Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX (28 Rentals)

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Rental terms in San Marcos as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Pyland Ranch
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
1 Month, 1 Month, 2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Mont
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Pyland Ranch

216 Flint Ridge RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Arden 231
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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Arden 231

231 Windsor BlvdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Riverstone
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
2 Months, 3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Mo
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Riverstone

2005 Crystal River PkySan Marcos, TX 78666
Family Friendly
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  • Low Income
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Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk

191 Cotter RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Savannah Club
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Mo
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Savannah Club

250 S Stagecoach TrlSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Aqua 16
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 14 Months
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Aqua 16

1640 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Springmarc
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Springmarc

1350 Sadler DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Atlantic Palazzo
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 9 Months, 10 Months, 11
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The Atlantic Palazzo

1011 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Vintage Pads
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Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
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Vintage Pads

1000 N Lbj DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
Student Housing
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The Merriman
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Merriman

1250 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Sadler House
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Sadler House

1271 Sadler DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Parkway Grande Apartment Homes
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Parkway Grande Apartment Homes

1811 Medical PkySan Marcos, TX 78666
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Logan Ridge
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Logan Ridge

225 Ramsay StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Post Oak Villas Apartments
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 9 Months, 12 Months
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Post Oak Villas Apartments

1617 Post RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The 1856
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 15 Months
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The 1856

1703 IH-35 NSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Topaz Apartments
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Topaz Apartments

1101 Leah AveSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Fitzroy San Marcos
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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The Fitzroy San Marcos

1451 Sadler DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Blanco River Lodge
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
3 Months, 4 Months, 5 Months, 6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Mo
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Blanco River Lodge

1650 River RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Sundance Apartments
Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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Sundance Apartments

400 Linda DrSan Marcos, TX 78666

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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 Lifestyle
San Marcos, TX

Ranked #139

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Remember the 3 Rules of Real Estate:
Location, Location, Location!

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term San Marcos Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in San Marcos?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Marcos is at The Local Downtown listed at $819.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term San Marcos Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Marcos is $1,054.

What is the largest Short-term San Marcos Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 1,440 square feet unit starting from $819 at The Local Downtown.

What is the average size for San Marcos Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in San Marcos is currently at 472 sq ft.

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