Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (28 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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Asbury Place
Rent Specials
$1,220 - $1,491Special Offer
Specials Come Lease with Us Today! Take advantage of our amazing, reduced rents!!! 1 Bedroom $950 monthly, 2 Bedroom $1225 monthly
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Asbury Place

1350 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Summit Apartments
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$985 - $1,250Special Offer
1 Month Free New Reduced Rates! For a limited time our A1 is starting at $825, A2 starting at $840, A3 starting at $865, B1 starting at $108
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The Summit Apartments

1348 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Aqua 16 Apartments
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$825 - $1,124Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month FREE on 1-Bedroom, 2 Months FREE on 2-Bedrooms OAC* Move in this month and you’ll be automatically entered into our res
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Aqua 16 Apartments

1640 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Villas del San Xavier
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$1,430 - $1,712Special Offer
4 Months Free No Rent Until 2026 + $500 Moving Assistance + 6 Months Free Washer/Dryer Rental + 6 Months Free Cable + 6 Months of Free Trash
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Villas del San Xavier

140 Royale Senior WaySan Marcos, TX 78666
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Stone Brook Seniors
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$1,757Special Offer
Specials Move in for only $199 and get the remainder of the month and all of April for free!! Reduced Rents!!! 1x1 - $799 2x1 - $899 2x2 - $
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Stone Brook Seniors

300 Stagecoach TrlSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Springmarc
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$990 - $1,482Special Offer
2 Months Free Apply to select homes and move in by May 15th to get up to 8 weeks of FREE rent
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Springmarc

1350 Sadler DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Highcrest
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$1,105 - $1,530Special 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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$1,209 - $2,319Special Offer
Specials Up to 8 Weeks FREE. Limited Availability. Secure Yours Before They’re Gone!
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The Merriman

1250 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Campus Trailhead Student Apartments
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$729 - $1,399Special Offer
Specials Call for our current specials!!! After Hours Tours Available. Every unit comes with a Ring Door camera, Nest Thermostat, Yale smart
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Campus Trailhead Student Apartments

222 Ramsay StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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La Vista
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$1,209 - $1,765Special Offer
Specials Lease now and get ONE MONTH FREE!
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La Vista

1615 Redwood RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Palm Square Apartments
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$875Special Offer
Specials DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS LIMITED-TIME OFFER! CONTACT US TODAY TO SCHEDULE A TOUR AND SECURE YOUR NEW HOME!! We are a second chance le
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Palm Square Apartments

1360 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Sundance Apartments
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$750 - $1,100Special Offer
Specials *Special Rental Rate* **Reduced Deposit** ***Currently Offering 50% of One Full Month's Rent for qualified leases*** Flexible Lease
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Sundance Apartments

400 Linda DrSan 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: 03-16-2026

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

One month free for March move-ins! * Restrictions applyExpires 03-17-2026

Savannah Club

Preferred EmployerExpires 03-17-2026

Parkway Grande Apartment Homes

Enjoy up to ten weeks free on select units. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.Expires 03-17-2026

The Lanes at Oslo

1 Month Rent FreeExpires 03-17-2026

The Grand at Stonecreek

Fresh Space, Fresh Specials! Now offering 12 weeks free when you move in by April 30th!Expires 03-17-2026

Villas del San Xavier

No Rent Until 2026 + $500 Moving Assistance + 6 Months Free Washer/Dryer Rental + 6 Months Free Cable + 6 Months of Free Trash Service! *Expires 03-17-2026

Springmarc

Apply to select homes and move in by May 15th to get up to 8 weeks of FREE rentExpires 03-17-2026

Highcrest

Active Duty Military, Police, and Fire – 5% discountExpires 03-17-2026

Mariposa Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes

Immediate Move-Ins Available!Expires 03-17-2026

Aqua 16 Apartments

1 Month FREE on 1-Bedroom, 2 Months FREE on 2-Bedrooms OAC* Move in this month and you’ll be automatically entered into our resident raffle for a chance to win prizes up to $500!Expires 03-17-2026

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

Specials updated: 03-16-2026

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.

Sundance Apartments

*Special Rental Rate* **Reduced Deposit** ***Currently Offering 50% of One Full Month's Rent for qualified leases*** Flexible Lease Terms Available Deposit-Free and Flex Rent Options availableExpires 03-31-2026

Stone Brook Seniors

Move in for only $199 and get the remainder of the month and all of April for free!! Reduced Rents!!! 1x1 - $799 2x1 - $899 2x2 - $950Expires 12-31-2026

Asbury Place

Come Lease with Us Today! Take advantage of our amazing, reduced rents!!! 1 Bedroom $950 monthly, 2 Bedroom $1225 monthlyExpires 04-30-2026

The Summit Apartments

New Reduced Rates! For a limited time our A1 is starting at $825, A2 starting at $840, A3 starting at $865, B1 starting at $1085, and B2 starting at $1140. $99 App and Admin fee, and ½ month free off first full month!Expires 03-31-2026

Palm Square Apartments

DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS LIMITED-TIME OFFER! CONTACT US TODAY TO SCHEDULE A TOUR AND SECURE YOUR NEW HOME!! We are a second chance leasing property.Expires 03-31-2026

Campus Trailhead Student Apartments

Call for our current specials!!! After Hours Tours Available. Every unit comes with a Ring Door camera, Nest Thermostat, Yale smart lock, and fiber fast internet!Expires 04-30-2026

Ranch at 1856 Apartments

Two months free with a look & lease!Expires 03-31-2026

River Oaks Villas Apartments

Get $300 off at move-in. Terms and conditions apply. Min. 10 month lease.Expires 03-17-2026

The Village on Telluride

Move in NOW and save! Receive up to 1 months of RENT FREE! Don't wait—secure your home for this semester and all of next year today!Expires 03-17-2026

The Atlantic Palazzo

Feeling Lucky? Move In by March 31st & Score Up to 8 Weeks FREE!Expires 03-17-2026

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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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 $825.

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 $988.

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 1,125 square feet unit starting from $825 at Aqua 16 Apartments.

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 516 sq ft.

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