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The Monarch
1249 N Lbj DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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La Vista Retirement Community
1615 Redwood RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Lantana Apartments
1041 Vervain RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Campus Edge Apartments
1204 N L B J DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Stone Brook Seniors Active Adult Living
300 Stagecoach TrlSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Mariposa Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes
2600 Hunter RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Aqua 16
1640 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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1360 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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El Monty Apartments
1623 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Clarewood Apartments
1400 Clarewood DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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San Marcos, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap San Marcos Studio Apartments | $1,238 | $1,065 | $1,507 |
| Cheap San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $695 | $2,142 |
| Cheap San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,390 | $650 | $3,772 |
| Cheap San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $675 | $3,000 |
| Cheap San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $399 | $2,903 |
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San Marcos, TX Local Guide
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Marcos, TX
Pricing Updated: 09/19/2025Current apartment rentals in the San Marcos, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Marcos Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Blanco River Village | $1,249 | $635 | 176 |
| Downtown San Marcos | $1,375 | $399 | 446 |
| Uptown San Marcos | $1,500 | $645 | 168 |
Cheapest Available San Marcos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in San Marcos, TX is a 5 Beds unit found at The Avenue at San Marcos Apartments in the Blanco River Village neighborhood priced from $675. Oaks35 in the Blanco River Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marcos apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Avenue at San Marcos Apartments | 5x5.5 Townhome | 5BR,5BA | $675 |
| Oaks35 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| La Vista Retirement Community | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Chestnut Place Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Lantana Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| The Campus Edge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Mariposa Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes | San Miguel | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Thompson | 4 Bedroom Flat | 4BR,4BA | $799 |
| Stone Brook Seniors Active Adult Living | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The 1856 | 1 bdrm 1 bth | 1BR,1BA | $803 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX
As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marcos area is the $0.45 price per square foot 3Bed/4Bath Model at Lodges at Parker's Pond in the in the Outer Comal neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value San Marcos apartment is the By The Bed - Renovated Floor Plan Model at Leah Avenue Student Townhomes starting at $499 with a $0.33 price per square foot in the Outer Comal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Lodges at Parker's Pond | 3Bed/4Bath | 3BR,4BA | $0.45 |
| Leah Avenue Student Townhomes | By The Bed - Renovated Floor Plan | 4BR,4BA | $0.33 |
| The Village on Telluride | 2BR/2.5BA Renovated | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.70 |
| Cottages at San Marcos | C2 Cottage | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
| Redwood | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| ONE09 West | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Florencia Villa | Residential | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 200 Uhland Rd, Unit 3 | 200 Uhland Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Arba San Marcos | Keystone | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Villagio - New | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
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San Marcos Overview
Firmly located midway between San Antonio and Austin, apartments in San Marcos are a great way to get to know central Texas. From lauded school systems to plenty of world-class retail shopping, this family and higher education-driven township is big on heart.
Why live in San Marcos, TX?
With numerous employers making the area home, San Marcos apartments yield a winning combination of work and family life. The famed Premium Outlets are just a quick car ride away, and summertime outdoor fun such as tubing and wading in the river only add to the appeal. With a downtown scene thrush with nightlife and dining options and the local university injecting a healthy dose of consistent youthful energy, this is one Texas hot spot worth raving over. Consistently named one of the nation's 'best places to raise your kids', San Marcos is a family-friendly destination with high marks to spare.
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around San Marcos, TX
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Marcos Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in San Marcos?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in San Marcos is under $803.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Marcos?
The cheapest apartment in San Marcos is La Vista Retirement Community which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in San Marcos costs $1,374.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in San Marcos?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 416 regular apartments in San Marcos that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in San Marcos?
Cheap apartments in San Marcos have an average cost of $759 which is $615 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Marcos.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.