CollegeFind

Housing near California State University-San Marcos

Avg shared rent ~$1900/mo · 4 key neighborhoods

Loading personalized picks…

500 listings near California State University-San Marcos

148 Elora Ln, San Marcos, CA 92078

3 bed · 2.5 bath · 0.5 mi from campus · 1,459 sq ft · Single Family

$3,750/mo

~$1,250/person split 3 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

71/ 100Good Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 53Est. $4,200/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~14 min

~4 min bike · ~3 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$3,750/mo base

Student fit

71

Balanced student fit

Safety

86

Walkability

85

Per person

~$1,250/mo

If split evenly

Study74
Nightlife76
Affordability53
<1 mi to campusWalkable areaGrocery nearbyGym nearbyCoffee nearbyTransit accessRoommate-friendlyNew listing41% furnished likelihood

850 Village Dr, # 3106, San Marcos, CA 92078

1 bed · 1 bath · 0.5 mi from campus · 578 sq ft · Apartment

$2,350/mo

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

78/ 100Good Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 64Est. $2,632/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~12 min

~4 min bike · ~3 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,350/mo base

Student fit

78

Quiet study

Safety

84

Walkability

86

Per person

—

Study83
Nightlife65
Affordability64
<1 mi to campusWalkable areaGrocery nearbyGym nearbyTransit accessNew listing33% furnished likelihood

850 Village Dr, # 2302, San Marcos, CA 92078

2 bed · 2 bath · 0.5 mi from campus · 1,142 sq ft · Apartment

$3,145/mo

~$1,573/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

76/ 100Good Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 61Est. $3,522/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~15 min

~4 min bike · ~12 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$3,145/mo base

Student fit

76

Balanced student fit

Safety

75

Walkability

88

Per person

~$1,573/mo

If split evenly

Study78
Nightlife75
Affordability61
<1 mi to campusWalkable areaGrocery nearbyCoffee nearbyTransit accessNew listing24% furnished likelihood

850 Village Dr, # 2106, San Marcos, CA 92078

1 bed · 1 bath · 0.5 mi from campus · 578 sq ft · Apartment

$2,350/mo

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

76/ 100Good Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 64Est. $2,632/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~9 min

~4 min bike · ~4 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,350/mo base

Student fit

76

Balanced student fit

Safety

77

Walkability

91

Per person

—

Study74
Nightlife74
Affordability64
<1 mi to campusWalkable areaGrocery nearbyGym nearbyTransit accessNew listing82% furnished likelihood

468 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd, # 470B, San Marcos, CA 92069

2 bed · 2 bath · 1.1 mi from campus · 950 sq ft · Apartment

$2,875/mo

~$1,438/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

64/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 64Est. $3,220/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~23 min

~9 min bike · ~9 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$2,875/mo base

Student fit

64

Balanced student fit

Safety

82

Walkability

56

Per person

~$1,438/mo

If split evenly

Study72
Nightlife75
Affordability64
Near campusGrocery nearbyGym nearbyCoffee nearbyTransit accessNew listing99% furnished likelihood

468 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd, # 458A, San Marcos, CA 92069

2 bed · 2 bath · 1.1 mi from campus · 950 sq ft · Apartment

$2,875/mo

~$1,438/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

69/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 64Est. $3,220/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~22 min

~9 min bike · ~16 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$2,875/mo base

Student fit

69

Balanced student fit

Safety

75

Walkability

67

Per person

~$1,438/mo

If split evenly

Study76
Nightlife75
Affordability64
Near campusGrocery nearbyGym nearbyCoffee nearbyTransit accessNew listing80% furnished likelihood

245 Knoll Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

1 bed · 1 bath · 1.2 mi from campus · 700 sq ft · Apartment

$2,000/mo

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

69/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Good fit · 68Est. $2,240/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~28 min

~10 min bike · ~16 min transit

Rent vs campus

Below avg

$2,000/mo base

Student fit

69

Quiet study

Safety

71

Walkability

56

Per person

—

Study82
Nightlife69
Affordability68
Near campusGrocery nearbyGym nearbyTransit access0% furnished likelihood

553 Carrie Cir, San Marcos, CA 92069

4 bed · 2 bath · 1.3 mi from campus · 1,488 sq ft · Single Family

$3,800/mo

~$950/person split 4 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

59/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 52Est. $4,256/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~29 min

~10 min bike · ~13 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$3,800/mo base

Student fit

59

Social & nightlife

Safety

78

Walkability

55

Per person

~$950/mo

If split evenly

Study71
Nightlife90
Affordability52
Near campusTransit accessRoommate-friendlyNew listing68% furnished likelihood

