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Student Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, CA

167 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - Palomar Station
    $321 Off
    Price Drop. $321 Off
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    STUDIO
    $2,394+
    1 BED
    $2,087+
    2 BEDS
    $3,198+
    3 BEDS
    $3,659+

    Palomar Station

    1257 Armorlite Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069
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  12. Building Photo - Casa Mia
    Good Value
    2 BEDS
    $2,295

    Casa Mia

    346 Pleasant Way, San Marcos, CA 92069
  16. 2 BEDS
    $2,550

    The Palms

    240-248 W San Marcos Blvd, San Marcos, CA 92069
  38. 4 BEDS, 3 BATHS
    $5,495

    138 Unity Ln

    138 Unity Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078
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San Marcos at a Glance

Average Rent

$2,328
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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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San Marcos, CA Student Apartments for Rent

Student housing apartments in San Marcos,CA give you the freedom and flexibility you need when you're searching for off-campus rentals. There's a lot to consider when choosing a student apartment, like pricing. Some student housing offers by-the-bed pricing, which allows you to rent the bedroom but share a common area, kitchen, and living room with other students. In other apartment communities, you get a standard apartment, but the community caters to students with features like dedicated study areas or a shuttle bus to campus.

One benefit of choosing off-campus student housing is having fewer rules to follow than in dorms or other types of on-campus housing. However, that freedom comes with much more responsibility. For example, students in off-campus apartments will have to pay monthly rent and utilities. The apartment community might require renters' insurance, and you might have to pay a security deposit and application fee. When renting a student apartment off-campus, you'll have to undergo a credit and background check. And while off-campus housing is sometimes less expensive, you still might need to find a roommate or two to share expenses.

While there's a lot to consider when choosing a student apartment in San Marcos, CA, it's a big step toward adulthood. When selecting your off-campus apartment, look at the available services and amenities to make sure they fit your unique needs and lifestyle.

Renting in San Marcos

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in San Marcos

(For 1 bedroom apartments)
  • Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
  • Village O 666 Sq Ft $2,463/mo

Getting Around San Marcos

Transportation

55

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
44

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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San Marcos High
out of 10 Rating
Public | Grades 9- 12 | 3,380 Students
7
Mission Hills High
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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 2,893 Students
7
San Elijo Middle
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 1,463 Students
5
Woodland Park Middle
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 1,183 Students
4
San Marcos Middle
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 931 Students
9
Paloma Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 715 Students
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Discovery Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 668 Students
7
San Elijo Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 858 Students
7
Richland Elementary
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 823 Students
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