Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (36 Rentals)

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Apartments in the Downtown San Marcos area of San Marcos with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.

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The Social SMTX®
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$699 - $1,049Special Offer
Specials Love it? Lease it! Enjoy waived app & admin fees when you make The Social SMTX your new home! Contact the Leasing Office to learn m
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The Social SMTX®

121 Craddock AveSan Marcos, TX 78666
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River Oaks Villas Apartments
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$980 - $1,863Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive 4 weeks free at move-in when you lease a 2 or 3-bedroom apartment home for 10 months or longer. To qualify, submit your
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River Oaks Villas Apartments

1900 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Asbury Place
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$950 - $1,375Special Offer
2 Months Free Come Lease with Us Today! 2 months free!!! Take advantage of our amazing, reduced rents!!! 2 Bedroom $950 monthly, 3 Bedroom $
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Asbury Place

1350 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Local Downtown
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$849 - $1,669
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$849 - $1,669
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The Local Downtown

210 North Edward Gary StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Union San Marcos
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$884 - $1,958
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Union San Marcos

1354 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Savannah Club
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$855 - $2,141Special Offer
Specials $600 Off at Move-In! Lease any floor plan for 10 months or longer and move in by June 30. Terms and conditions apply.
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Savannah Club

250 S Stagecoach TrlSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Lanes at Oslo
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$800 - $1,624Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 6 weeks rent free upfront on 12-month or longer leases. Pay no application or admin fees, and enjoy all-bills-paid living
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The Lanes at Oslo

1560 S Interstate 35San Marcos, TX 78666
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The Curve
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$1,000 - $1,200Special Offer
Specials 6 WEEKS FREE! Reduced Rates on select floorplans!!!!!
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The Curve

705 River RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Villas at Willow Springs
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$925 - $1,199Special Offer
1 Month Free Reduced Rents Now Available Plus One Month FREE Rent!! *Restrictions Apply. *Contact Us for Details.
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Villas at Willow Springs

1506 S Interstate 35San Marcos, TX 78666
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Stone Brook Seniors
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$825 - $1,757Special Offer
Specials $199 Total Move-In + $0 Deposit and $0 App Fee!!! Apply now! This special won't last!
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Stone Brook Seniors

300 Stagecoach TrlSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Springmarc
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$1,340 - $1,698Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy up to 1 month of free rent on 2-bedroom homes.
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Springmarc

1350 Sadler DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Encino Pointe
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$899 - $1,599Special Offer
2 Months Free MOVE IN BY 6/30 TO RECEIVE 2 MONTHS FREE! *INCOME & OTHER RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY*
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Encino Pointe

1800 Old Post RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Highcrest
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$1,105 - $1,515Special Offer
Specials Active Duty Military, Police, and Fire – 5% discount
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Highcrest

1518 Old Ranch Road 12San Marcos, TX 78666
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The Merriman
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$1,219 - $2,259Special Offer
Specials FLASH SALE: Secure your new home today and get up to 6 weeks FREE. Offers like this don't last!
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The Merriman

1250 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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El Monty
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$725 - $999Special Offer
2 Months Free Two Months Free if you apply within 48 hrs!!
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El Monty

1623 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Sadler House
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$1,194 - $1,638Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in by 6/30 and receive 4 weeks free on 12-14 month leases for all vacant units with approved credit. *Restrictions Apply N
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Sadler House

1271 Sadler DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Blanco River Lodge
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$1,130 - $2,549
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Blanco River Lodge

1650 River RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Country Oaks
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$910 - $1,295Special Offer
2 Months Free Up to 2 Months Free Rent. -OR- a $1000 Gift Card. Bobcats Welcome! Contact leasing for qualifying details.
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Country Oaks

1951 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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La Vista
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$775 - $1,757Special Offer
Specials Select One Bedroom homes starting at $775 Select Two Bedroom homes starting at $999 $99 Security Deposit
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La Vista

1615 Redwood RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Ranch
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$775 - $1,515Special Offer
Specials The next 10 to sign this week can receive rates as low as $775!
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The Ranch

1818 Old Ranch Road 12San Marcos, TX 78666
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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX Local Guide

Top San Marcos Apartments in the Downtown San Marcos Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 06-29-2026

Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Downtown San Marcos, TX apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!

Blanco River Lodge

4 Weeks Free WHEN YOU MOVE IN THE MONTH OF JUNE. Restrictions apply. Contact leasing team for details.Expires 06-30-2026

Stone Brook Seniors

$199 Total Move-In + $0 Deposit and $0 App Fee!!! Apply now! This special won't last!Expires 06-30-2026

Savannah Club

$600 Off at Move-In! Lease any floor plan for 10 months or longer and move in by June 30. Terms and conditions apply.Expires 06-30-2026

Villas at Willow Springs

Reduced Rents Now Available Plus One Month FREE Rent!! *Restrictions Apply. *Contact Us for Details.Expires 06-30-2026

Parkway Grande Apartment Homes

Enjoy up to ten weeks free on select units. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.Expires 06-30-2026

Union San Marcos

Lock in your annual lease and save BIG with $50 OFF all 2x2s and $125 OFF all 1x1s!Expires 06-30-2026

Sadler House

Move in by 6/30 and receive 4 weeks free on 12-14 month leases for all vacant units with approved credit. *Restrictions Apply No Admin Fee-Pay Application Fee & Apply!Expires 06-30-2026

Springmarc

Enjoy up to 1 month of free rent on 2-bedroom homes.Expires 06-30-2026

La Vista

Select One Bedroom homes starting at $775 Select Two Bedroom homes starting at $999 $99 Security DepositExpires 06-30-2026

Highcrest

Active Duty Military, Police, and Fire – 5% discountExpires 06-30-2026

Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown San Marcos, TX

Specials updated: 06-29-2026

Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Downtown San Marcos, TX. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.

SYNC at Purgatory Creek

Ask our Leasing Team for details on Special Offers and our Preferred Employer Discounts.Expires 01-01-2027

The Ranch

The next 10 to sign this week can receive rates as low as $775!Expires 06-30-2026

Cabana Beach San Marcos

Receive an additional $30 off per month if you sign with a group!Expires 07-31-2026

Clarewood Apartments

One Month Free!!! Call today for details!Expires 06-30-2026

Rio Ranch Townhomes

Two Months Free if you apply within 48 hrs!!Expires 07-31-2026

El Monty

Two Months Free if you apply within 48 hrs!!Expires 07-31-2026

Ranch at 1856 Apartments

Special rates on select apts and $0 administration Fee + a chance to win a new 55" TV.Expires 06-30-2026

Florencia Villa

6 weeks free on our spacious 2-bedroom homes!!!!Expires 06-30-2026

Asbury Place

Come Lease with Us Today! 2 months free!!! Take advantage of our amazing, reduced rents!!! 2 Bedroom $950 monthly, 3 Bedroom $1225 monthlyExpires 07-31-2026

Villas at Willow Springs

Reduced Rents Now Available Plus One Month FREE Rent!! *Restrictions Apply. *Contact Us for Details.Expires 06-30-2026

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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX

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Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Downtown San Marcos Apartments

What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Downtown San Marcos?

Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown San Marcos is at Aqua 16 Apartments listed at $775.

How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Downtown San Marcos Apartment?

The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Downtown San Marcos is $1,278.

What is the largest Rent Specials Downtown San Marcos Apartment for rent?

Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Downtown San Marcos is a 1,440 square feet unit starting from $849 at The Local Downtown.

What is the average size for Downtown San Marcos Rent Specials Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Downtown San Marcos is currently at 428 sq ft.

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