Affordable Housing in San Marcos, California

San Marcos, California has 23 affordable housing communities in our directory — 1 open now, 4 accepting waitlist applications. These are income-restricted rentals (typically 30%–60% of Area Median Income (AMI)), ranging from studio to 4-bedroom homes, from 4 developers and property managers. Listings are kept current from public records and the property managers themselves.

1
Open Now
4
Waitlists Open
1
Coming Soon
23
Total Communities

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2026 HUD income limits — San Diego County

AMI %1p2p3p4p5p6p
30%$23,450$26,800$30,150$33,500$36,180$38,860
50%$39,095$44,680$50,265$55,850$60,318$64,786
60%$46,914$53,616$60,318$67,020$72,382$77,743
80%$62,580$71,520$80,460$89,400$96,552$103,704
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The Knolls (san Marcos)
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
The Knolls (san Marcos)
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call · 4BR Call
Parkview Apts (san Marcos)
Closed
FamilyVouchers OK
Parkview Apts (san Marcos)
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 30% · 50% · 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call
Villa Serena
Coming Soon
FamilyVouchers OK
Villa Serena
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
Copper Creek Apts 4 Percent
Open
FamilyVouchers OK
Copper Creek Apts 4 Percent
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Villa Serena Phase 2
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
Terra Cotta Apts
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Terra Cotta Apts
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Copper Creek Apts 9 Percent
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Copper Creek Apts 9 Percent
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Westlake Village Apts Phase II
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Westlake Village Apts Phase II
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Grandon Village Apts
Status Unverified
SeniorVouchers OK
Grandon Village Apts
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Las Flores Village
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Rancho Santa Fe Village
Status Unverified
SeniorVouchers OK
Rancho Santa Fe Village
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call
Melrose Villas
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Melrose Villas
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Sage Canyon Apts
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Sage Canyon Apts
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Sierra Vista Apts
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Sierra Vista Apts
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 50% · 60% AMI
Rents: Studio Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Alora
formerly Mariposa Apts
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Ventaliso Apts
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
Fitzpatrick Townhomes
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call
West Mission Corridor Revitalization Project
Status Unverified
FamilyVouchers OK
West Mission Corridor Revitalization Project
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Westlake Village Apts Phase 1
Status Unverified
TransitionalVouchers OK
Westlake Village Apts Phase 1
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Sierra Vista
Waitlist
FamilyVouchers OK
Sierra Vista
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
Paseo del Oro
Waitlist
FamilyVouchers OK
Paseo del Oro
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
Autumn Terrace
Waitlist
FamilyVouchers OK
Autumn Terrace
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call
Villa Serena Apts
Waitlist
FamilyVouchers OK
Villa Serena Apts
📍 San Marcos, San Diego County
AMI: 60% AMI
Rents: 1BR Call · 2BR Call · 3BR Call

Frequently asked questions

How many affordable housing options are there in San Marcos?

Our directory tracks 23 affordable housing communities in San Marcos, California — 1 open now and 4 with open waitlists. The list is updated continuously from public LIHTC/TCAC records and the property managers.

What income do I need to qualify for affordable housing in San Marcos?

Most units in San Marcos are reserved for households earning 30%–60% of Area Median Income (AMI), which varies by household size and county. Use our free eligibility calculator to see exactly which income tiers you qualify for.

Do affordable apartments in San Marcos accept Section 8 or Housing Choice Vouchers?

23 of the 23 communities in San Marcos indicate they accept Housing Choice Vouchers. Voucher policy can change, so confirm directly with each property.

How do I apply for affordable housing in San Marcos?

Browse the listings below, check your eligibility with our calculator, then apply directly with each property. Create a free account to track your applications and get matched to new listings automatically.