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Student Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX

1,401 Rentals
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  18. $150 Off
    Price Drop. $150 Off
    1 BED
    $1,105+
    2 BEDS
    $1,245+

    Highcrest

    1518 Old Ranch Road 12, San Marcos, TX 78666
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  42. Price Drop. $323 Off
    1 BED
    $949+
    2 BEDS
    $1,100+
    3 BEDS
    $1,249+
    4 BEDS
    $1,799+

    Centro35

    508 Labrador Blvd, San Marcos, TX 78666
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San Marcos at a Glance

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San Marcos, TX Student Apartments for Rent

Student housing apartments in San Marcos,TX give you the freedom and flexibility you need when you're searching for off-campus rentals. There's a lot to consider when choosing a student apartment, like pricing. Some student housing offers by-the-bed pricing, which allows you to rent the bedroom but share a common area, kitchen, and living room with other students. In other apartment communities, you get a standard apartment, but the community caters to students with features like dedicated study areas or a shuttle bus to campus.

One benefit of choosing off-campus student housing is having fewer rules to follow than in dorms or other types of on-campus housing. However, that freedom comes with much more responsibility. For example, students in off-campus apartments will have to pay monthly rent and utilities. The apartment community might require renters' insurance, and you might have to pay a security deposit and application fee. When renting a student apartment off-campus, you'll have to undergo a credit and background check. And while off-campus housing is sometimes less expensive, you still might need to find a roommate or two to share expenses.

While there's a lot to consider when choosing a student apartment in San Marcos, TX, it's a big step toward adulthood. When selecting your off-campus apartment, look at the available services and amenities to make sure they fit your unique needs and lifestyle.

Renting in San Marcos

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Getting Around San Marcos

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Car-Dependent

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
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Education

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San Marcos High School

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Public
Grades 9-12
2,536 Students
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Miller Middle

Public Middle School

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Grades 6-8
986 Students
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Goodnight Middle

Public Middle School

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Grades 6-8
866 Students
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Crockett Elementary School

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Public
Grades K-5
525 Students
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Hernandez Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
525 Students
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Mendez Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
496 Students
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Dezavala Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
575 Students

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