Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX (143 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in San Marcos that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Pyland Ranch

The Lynx Townhomes and Apartments

Alta Center Point

Cabana Beach San Marcos

Arden 231

Riverstone

Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk

Cheatham Street Flats

The Local Downtown
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Savannah Club

Cottages at San Marcos

The Summit Apartments

River Oaks Villas Apartments

Leah Avenue Student Townhomes

The Grand at Stonecreek

Village Green Apartments

The Village on Telluride

Aqua 16
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ONE09 West

Millbrook Commons

Avelyn San Marcos

Villas del San Xavier

The Lanes at Oslo

The Lantana Apartments

Emerson at Trace

Mission Trail at El Camino Real

The Parlor

Villas at Willow Springs Apartments
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Villagio

Windmill Townhomes & Duplexes

Lodge in San Marcos

The Social SMTX®

Park Hill Apartments

SYNC at Purgatory Creek

Champions Crossing

Highcrest

Reserve at San Marcos

The Monarch

La Vista Retirement Community

The Atlantic Palazzo

Green Spring

Vintage Pads

Lodges at Parker's Pond

Centro35

The Merriman

Campus Trailhead Student Apartments
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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San Marcos Pet Friendly Studio Apartments | $1,262 | $690 | $1,859 |
San Marcos Pet Friendly 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,357 | $725 | $3,376 |
San Marcos Pet Friendly 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,464 | $740 | $3,788 |
San Marcos Pet Friendly 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $675 | $3,846 |
San Marcos Pet Friendly 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,414 | $585 | $3,100 |
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Most Pet Friendly Neighborhoods in San Marcos, TX
There are currently 209 Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the San Marcos, TX area. Here is today’s list of the top 3 Pet Friendly neighborhoods for San Marcos Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Pet Rating | Available Units | Median Price |
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Downtown San Marcos | 4/4 | 271 | $1,450 |
Blanco River Village | 4/4 | 151 | $1,187 |
Uptown San Marcos | 3/4 | 113 | $1,249 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in San Marcos, TX
The lowest priced San Marcos apartment at a property that allows pets is the 1 Bed, 1 Bath 1 Bed Model at Clarewood Apartments in the Blanco River Village neighborhood starting from $900. The second cheapest San Marcos Pet Friendly apartment is the 1BR 1BA Model at Country Oaks Apartment Homes, which is a 1 Bed starting at $930 in the Blanco River Village neighborhood. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly San Marcos apartments.
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Clarewood Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | $900 |
Country Oaks Apartment Homes | 1BR 1BA | $930 |
The Local Downtown | 2X2B1 | $999 |
Mission Trail at El Camino Real | A1-A | $1,000 |
The Lynx Townhomes and Apartments | A2 Townhome | $1,115 |
The Atlantic Palazzo | A1C | $1,124 |
Park Hill Apartments | 1x1 | $1,125 |
Champions Crossing | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $1,169 |
Rio Ranch Townhomes | Unit A 960 SF | $1,199 |
The Grand at Stonecreek | B1 | $1,505 |
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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.
Pet Friendly LifestyleSan Marcos, TX
Ranked #139
Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pet Friendly San Marcos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Pet Friendly apartment in San Marcos?
Currently the most affordable Pet Friendly Apartment in San Marcos is at Cheatham Street Flats listed at $755.
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in San Marcos is $1,483.
What is the largest Pet Friendly San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 2,609 square feet unit starting from $1,619 at Beacon at Hymeadow.
What is the average size for San Marcos Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in San Marcos is currently at 693 sq ft.
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