Comfort meets contemporary in every apartment, from one- and two-bedroom homes with vaulted ceilings, gas kitchens, and private balconies, to three-bedroom homes with landscaped backyards. Enjoy a sparkling pool, relaxing spas, picnic areas with BBQ stations, and pet-friendly living. Nestled near Highway 78, Elan Northwoods in San Marcos, CA, puts attractions and cultural experiences within easy reach. Every detail is designed to create a true sense of home.
Apartment for rent
$2,561/moFees may apply
420 Smilax Rd, APT 107, San Marcos, CA 92078
2beds
896sqft
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Apartment
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Cats, dogs OK
Central
What's special
Sparkling poolPrivate balconiesGas kitchensRelaxing spasLandscaped backyardsVaulted ceilings
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Storage
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 896 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony, Barbecue, Lighting, Pet Friendly, Playground, Professional & Responsive Management, Spacious 1 & 2 Bedroom Floor Plans, Sports Court, Storage, White Cabinets with Upgraded Counters
- Pool features: Pool
Lot
- Features: Private
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s), Storage
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Condition
- Year built: 1986
- Major remodel year: 2008
Building
Details
- Building name: Elan Northwoods
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Playground, Pool
HOA
- Amenities included: Dog Park
Location
- Region: San Marcos
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 6 Months
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,561+4.7%$3/sqft |
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| 7/27/2026 | Listing removed | $2,445$3/sqft |
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| 7/19/2026 | Price change | $2,445-4.5%$3/sqft |
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| 7/4/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,561$3/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 92078
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Joli Ann Leichtag Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10San Marcos Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10San Marcos High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
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