The Monarch Apartments in San Marcos, TX

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The office Hours for The Monarch are: Monday By Appointment,Tuesday By Appointment,Wednesday By Appointment,Thursday By Appointment,Friday By Appointment,Saturday Closed,Sunday Closed,

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The Monarch

1249 N Lbj Dr
San Marcos, TX 78666
(737) 265-5627

1–2 Bedrooms
$850-$1,225 Pricing
525–744 Square Feet

About The Monarch

Call Monarch Apartments your new HOME in San Marcos!!!

The Monarch is located in the San Marcos Neighborhood and 78666 Zip code of San Marcos, TX. This community is professionally managed by SMTX Apartments, LLC

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Office Hours

Monday	By Appointment
Tuesday	By Appointment
Wednesday	By Appointment
Thursday	By Appointment
Friday	By Appointment
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Monarch offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $850 and having 525–744 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

1 Bedrooms
2 Bedrooms

1 Bedroom
Floorplan 1-1
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 525 sq ft
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
$850 Call for Availability 1-1 525 sq ft
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Cable Ready
Ceiling Fans
Heating
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Tub/Shower
Washer/Dryer
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Granite Countertops
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Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
$850
Apartment Model: 1-1$8501 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 525 sq ftUnavailable
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Floorplan 2-1
$1,125
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 696 sq ft
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
$1,125 Available Now 2-1 696 sq ft
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Features
Air Conditioning
Cable Ready
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Storage Space
Tub/Shower
Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Kitchen
Oven
Range
Refrigerator
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$1,125
Floorplan 2-2
$1,225
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 744 sq ft
Available Now
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Price Availability Date Unit Sq Ft
$1,225 Available Now 2-2 744 sq ft
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Air Conditioning
Cable Ready
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Storage Space
Tub/Shower
Washer/Dryer
Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Kitchen
Oven
Range
Refrigerator
Model Rent and Fees
Model Price
$1,225
Apartment Model: 2-2$1,2252 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 744 sq ftAvailable Now
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Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
$850	Call for Availability	1-1	525 sq ft

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
$1,125	Available Now	2-1	696 sq ft

Price	Availability Date	Unit	Sq Ft
$1,225	Available Now	2-2	744 sq ft

Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

24 Units
2 Stories
Built in 1974

Lease Terms

6 - 13 mo

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Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

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Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application: Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00
Due at Move-In: Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$100.00

Utilities

Pest Controli$12.00/mo

Cablei$45.00/mo

Valet Trashi$20.00/mo

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

Cat: Pet DepositiMax of 3. Charged per Pet.$150.00; One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 3. Charged Per Pet.$200.00; Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 3. Charged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
Dog: Pet DepositiMax of 3. Charged per Pet.$150.00; One-Time Pet FeeiMax of 3. Charged Per Pet.$200.00; Monthly Pet FeeiMax of 3. Charged Per Pet.$25.00/mo

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Storage Fees

Storage Unit: Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item.$0.00; Storage RentiCharged per rentable item.$0.00/mo

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

Pay By App Washer & Dryers On Both Floor

On-Site Services

Recycling
Renters Insurance Program
Laundry Facilities

Community Features

Walk Up

Outdoor Features

Grill
Courtyard
Picnic Area

Interior Features

Storage Space
Ceiling Fans
Heating
Tub/Shower
Cable Ready
Washer/Dryer
Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

Oven
Range
Refrigerator
Kitchen
Granite Countertops

Living Area Features

Walk In Closets
Vinyl Flooring
Double Pane Windows
Built In Bookshelves
Dining Room
Window Coverings

Student Features

Walk To Campus

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Getting Around

40 / 100 Fairly walkable
Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance
0 / 100 Minimal public transit
Few or no transit options
60 / 100 Moderately bikeable
Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation
90 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly
Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

70 / 100 Restaurants
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes
60 / 100 Cafes
Variety of cafés within a few minutes
70 / 100 Nightlife
Several bars within a few minutes
50 / 100 Shopping
Several shops within walking distance
100 / 100 Noise Level
Virtually no sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Monarch

Where is The Monarch located?

The Monarch is located at 1249 N Lbj Dr near the San Marcos area of San Marcos, TX

What is the current rent range at The Monarch?

1 Bedroom to 2 Bedroom Apartments at The Monarch currently range from $850 to $1,225

When is the leasing office open?