443 Fitzpatrick Rd, Unit 102B1, San Marcos, CA 92069

3 bed · 2.5 bath · 1.3 mi from campus · 1,551 sq ft · Condo

$3,565/mo

~$1,188/person split 3 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

63/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 55Est. $3,993/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~24 min

~10 min bike · ~16 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$3,565/mo base

Student fit

63

Social & nightlife

Safety

81

Walkability

58

Per person

~$1,188/mo

If split evenly

Study77
Nightlife90
Affordability55
Near campusCoffee nearbyTransit accessRoommate-friendly65% furnished likelihood

224 Woodland Pkwy, Unit 157, San Marcos, CA 92069

1 bed · 1 bath · 1.6 mi from campus · 651 sq ft · Condo

$2,300/mo

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

63/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 64Est. $2,576/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~32 min

~13 min bike · ~12 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,300/mo base

Student fit

63

Quiet study

Safety

73

Walkability

53

Per person

—

Study73
Nightlife46
Affordability64
Near campusCoffee nearbyTransit access57% furnished likelihood

1137 Arbor Ln, San Marcos, CA 92069

2 bed · 2 bath · 1.7 mi from campus · 966 sq ft · Condo

$2,800/mo

~$1,400/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

62/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 65Est. $3,136/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~36 min

~14 min bike · ~20 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$2,800/mo base

Student fit

62

Quiet study

Safety

71

Walkability

35

Per person

~$1,400/mo

If split evenly

Study85
Nightlife73
Affordability65
Near campusGrocery nearbyGym nearbyCoffee nearbyTransit accessNew listing75% furnished likelihood

929 Mulberry Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069

4 bed · 2 bath · 2.0 mi from campus · 1,859 sq ft · Single Family

$3,895/mo

~$974/person split 4 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

58/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Budget stretch · 51Est. $4,362/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~39 min

~16 min bike · ~18 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$3,895/mo base

Student fit

58

Quiet study

Safety

71

Walkability

38

Per person

~$974/mo

If split evenly

Study84
Nightlife59
Affordability51
Coffee nearbyTransit accessRoommate-friendlyNew listing77% furnished likelihood

536 Berryhill Dr, Unit 1A, San Marcos, CA 92069

0 bed · 1 bath · 2.0 mi from campus · 400 sq ft · Apartment

$2,250/mo

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

58/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 64Est. $2,520/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~36 min

~16 min bike · ~21 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,250/mo base

Student fit

58

Balanced student fit

Safety

76

Walkability

38

Per person

—

Study72
Nightlife66
Affordability64
Transit access34% furnished likelihood

823 Nordahl Rd, San Marcos, CA 92069

2 bed · 2 bath · 2.3 mi from campus · 885 sq ft · Apartment

$2,835/mo

~$1,418/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

57/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 64Est. $3,175/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~43 min

~18 min bike · ~15 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$2,835/mo base

Student fit

57

Quiet study

Safety

64

Walkability

22

Per person

~$1,418/mo

If split evenly

Study84
Nightlife55
Affordability64
Grocery nearbyTransit access64% furnished likelihood

975 Woodland Pkwy, San Marcos, CA 92069

1 bed · 1 bath · 2.5 mi from campus · 600 sq ft · Apartment

$2,575/mo

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

53/ 100Low Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 60Est. $2,884/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~50 min

~20 min bike · ~25 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,575/mo base

Student fit

53

Balanced student fit

Safety

66

Walkability

20

Per person

—

Study79
Nightlife72
Affordability60
Gym nearbyCoffee nearbyTransit access77% furnished likelihood

3834 La Rosa Dr, Unit A, San Marcos, CA 92078

2 bed · 1 bath · 2.6 mi from campus · 1,014 sq ft · Single Family

$4,200/mo

~$2,100/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

49/ 100Low Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Budget stretch · 47Est. $4,704/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~54 min

~21 min bike · ~22 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$4,200/mo base

Student fit

49

Balanced student fit

Safety

65

Walkability

20

Per person

~$2,100/mo

If split evenly

Study79
Nightlife79
Affordability47
Grocery nearbyCoffee nearbyTransit access51% furnished likelihood

1527 Calavo Dr, Escondido, CA 92026

3 bed · 2 bath · 2.8 mi from campus · 1,838 sq ft · Single Family

$6,750/mo

~$2,250/person split 3 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

47/ 100Low Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Budget stretch · 35Est. $7,560/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~51 min

