Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX
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Good Value|1 BED$1,006+2 BEDS$1,106+3 BEDS$1,350+4 BEDS$1,525+
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1 Month Free|1 BED$1,005+2 BEDS$1,265+3 BEDS$1,330+
River Oaks Villas Apartments
1900 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
1 Month Free1 BED$1,195+2 BEDS$1,577+3 BEDS$2,366+
Pyland Ranch
216 Flint Ridge Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Rent Special
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Exceptional Value|1 BED$779+2 BEDS$1,179+
Arise Riverside Ranch
1805 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
|2 BEDS$870+3 BEDS$750+4 BEDS$705+
ARBA San Marcos
1980 Aquarena Springs, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
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Exceptional Value
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Rent Special|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New4 BEDS$879Base Rent$879 - $929Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$879 - $929
The Local Downtown
210 North Edward Gary St, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Exceptional Value2 BEDS$975+3 BEDS$789+4 BEDS$810+
The Village on Telluride
201 Telluride St, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $252 Off2 BEDS$999+3 BEDS$1,099+4 BEDS$1,500+
Champions Crossing
345 Champions Blvd, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
|STUDIO$1,160+2 BEDS$790+3 BEDS$700+4 BEDS$630+
Cabana Beach San Marcos
1250 Sadler Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $280 Off|1 BED$995+2 BEDS$1,330+3 BEDS$1,445+
Savannah Club
250 S Stagecoach Trl, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,124+1 BED$1,304+2 BEDS$784+Base Rent$784 - $1,589Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$784 - $1,589
Union San Marcos
1354 Thorpe Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $415 OffTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price NewSTUDIO$1,085+2 BEDS$855+3 BEDS$785+Base Rent$785 - $2,395Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$785 - $2,395
Cheatham Street Flats
401 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Rent Special|1 BED$1,193+2 BEDS$1,400+3 BEDS$1,825+
Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk
191 Cotter Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
2 Months FreeTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$1,407+2 BEDS$1,707+3 BEDS$2,698+Base Rent$1,234 - $2,550Required Monthly Fees$173Total Monthly Price$1,407 - $2,723
Alta Center Point
502 Commercial Lp, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $349 Off|Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$1,222+2 BEDS$1,425+3 BEDS$1,593+Base Rent$1,186 - $1,834Required Monthly Fees$36Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,222 - $1,870
Sendero Trace
425 El Rio St, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
2 Months Free|1 BED$1,085+2 BEDS$1,335+3 BEDS$1,735+
Heritage at Cottonwood Creek
4530 N State Highway 123, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Good Value1 BED$686+2 BEDS$816+3 BEDS$937+4 BEDS$1,995+
Tapestry Centerpoint
4334 Transportation Way, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $202 Off1 BED$1,060+2 BEDS$1,375+
Grand at Stone Creek
490 Barnes Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $220 Off|1 BED$1,085+2 BEDS$1,499+
Casata San Marcos
2138-2139 Post Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Rent Special1 BED$1,333+2 BEDS$1,608+3 BEDS$2,198+
Strait & Nelson
2380 Staples Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $215 Off|1 BED$825+2 BEDS$1,085+
The Summit Apartments
1348 Thorpe Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Exceptional Value|1 BED$899+2 BEDS$999+3 BEDS$1,300+4 BEDS$1,650+
Reserve at San Marcos
4210 N Highway 123, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $735 Off1 BED$999+2 BEDS$1,299+3 BEDS$1,599+
The Atlantic Palazzo
1011 Wonder World Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
1 BED$1,093+2 BEDS$1,217+3 BEDS$1,422+4 BEDS$1,653+
Redwood
129 Redwood Court, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Rent Special1 BED$1,305+2 BEDS$1,650+3 BEDS$2,199+
Arden 231
231 Windsor Blvd, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $300 Off1 BED$686+2 BEDS$816+3 BEDS$937+
Tapestry at Aquarena Springs
316 Northgate Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
1 Month Free
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Price Drop. $144 OffSTUDIO$775+1 BED$820+2 BEDS$920+3 BEDS$1,575+
Aqua 16 Apartments
1640 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Exceptional Value
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Price Drop. $184 Off1 BED$988+2 BEDS$1,249+3 BEDS$1,674+