The office Hours for The Monarch are
Monday By Appointment
Tuesday By Appointment
Wednesday By Appointment
Thursday By Appointment
Friday By Appointment
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

Affordability Nice Value3.2
The The Monarch Apartments are 25.85% cheaper than the average apartment in the San Marcos area.
Rent Comparison to the San Marcos Neighborhood
Floorplan Lowest Price Here Neighborhood Avg Rent Nbhd Avg Rent Cost Difference %
2 Bedroom $1,125 $1,398 -$273 -19.5%
1 Bedroom $850 $1,254 -$404 -32.2%
Methodology: On 08/19/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 275 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Monarch (San Marcos) using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.
Rent Pricing Data as of 08/19/2026

Floorplan	Lowest Price Here	Neighborhood Avg Rent	Nbhd Avg Rent	Cost Difference	%
2 Bedroom	$1,125	$1,398	-$273	-19.5%
1 Bedroom	$850	$1,254	-$404	-32.2%

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Renters Reviews and Ratings

2.5

2 Renters Reviews

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Quiet living close to campus

January 22, 2026 - Review from Apartments.com

Life at the Monarch is surprisingly peaceful, being so close to campus. With the hustle and bustle of students getting to class or people getting to work, The monarch seems to have a bubble of peace over it. With their monthly pest checks and quick replies to maintenance requests, nothing is left to the unexpected. What they lack in amenities, they more than make up for with storage. The Manager, Ashely, is very quick to respond to any concern. I would say she has solved any problem I've had, ...

but honestly, she stays on top of things so much I haven’t had to complain since I moved in. Truly a peaceful community, sitting so close to chaos. The Monarch had proven to be an oasis, letting the outside world melt away, leaving only peaceful nights.

Cockroach infested!!!

August 1, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com

Absolutely unlivable conditions!! Do not waste your money on the application fee. There are cockroachs in the walls! Move here if you want to be killing hundreds small cockroaches a day!!! There we're cockroaches in the refrigerator and oven on move in day!!! Jackie is absolutely incompetent and you will have to call her constantly or show up at the office to get any info from her.

Nearby Schools

Crockett Elementary School

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District

1300 Girard Street

Public School - Grades K-5 (525 Students)

In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.2 miles away

San Marcos High School

San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District

2601 Rattler Road

Public School - Grades 9-12 (2371 Students)

In Attendance Zone10 minute drive / 5.1 miles away

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Monarch.

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

639 E Hopkins St

4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away

Lowe's

2211 IH 35 S

6 minute drive / 3.17 miles away

Target

700 Barnes Dr

8 minute drive / 3.91 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Texas State University, San Marcos

601 University Dr

3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away

Groceries

Heb

200 W Hopkins St

3 minute drive / 1.22 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Wonder World

1000 Prospect Street

4 minute drive / 1.5 miles away

The Monarch has 1 park within 1.5 miles, including Wonder World.

The Monarch has 5 shopping centers within 1.2 miles.

Rental Price Ranges in the Area

Bedroom	Average Rent	Cheapest Rent	Highest Rent
San Marcos Studio Apartments	$1,482	$775	$2,502
San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments	$1,254	$686	$3,101
San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments	$1,398	$620	$4,500
San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments	$1,600	$679	$5,806
San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments	$1,322	$499	$6,925
2 Bedroom Homes	$1,454	$775	$2,600
3 Bedroom Homes	$1,820	$675	$3,200
4 Bedroom Homes	$2,123	$700	$3,500
5 Bedroom Homes	$2,529	$2,195	$3,000
6 Bedroom Homes	$1,550	$1,550	$1,550
7 Bedroom Homes	$4,750	$4,750	$4,750

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The Monarch

About The Monarch

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

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1 Bedroom

Floorplan 1-1

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Availability Details

Model Amenities and Features

Features

Kitchen

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price

2 Bedrooms

Floorplan 2-1

$1,125

Availability Details

Model Amenities and Features

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Kitchen

Model Rent and Fees

Model Price

Floorplan 2-2

$1,225

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Availability Details

Model Amenities and Features

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Model Rent and Fees

Model Price

Property Map

Property Map

Schedule a Tour

Property Information

Lease Terms

Fees and Policies

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Utilities

Other Fees and Policies

Pet Fees

Storage Fees

Parking Info and Fees

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

On-Site Services

Community Features

Outdoor Features

Interior Features

Kitchen Amenities

Living Area Features

Student Features

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Getting Around

40 / 100 Fairly walkable

0 / 100 Minimal public transit

60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

90 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

Getting to Know the Area

70 / 100 Restaurants

60 / 100 Cafes

70 / 100 Nightlife

50 / 100 Shopping

100 / 100 Noise Level

Frequently Asked Questions about The Monarch

Where is The Monarch located?

What is the current rent range at The Monarch?

When is the leasing office open?

Are pets allowed?

Lifestyle Ratings

Affordability Nice Value3.2