
Administrative Building, 1200
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm
Closed weekends and University holidays
2025 Holiday Observances
Mailing Address
California State University San Marcos
Dean of Students Office, ADM 1200
333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road
San Marcos, CA 92096

Off-Campus Housing
Looking for a place to live Off-Campus?
CSUSM offers modern, all-inclusive apartment and suite-style on-campus housing which allows you to concentrate on your studies while forging meaningful connections with fellow students.
The following resources are for those looking for alternative housing or those listing/offering housing options.
International Students are encouraged to visit The Office of Global Education website for housing options.
International Students who will be studying English Language should visit the American Language and Culture Institute (ALCI) website for options.
Housing and Roommate Listings
- Roommate Finder*
- Local Apartments (this downloads as an excel sheet)*
- apartments.com (this will help you filter the search to find exactly what you are looking for locally)
- Informal Facebook Group created by students for listing items for sale, housing, and roommates. CSUSM does not monitor or endorse the listings.
- Looking for a roommate form to list interest in our email newsletter going to current CSUSM Students also looking for roommates. If you would like to be added to the newsletter listserv please fill out this form to add your email.
* These are hosted by a third-party. Please make sure to read the terms & conditions and thoroughly check a listing for accuracy, and ensure the apartment is truly available and the landlord has been verified. Use caution when sending large deposits through Zelle, Venmo, etc., that cannot be refunded if fraud exists.
For any specific questions or concerns please contact: offcampushousing@csusm.edu
Housing Assistance and Alternatives
Disclaimer: The Off-Campus Housing Service is provided by California State University San Marcos Dean of Students Office as a resource for our students, staff, faculty and community. The University has not inspected, approved, or disapproved of the facilities listed; and therefore cannot be responsible for the listings. Rental Listings CANNOT be restricted due to age, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, or families with children. CSUSM reserves the right to deny listing services as deemed necessary.