
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (28 Rentals)
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.


Cheatham Street Flats

The Local Downtown

Savannah Club

River Oaks Villas Apartments

Redwood

Leah Avenue Student Townhomes

Village Green Apartments
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The Grand at Stonecreek

The Village on Telluride

Oaks35

The Parlor

Windmill Townhomes & Duplexes

SYNC at Purgatory Creek

Springmarc

Highcrest

Stone Brook Seniors Active Adult Living

The Atlantic Palazzo
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Vintage Pads

Uptown Square

Parkway Grande Apartment Homes

Country Oaks Apartment Homes

Palm Square Apartments

The Thompson

Dakota Ranch Student Apartments

Clarewood Apartments

The Merriman
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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Marcos?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown San Marcos Studio Apartments | $1,252 | $1,065 | $1,399 |
Downtown San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $980 | $1,825 |
Downtown San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $845 | $2,330 |
Downtown San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $755 | $2,967 |
Downtown San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $914 | $585 | $2,903 |
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Top San Marcos Apartments in the Downtown San Marcos Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 06-19-2025Take 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!
Leah Avenue Student Townhomes
Sign your lease by 6/30 and get a $100 gift card!Expires 06-19-2025
River Oaks Villas Apartments
Move in by 6/30 and receive $500 off 3 bedroom apartments! This limited-time offer wont last. Minimum 10-month lease. Terms and conditions apply. Contact us today!Expires 06-19-2025
Savannah Club
$250 Special At Move-In for the following employers: First Responders, Grade-School Teachers, Active-Duty Military, Tesla, Amazon. Min. 10 Month Lease. Limit 1 special per household.Expires 06-19-2025
Cheatham Street Flats
Sign a lease and receive $500 NOW, & $1000 LATER! Use promo code: SUMMER to waive all signing fees.Expires 06-30-2025
Cabana Beach San Marcos
Rates starting at $599! Studios-$50 off/month; 2x2s-$150 off/month; 4x4s-$126 off/month. All floor plans qualify to get a discounted application fee and Yeti cooler if signed within 24 hoursExpires 07-31-2025
The Parlor
Get a Reduced Rate for the Lolla B or Sign and Get Up To $1500! Some restrictions apply. Contact the leasing office for additional details.Expires 07-31-2025
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown San Marcos, TX
Specials updated: 06-19-2025Here 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.
The Local Downtown
$250 GC Be one of the next 20 to sign within 48hrs of applying and receive a $250 gift card! Use promo code: ACTFAST to save $100 when applying. *Some restrictions apply. See leasing professional for details.Expires 11-13-2025
Cheatham Street Flats
Sign a lease and receive $500 NOW, & $1000 LATER! Use promo code: SUMMER to waive all signing fees.Expires 06-30-2025
Cabana Beach San Marcos
Rates starting at $599! Studios-$50 off/month; 2x2s-$150 off/month; 4x4s-$126 off/month. All floor plans qualify to get a discounted application fee and Yeti cooler if signed within 24 hoursExpires 07-31-2025
The Parlor
Get a Reduced Rate for the Lolla B or Sign and Get Up To $1500! Some restrictions apply. Contact the leasing office for additional details.Expires 07-31-2025
Leah Avenue Student Townhomes
Sign your lease by 6/30 and get a $100 gift card!Expires 06-19-2025
River Oaks Villas Apartments
Move in by 6/30 and receive $500 off 3 bedroom apartments! This limited-time offer wont last. Minimum 10-month lease. Terms and conditions apply. Contact us today!Expires 06-19-2025
Savannah Club
$250 Special At Move-In for the following employers: First Responders, Grade-School Teachers, Active-Duty Military, Tesla, Amazon. Min. 10 Month Lease. Limit 1 special per household.Expires 06-19-2025
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Getting Around the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood in San Marcos, TX
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 Cheatham Street Flats listed at $755.
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 $1,062.
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 $819 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 337 sq ft.
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