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  2. Building Photo - 823 Nordahl Rd
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,220
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,220
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,220

    823 Nordahl Rd Unit SI FL1-ID624A

    823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
  4. Building Photo - 823 Nordahl Rd
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,240
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,240
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,240

    823 Nordahl Rd Unit SI FL2-ID1102A

    823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
  5. Building Photo - 823 Nordahl Rd
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,330
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,330
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,330

    823 Nordahl Rd Unit SI FL1-ID1100A

    823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
  7. Building Photo - 823 Nordahl Rd
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,670
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,670
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,670

    823 Nordahl Rd Unit SI FL1-ID1057A

    823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
  8. Building Photo - 823 Nordahl Rd
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $4,290
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$4,290
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$4,290

    823 Nordahl Rd Unit SI FL2-ID1096A

    823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
  13. Building Photo - 823 Nordahl Rd
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,370
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,370
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,370

    823 Nordahl Rd Unit SI FL1-ID440A

    823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069
  18. Building Photo - 220 Woodland Pky
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $3,250
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$3,250
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$3,250

    220 Woodland Pky Unit 250

    220 Woodland Pky, San Marcos, CA 92069
  20. Building Photo - 561 Rush Dr
    4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,500

    561 Rush Dr

    561 Rush Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078
  21. 4 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $5,650

    911 Dale Ct

    911 Dale Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069

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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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