San Elijo Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,395 Students
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San Elijo Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,395 Students
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Woodland Park Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
1,184 Students
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Paloma Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
758 Students
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Paloma Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
758 Students
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Discovery Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
717 Students
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Discovery Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
717 Students

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