Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX from $500 with Washer/Dryer (55 Rentals)

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The Monarch
$850 - $1,225
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$773 - $1,148
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$850 - $1,225
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The Monarch

1249 N Lbj DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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200 Uhland Rd, Unit 4
$900
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$900
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$900
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200 Uhland Rd, Unit 4

200 Uhland RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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property at 335 Rachel St

$900

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335 Rachel St

San MarcosTX78666

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property at 340 Perry St

$920 - $945

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340 Perry St

San MarcosTX78666
property at 427 Lindsey St

$995 - $1,195

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427 Lindsey St

San MarcosTX78666

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100 Uhland Rd, Unit 4
$999
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$999
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$999
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100 Uhland Rd, Unit 4

100 Uhland RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Emerson at Trace
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$1,000 - $4,181
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$966 - $4,147
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Emerson at Trace

618 El Rio StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Blanco River Lodge
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$1,038 - $2,662
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$999 - $2,623
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Blanco River Lodge

1650 River RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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FLATZ 512
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$1,044 - $1,799
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$952 - $1,707
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$92
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$1,044 - $1,799
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FLATZ 512

834 Cottonwood PkySan Marcos, TX 78666
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Redwood
$1,049 - $1,799
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$1,049 - $1,799
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$1,049 - $1,799
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Redwood

129 Redwood CourtSan Marcos, TX 78666
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property at 195 Parkers Pond Path

$1,139

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$1,139
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$1,139

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195 Parkers Pond Path

San MarcosTX78666
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Pyland Ranch
Rent Specials
$1,187 - $2,391
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$1,100 - $2,304
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$87
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$1,187 - $2,391
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Pyland Ranch

216 Flint Ridge RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Alta Center Point
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$1,239 - $2,515
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$1,130 - $2,406
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Alta Center Point

502 Commercial LpSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Strait & Nelson
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$1,288 - $2,288
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$1,116 - $2,116
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$172
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$1,288 - $2,288
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Strait & Nelson

2380 Staples RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Topaz Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Topaz Apartments

1101 Leah AveSan Marcos, TX 78666
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McCarty Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

McCarty Commons

1476 E McCarty LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Park Hill Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill Apartments

1001 Leah AveSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Centro35
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Centro35

508 Labrador BlvdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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165 Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

165 Lofts

165 S Guadalupe StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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property at 229 Craddock Ave

$1,150

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$1,150
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229 Craddock Ave

San MarcosTX78666

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap San Marcos Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in San Marcos?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in San Marcos is at Oaks35 listed at $690.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marcos Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom San Marcos Apartment is $663 at Ranch at 1856 Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom San Marcos Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in San Marcos is starting from $725 at The Campus Edge Apartments.

What is the most affordable San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Oasis and starts from $799.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.