Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (29 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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Ranch at 1856 Apartments
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$795 - $1,300Special Offer
Specials Lease Now and Lock In Our Lower Summer Rates! Select 1 Bedrooms from just $779 and select 2 Bedrooms from just $875 + $0 Admin Fee.
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Ranch at 1856 Apartments

1805 IH-35 NSan Marcos, TX 78666
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River Oaks Villas Apartments
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$1,005 - $1,890Special Offer
1 Month Free Move into a select 3-bedroom apartment by August 30 and receive 4 weeks free with a lease term of 10 months or longer. Apply wi
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River Oaks Villas Apartments

1900 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Union San Marcos
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$790 - $1,595
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$790 - $1,595
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Specials Apply and sign within 48 hours and lock in a $500 gift card.
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Union San Marcos

1354 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Savannah Club
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$995 - $2,264Special Offer
Specials Move into a select 3-bedroom apartment by August 30 and receive $800 off at move-in with a lease term of 10 months or longer. Limit
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Savannah Club

250 S Stagecoach TrlSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Village on Telluride
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$799 - $1,009
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$799 - $1,009
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$799 - $1,009
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Specials 26/27: Live Large, Save Larger: Up to $1,560 in Annual Savings! ; Ready to upgrade your lifestyle? At The Village on Telluride, we’
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The Village on Telluride

201 Telluride StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Atlantic Palazzo
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$989 - $1,989Special Offer
2 Months Free One Last Splash of Summer Savings! Receive Up to 8 Weeks FREE! restrictions apply, call leasing.
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The Atlantic Palazzo

1011 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Lanes at Oslo
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$800 - $1,359Special Offer
1 Month Free Enjoy 6 weeks rent free upfront on 12-month or longer leases. Pay no admin fees, and enjoy all-bills-paid living with utilities
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The Lanes at Oslo

1560 S Interstate 35San Marcos, TX 78666
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Villas at Willow Springs
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$925 - $1,199Special Offer
Specials Reduced Rents Now Available Plus TWO Months 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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$1,475 - $1,764Special 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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Encino Pointe
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$989 - $1,599Special Offer
1 Month Free 48-HOUR LOOK & LEASE SPECIAL - NOW OFFERING 6 WEEKS 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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Parkway Grande Apartment Homes
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$1,092 - $1,538
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2 Months Free Enjoy up to eight weeks free on select units. Restrictions apply, see agent for details.
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Parkway Grande Apartment Homes

1811 Medical PkySan 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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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 - $1,765Special 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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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX Local Guide

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

Specials updated: 08-18-2026

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

Clarewood Apartments

One Month Free!!! Call today for details!Expires August 31, 2026

Ranch at 1856 Apartments

Lease Now and Lock In Our Lower Summer Rates! Select 1 Bedrooms from just $779 and select 2 Bedrooms from just $875 + $0 Admin Fee.Expires August 31, 2026

The Village on Telluride

26/27: Live Large, Save Larger: Up to $1,560 in Annual Savings! ; Ready to upgrade your lifestyle? At The Village on Telluride, we’re making it easier than ever to call us home. For a limited time, take advantage of massive concessions that put up to $1,560 back in your pocket over your lease term! Specials vary by floorplan.Expires August 19, 2026

Millennium on Post

Now offering up to 3 months rent FREE! * LIMITED TIME OFFERExpires August 19, 2026

The Thompson | Student Housing

Waived App & Admin FeesExpires August 19, 2026

Stone Brook Seniors

$199 Total Move-In + $0 Deposit and $0 App Fee!!! Apply now! This special won't last!Expires August 19, 2026

Savannah Club

Move into a select 3-bedroom apartment by August 30 and receive $800 off at move-in with a lease term of 10 months or longer. Limited availability—contact us today for details!Expires August 19, 2026

La Vista

Select One Bedroom homes starting at $775 Select Two Bedroom homes starting at $999 $99 Security DepositExpires August 19, 2026

Country Oaks

Up to 2 Months Free Rent. -OR- a $1000 Gift Card. Bobcats Welcome! Contact leasing for qualifying details.Expires August 19, 2026

Leah Avenue Student Townhomes

Get $250 off at move-in for 10 month leases.Expires August 19, 2026

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

Specials updated: 08-18-2026

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.

Tapestry at Aquarena Springs

Enjoy 1 Month Free on All 1-Bedroom Units and 8 Weeks Free on All 2- and 3-Bedroom Units—Plus Water & Sewer Paid by the Owner!

Sadler House

4 weeks free on 12-14 month leases *Contingent on Approval*

Ranch at 1856 Apartments

Lease Now and Lock In Our Lower Summer Rates! Select 1 Bedrooms from just $779 and select 2 Bedrooms from just $875 + $0 Admin Fee.

The Lanes at Oslo

Enjoy 6 weeks rent free upfront on 12-month or longer leases. Pay no admin fees, and enjoy all-bills-paid living with utilities included. Terms and conditions apply.

Leah Avenue Student Townhomes

Get $250 off at move-in for 10 month leases.

Village Green Apartments

Fall into Big Savings! Up to 1 Month Free + Free Internet and Cable

Mariposa Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes

Immediate Move-Ins Available!

Highcrest

Active Duty Military, Police, and Fire – 5% discount

La Vista

Select One Bedroom homes starting at $775 Select Two Bedroom homes starting at $999 $99 Security Deposit

Millennium on Post

Now offering up to 3 months rent FREE! * LIMITED TIME OFFER

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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX

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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 Leah Avenue Student Townhomes listed at $499.

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 $1,177.

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 2,200 square feet unit starting from $799 at The Village on Telluride.

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 750 sq ft.

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