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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX

2,974 Rentals
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  1. Building Photo - The Oasis
    1 BED
    $965+
    2 BEDS
    $585+
    3 BEDS
    $480+
    4 BEDS
    $425+

    The Oasis

    1101 E River Ridge Pky, San Marcos, TX 78666
  4. Building Photo - Vintage Pads
    1 BED
    $899+
    2 BEDS
    $609+

    Vintage Pads

    1000 N Lbj Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
  5. Building Photo - Oaks35
    STUDIO
    $625

    Oaks35

    1635 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
  7. Building Photo - Lodge in San Marcos
    1 BED
    $1,350+
    2 BEDS
    $755+
    3 BEDS
    $675+
    4 BEDS
    $635+

    Lodge in San Marcos

    1975 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
  16. Building Photo - Arba San Marcos
    2 BEDS
    $870+
    3 BEDS
    $740+
    4 BEDS
    $705+

    Arba San Marcos

    1980 Aquarena Springs, San Marcos, TX 78666
  18. Building Photo - Treehouse
    1 BED
    $1,135+
    2 BEDS
    $715+

    Treehouse

    800 N L B J Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
  20. Building Photo - The Outpost
    2 BEDS
    $865+
    3 BEDS
    $790+
    4 BEDS
    $735+

    The Outpost

    1647 Post Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666
  26. Building Photo - View on the Square
    STUDIO
    $1,549+
    1 BED
    $1,679+
    2 BEDS
    $999+
    4 BEDS
    $839+

    View on the Square

    228 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666
  28. Building Photo - Westfield
    1 BED
    $999+
    2 BEDS
    $759+

    Westfield

    112 West Ave, San Marcos, TX 78666
  33. Building Photo - Hillside Ranch
    1 BED
    $1,245+
    2 BEDS
    $800+
    3 BEDS
    $850+
    4 BEDS
    $809+

    Hillside Ranch

    1350 N LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
  41. Building Photo - The 1856
    1 BED
    $803+
    2 BEDS
    $955+

    The 1856

    1703 IH-35 N, San Marcos, TX 78666
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San Marcos at a Glance

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San Marcos, TX Cheap Apartments for Rent

When looking for cheap apartments in San Marcos, Apartment Finder is your deal-hunting partner. Whether you’re looking for a studio, a one-bedroom, or a two-bedroom apartment, you want the best place at the right price. We have a great selection of budget-friendly apartments for rent, and we’ll show you which apartments offer the best value when compared to other apartments in San Marcos.

Finding a rental that fits your budget without compromising on quality can seem like a challenge, but Apartment Finder makes it easy to discover cheap apartments with all the features you want. To find an apartment you can afford, try looking in less popular neighborhoods outside of the city center. Timing is everything when searching for rentals that are affordable, so look at different times of the day, different days of the week and (if you can wait) certain months like December through March. When you find an apartment with a great price, don’t hesitate! Cheap apartments tend to go very quickly.

Affordability doens't have to equal sacrifice. While it’s important to be flexible, you might not have to give up as much as you think. You can find a cheap apartment for rent, complete with must-have amenities such as paid utilities and an in-unit washer and dryer. Click on any of these properties to see photos and floor plans, read reviews, check out the rent calculator, and learn more about the neighborhood with information on nearby parks, shopping malls, and transit stops. With 433 cheap apartments available in San Marcos Apartment Finder is the place to find your next rental.

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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.
43

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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Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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San Marcos High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
2,536 Students
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Miller Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
986 Students
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Goodnight Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
866 Students
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Crockett Elementary School

Public Elementary School

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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