
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (22 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.


The Local Downtown

Savannah Club

River Oaks Villas Apartments

Village Green Apartments

The Grand at Stonecreek

The Village on Telluride
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Villas del San Xavier

The Parlor

The Curve

Stone Brook Seniors Active Adult Living
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Windmill Townhomes & Duplexes

SYNC at Purgatory Creek

Highcrest

The Monarch

The Atlantic Palazzo

Vintage Pads

Uptown Square

Country Oaks Apartment Homes

The Thompson

Dakota Ranch Student Apartments
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Mariposa at Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes
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 | $1,163 | $1,034 | $1,399 |
Downtown San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $775 | $2,898 |
Downtown San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,368 | $740 | $3,145 |
Downtown San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $675 | $2,967 |
Downtown San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $882 | $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: 07-15-2025Take 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!
Highcrest
Active Duty Military, Police, and Fire – 5% discountExpires 07-16-2025
Mariposa at Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes
Lease TODAY and receive up to 6 Weeks Free! Contact our Leasing Office to schedule your personalized tour of our community!Expires 07-16-2025
Village Green Apartments
NOW PRE-LEASING for Fall! $750 off move in on select unitsExpires 07-16-2025
River Oaks Villas Apartments
$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 07-16-2025
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 07-16-2025
The Village on Telluride
"NOW LEASING FOR FALL 2025! -- Apply and sign a lease within 48 hours and get your app and admin fees WAIVED! Savings of $200. Act fast, and contact us today for details and restrictions*."Expires 07-16-2025
The Atlantic Palazzo
Move In by 7/31 & Get One Month FREE!Expires 07-16-2025
The Grand at Stonecreek
Make a GRAND move this summer- get up to ONE MONTH RENT FREE when you move in by June 30th! Schedule a tour with us TODAY!Expires 07-16-2025
Villas del San Xavier
Lease now & receive one month free + up to $500 in moving assistance!Expires 07-16-2025
Country Oaks Apartment Homes
Look and lease within 24 hours to choose your special: One-Month Free Rent or a Washer & Dryer! Limited time only, contact us today for more details!Expires 07-16-2025
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown San Marcos, TX
Specials updated: 07-15-2025Here 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
Uptown Square
New Low Rates + $500 Gift card Be one of the first 20 people to sign a lease at our NEW LOW RATES and RECEIVE A $500 GIFT CARD at move-in! ???? It’s a fantastic way to save while securing your new home at Uptown. Don’t miss out on this exclusive offer—ACT FAST and make Uptown your new address today! ???Expires 11-13-2025
Vintage Pads
Lease today and get 1st month waived! Reduced 2 Bedroom/1 Den Brand NEW apartments for on $1199.00 for a limited time! Waiving APP and Admin Fee if Leased in 24hrs. Fiber Fast Internet included. Schedule an afterhours tour if needed!Expires 07-31-2025
Stone Brook Seniors Active Adult Living
ALL FLOOR PLANS RECEIVE 2 MONTHS FREE RENT!!!! Plus REDUCED RATES!Expires 12-31-2025
SYNC at Purgatory Creek
Ask our Leasing Team how to receive up to ONE MONTH FREE on Select Homes when you TOUR TODAY!! Terms and Conditions Apply. See Office for Details.Expires 07-25-2025
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
Windmill Townhomes & Duplexes
Lease or pre-lease by 08/01/2025 for $550 off first month's rent!Expires 08-01-2025
Dakota Ranch Student Apartments
3 beds as low as $726 - Save $4,000 for a limited time!Expires 11-13-2025
The Monarch
Call for details!Expires 08-31-2025
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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 The Local Downtown listed at $819.
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 $1,223.
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 375 sq ft.
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