
Student Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX Under $1,000 (43 Rentals)
Rentals in San Marcos near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


The Curve

The Ranch

The Atlantic Palazzo

Village Green Apartments

Country Oaks

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Cheatham Street Flats

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The Local Downtown
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The Village on Telluride

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Union San Marcos

Lodges at Parker's Pond

The Social SMTX®

Campus Trailhead Student Apartments

El Monty

Axis at SMTX

ARBA San Marcos
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Logan Ridge

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Green Spring Apartments

Millennium on Post

The Thompson | Student Housing

Leah Avenue Student Townhomes

The Outpost

Aspire San Marcos
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Vie Lofts at San Marcos

The Lyndon

The Lynx

Hillside Ranch

College Town at Texas State

Cottages at San Marcos

Elevation on Post Apartments

The Timbers Apartments
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Villagio

The Oasis

Lodge in San Marcos

Treehouse

View on the Square

Vintage Pad Suites

The Mirage

Vintage Pads
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Westfield

The Foundry
San Marcos, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos Studio Apartments | $1,482 | $775 | $2,502 |
| San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $686 | $3,101 |
| San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $620 | $4,500 |
| San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $679 | $5,806 |
| San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $499 | $6,925 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Student San Marcos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in San Marcos?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in San Marcos is at The Outpost listed at $399.
How much is the average rent for a Student San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in San Marcos is $1,088.
What is the largest Student San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 2,200 square feet unit starting from $799 at The Village on Telluride.
What is the average size for San Marcos Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in San Marcos is currently at 826 sq ft.
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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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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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