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    3 BEDS
    $799
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$789
    Required Monthly Fees$10
    Total Monthly Price$799

    The Village on Telluride

    201 Telluride St, San Marcos, TX 78666
    (737) 373-4675
  9. 3 BEDS
    $785
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$785 - $805
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$785 - $805

    Cheatham Street Flats

    401 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666
    (737) 373-3524
  26. Building Photo - The Outpost
    Exceptional Value
    2 BEDS
    $399+
    3 BEDS
    $399+
    4 BEDS
    $399+

    The Outpost

    1647 Post Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666
  30. Building Photo - 312 Callado Cir
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $645
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$645
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$645

    312 Callado Cir

    312 Callado Cir, San Marcos, TX 78666
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  31. Building Photo - 512 Lockhart St
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $775
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$775 - $795
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$775 - $795

    512 Lockhart St

    512 Lockhart St, San Marcos, TX 78666
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  32. 4 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$700

    1306 Sunflower Ln

    1306 Sunflower Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666
  33. 4 BEDS, 4 BATHS
    $749
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$749
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$749

    195 Parkers Pond Path

    195 Parkers Pond Path, San Marcos, TX 78666
  40. Building Photo - Oaks35
    STUDIO
    $690

    Oaks35

    1635 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
  41. 2 BEDS
    $800+
    5 BEDS
    $799+
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$799 - $830
    Utilities & EssentialsVaries
    Total Monthly Price$799 - $830

    Hillside Ranch

    1350 N LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
  42. 3 BEDS
    $689+
    4 BEDS
    $599+

    ONE09 West

    109 West Ave, San Marcos, TX 78666
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Living & Renting in San Marcos

San Marcos at a Glance

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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

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Education

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San Marcos High School

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Grades 9-12
2,536 Students
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Miller Middle

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Grades 6-8
986 Students
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Miller Middle School

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Public
Grades 6-8
986 Students
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Goodnight Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
866 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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Rodriguez Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
498 Students
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Mendez Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
496 Students

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