~22 min bike · ~23 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$6,750/mo base

Student fit

47

Quiet study

Safety

68

Walkability

20

Per person

~$2,250/mo

If split evenly

Study87
Nightlife60
Affordability35
Gym nearbyTransit accessRoommate-friendly97% furnished likelihood

1718 Playa Vis, San Marcos, CA 92078

4 bed · 4.5 bath · 3.3 mi from campus · 3,915 sq ft · Single Family

$6,995/mo

~$1,749/person split 4 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

46/ 100Low Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Budget stretch · 35Est. $7,834/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~66 min

~24 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$6,995/mo base

Student fit

46

Quiet study

Safety

61

Walkability

20

Per person

~$1,749/mo

If split evenly

Study82
Nightlife73
Affordability35
Grocery nearbyGym nearbyCoffee nearbyTransit accessRoommate-friendlyNew listing75% furnished likelihood

1361 W 9th Ave, Apt 405, Escondido, CA 92029

2 bed · 2 bath · 3.7 mi from campus · 865 sq ft · Apartment

$2,662/mo

~$1,331/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

53/ 100Low Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 67Est. $2,981/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~70 min

~28 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$2,662/mo base

Student fit

53

Balanced student fit

Safety

63

Walkability

20

Per person

~$1,331/mo

If split evenly

Study72
Nightlife66
Affordability67
Gym nearbyNew listing81% furnished likelihood

1361 W 9th Ave, Apt 503, Escondido, CA 92029

1 bed · 1 bath · 3.7 mi from campus · 664 sq ft · Apartment

$2,528/mo

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

56/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 60Est. $2,831/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~67 min

~27 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,528/mo base

Student fit

56

Quiet study

Safety

66

Walkability

20

Per person

—

Study88
Nightlife54
Affordability60
New listing50% furnished likelihood

1361 W 9th Ave, Apt 1403, Escondido, CA 92029

2 bed · 2 bath · 3.7 mi from campus · 871 sq ft · Apartment

$2,652/mo

~$1,326/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

51/ 100Low Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 67Est. $2,970/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~71 min

~31 min transit

Rent vs campus

Above avg

$2,652/mo base

Student fit

51

Quiet study

Safety

62

Walkability

20

Per person

~$1,326/mo

If split evenly

Study65
Nightlife55
Affordability67
Gym nearbyCoffee nearbyNew listing86% furnished likelihood

1361 W 9th Ave, Apt 102, Escondido, CA 92029

2 bed · 2 bath · 3.7 mi from campus · 871 sq ft · Apartment

$2,592/mo

~$1,296/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

56/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Good fit · 68Est. $2,903/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~74 min

~26 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,592/mo base

Student fit

56

Balanced student fit

Safety

59

Walkability

20

Per person

~$1,296/mo

If split evenly

Study81
Nightlife77
Affordability68
Grocery nearbyNew listing31% furnished likelihood

1361 W 9th Ave, # 1807, Escondido, CA 92029

2 bed · 2 bath · 3.7 mi from campus · 871 sq ft · Apartment

$2,617/mo

~$1,309/person split 2 ways

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

58/ 100Average Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 67Est. $2,931/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~71 min

~33 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,617/mo base

Student fit

58

Quiet study

Safety

66

Walkability

20

Per person

~$1,309/mo

If split evenly

Study87
Nightlife72
Affordability67
New listing46% furnished likelihood

1361 W 9th Ave, Apt 809, Escondido, CA 92029

1 bed · 1 bath · 3.7 mi from campus · 664 sq ft · Apartment

$2,508/mo

View details

Student activity

Be the first student to save this listing near California State University-San Marcos.

Student Housing Match

53/ 100Low Match

Confidence: High

Based on walkability, study environment, safety, and budget signals near campus.

Housing intelligence

Moderate stretch · 61Est. $2,809/mo (rent + utils)

Drive commute

~70 min

~32 min transit

Rent vs campus

Near avg

$2,508/mo base

Student fit

53

Quiet study

Safety

67

Walkability

20

Per person

—

Study78
Nightlife50
Affordability61
Grocery nearbyGym nearbyNew listing41% furnished likelihood
Full apartments page →University hub

Renters insurance

Protect your belongings — often required by landlords.

Get a quote →

Student banking

No-fee accounts for international students.

Compare banks →

Moving checklist

Move-in timeline tailored to your campus.

Start checklist →

Listings and compatibility scores are for planning only. Verify leases, landlords, and roommates independently. CollegeFind is not a broker or escrow service. Report suspicious posts via our support channels.