Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX from $400 with Washer/Dryer (49 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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200 Uhland Rd, Unit 4
$900
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200 Uhland Rd, Unit 4

200 Uhland RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$900 - $1,250

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110 Trestle Tree

San MarcosTX78666

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Emerson at Trace
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$1,056 - $2,698
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Emerson at Trace

618 El Rio StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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property at 1460 River Rd

$1,100

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1460 River Rd, Unit 1460

1460 River Rd
San MarcosTX78666
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Blanco River Lodge
$1,155 - $2,558
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$1,155 - $2,558
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Blanco River Lodge

1650 River RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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property at 3331 Ranch Rd 12

$895 - $1,065

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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3331 Ranch Rd 12

San MarcosTX78666
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Topaz Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Topaz Apartments

1101 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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McCarty Commons
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

McCarty Commons

1476 E McCarty LnSan Marcos, TX 78666

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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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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165 Lofts
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

165 Lofts

165 S Guadalupe StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $799.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Marcos?

The cheapest apartment in San Marcos is Tapestry Centerpoint which is listed at $686, while the average apartment in San Marcos costs $1,116.

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 422 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 $646 which is $470 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in San Marcos.

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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.