Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lake San Marcos
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2 BEDS$2,850+3 BEDS$3,550+ -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$2,9001019 La Ventana Ct
1019 La Ventana Ct, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,3001930 Fairway Cir Dr
1930 Fairway Cir Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,350
1858 Fairway Cir Dr
1858 Fairway Cir Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,350
1858 Fairway Cir Dr
1858 Fairway Cir Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$3,450
2623 Rawhide Ln
2623 Rawhide Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
2 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$3,550
2130 Silverado St
2130 Silverado St, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,600
1622 Camino Rociar
1622 Camino Rociar, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,6001880 Fairway Cir Dr Unit 1880
1880 Fairway Cir Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
3 BEDS, 3.5 BATHS$3,750Stunning Modern End Unit Tri Level Condo i...
2078 Silverado St, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$3,800
1608 Via Ocioso Unit 1608
1608 Via Ocioso, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS$3,800
Beautiful Lake San Marcos Home - Offered b...
1645 Waterlily Way, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$4,500
1064 La Reina Dr
1064 La Reina Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS$4,995
***Completely Remodeled 3 bed+ Bonus Room,...
1304 San Pablo Ct, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$5,0001443 La Linda Dr
1443 La Linda Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078 -
4 BEDS, 3 BATHS$6,9501642 Via La Plaza
1642 Via La Plaza, San Marcos, CA 92078
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Lake San Marcos Neighborhood in San Marcos, CA
When looking for cheap apartments in Lake San Marcos, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in Lake San Marcos.
Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.
Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 16 cheap apartments available in Lake San Marcos, Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.
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