Springmarc
1350 Sadler Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Exceptional Value2 BEDS$925+3 BEDS$1,165+
Villas at Willow Springs
1506 S Interstate 35, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $300 Off
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Exceptional Value
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Exceptional ValueTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS$1,040+3 BEDS$999+Base Rent$999 - $2,997Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$999 - $2,997
The Parlor
140 W San Antonio St, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $194 OffTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$1,046+2 BEDS$1,391+Base Rent$1,011 - $1,539Required Monthly Fees$35Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,046 - $1,574
Emerson at Trace
618 El Rio St, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Good Value1 BED$905+2 BEDS$1,075+3 BEDS$1,400+
The Lantana Apartments
1041 Vervain Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Price Drop. $853 OffTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED$1,206+2 BEDS$1,499+3 BEDS$1,822+Base Rent$1,095 - $2,133Required Monthly Fees$111Utilities & EssentialsVariesTotal Monthly Price$1,206 - $2,244
Avelyn San Marcos
702 Celebration Way, San Marcos, TX 78666 -
Exceptional ValueSTUDIO$800+1 BED$935+
The Lanes at Oslo
1560 S Interstate 35, San Marcos, TX 78666
Living & Renting in San Marcos
San Marcos at a Glance
San Marcos, TX Apartments for Rent
San Marcos stretches along the San Marcos River, which maintains a constant 72-degree temperature year-round and flows from springs that have been continuously inhabited for over 10,000 years. Located on the Interstate 35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio, this city is home to Texas State University and offers natural recreation alongside college-town amenities. Those looking for apartments for rent in San Marcos will find options ranging from downtown areas near the historic courthouse square to neighborhoods surrounding the university campus and newer developments along Wonder World Drive and Ranch Road 12.
Renting in San Marcos provides access to outdoor recreation at locations like Sewell Park and Purgatory Creek Natural Area, which feature hiking trails and river access for swimming, tubing, and kayaking. The San Marcos Premium Outlets attract shoppers from across the region, while downtown offers local restaurants, bars, and boutiques within walking or biking distance of many apartment communities. With Interstate 35 running through the city, commuters can reach Austin in about 30 minutes and San Antonio in roughly 45 minutes. The presence of Texas State University contributes to a diverse dining scene, live music venues like Cheatham Street Warehouse, and cultural attractions including several museums celebrating the area's heritage.
Why San Marcos?
- The San Marcos Farmer’s Market features local Texas farmers and is open year-round
- The San Marcos Farmer’s Market features local Texas farmers and is open year-round
- Spring Lake Preserve contains San Marcos Springs and Spring Lake, considered rare ecological treasures
- Pet owners will appreciate the two-acre dog park, which includes picnic tables, benches, a water tub, and a water fountain
- The average annual temperature in San Marcos is a perfect 68 degrees, and the sun shines for 300 days a year
- Art Unhitched is a monthly event featuring local artists, live music, food, and live performances
Renting in San Marcos
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 413 Sq Ft $802 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 703 Sq Ft $1,152 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 980 Sq Ft $1,361 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,289 Sq Ft $1,600 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,590 Sq Ft $1,796 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in San Marcos
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- El Camino Real 641 Sq Ft $1,097/mo
- Uptown San Marcos 660 Sq Ft $1,259/mo
Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- San Marcos $1,281/mo
- Canyon Lake $1,148/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in San Marcos, TX
What are the average rent costs in San Marcos, TX?
The average rent in San Marcos, TX is $1,152.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in San Marcos, TX?
The average rent for a studio apartment in San Marcos, TX is $802.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX is $1,152.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX is $1,361.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX is $1,600.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX is $1,796.
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