Top Rated Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX Under $1,200 (26 Rentals)

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Avelyn San Marcos
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$1,186 - $2,343
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Avelyn San Marcos

702 Celebration WaySan Marcos, TX 78666
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Emerson at Trace
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$1,129 - $5,571
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Emerson at Trace

618 El Rio StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Parlor
$1,020 - $3,018
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The Parlor

140 W San Antonio StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Cheatham Street Flats
$895 - $1,780
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Cheatham Street Flats

401 S Guadalupe StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Ashford Wellington
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ashford Wellington

600 Leah AveSan 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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Aspire San Marcos
Studio to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Aspire San Marcos

101 Concho StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Hillside Ranch
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Ranch

1350 N LBJ DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Townwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Townwood Apartments

520 Linda DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Stadium View Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stadium View Apartments

100 Warden LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Post Oak Villas Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Post Oak Villas Apartments

1617 Post RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Westfield
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Westfield

112 West AveSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Frequently Asked Questions about San Marcos

How much are Studio apartments in San Marcos?

There are currently 24 Studio Apartments in San Marcos with rent ranges from $579 to $2,156 with an average price of $1,173.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom San Marcos Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in San Marcos ranges from $675 to $2,126 with an average monthly rent of $1,183.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in San Marcos cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in San Marcos range from $725 to $3,330. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,342.

How expensive are San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 92 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in San Marcos on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $650 to $4,440 - averaging $1,561 for the location.

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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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