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$663 - $1,200Special Offer
Specials Choose Your Special - Lowest Rent OR 1 Mo Free OR 2 Mo Free
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Ranch at 1856 Apartments
1805 IH-35 NSan Marcos, TX 78666
Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (31 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.
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$600 - $625Special Offer
Specials Look and Lease within 24 hours and receive a $250 gift card at move in, or fill a townhome and get $500
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Leah Avenue Student Townhomes
1441 Leah AveSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$910 - $1,981Special Offer
1 Month Free Lease within 48 hours of your tour to receive 1 month free on 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Minimum 12 month lease. Move in by 5/
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River Oaks Villas Apartments
1900 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$1,015 - $1,650Special Offer
Specials May move in and receive your prorate free as well as an additional month free!!!!
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The Grand at Stonecreek
490 Barnes DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$965 - $2,073Special Offer
Specials Preferred Employer
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Savannah Club
250 S Stagecoach TrlSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$799 - $1,009
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$799 - $1,009
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The Village on Telluride
201 Telluride StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$725 - $1,400Special Offer
Specials Receive $200.00 cash off your first month's rent!
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The Avenue at San Marcos Apartments
142 N LBJ DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$950 - $1,225Special Offer
2 Months Free Come Lease with Us Today! 2 months free!!!
Take advantage of our amazing, reduced rents!!!
2 Bedroom $950 monthly,
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Asbury Place
1350 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$985 - $1,250Special Offer
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The Summit Apartments
1348 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$775 - $1,575Special Offer
1 Month Free $99 Total Move In Special & 1 Month Free on Two Bedrooms Only and Ask about our Student & Hero Discount.
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Aqua 16 Apartments
1640 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$949 - $1,399Special Offer
1 Month Free Fall into Big Savings! Up to 1 Month Free + Free Internet and Cable
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Village Green Apartments
201 1st StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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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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$925 - $1,199Special Offer
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Villas at Willow Springs
1506 S Interstate 35San Marcos, TX 78666
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$1,467 - $1,757Special Offer
Specials Move in for only $199 and get the remainder of the month and all of May for free!! Reduced Rents!!! 1x1 - $799
2x1 - $899
2x2 - $95
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Stone Brook Seniors
300 Stagecoach TrlSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$789 - $850Special Offer
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The Thompson | Student Housing
1655 Mill StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$1,134 - $2,560Special Offer
Specials Ask our Leasing Team for details on Special Offers and our Preferred Employer Discounts.
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SYNC at Purgatory Creek
1951 Hunter RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$949 - $1,199Special Offer
1 Month Free MOVE IN BY 5/15 TO RECEIVE 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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$1,125 - $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 Parlor
140 W San Antonio StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$975 - $1,510Special Offer
2 Months Free Enjoy up to ten 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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$979 - $1,989Special Offer
2 Months Free Ask us how to get up to 10 WEEKS FREE!
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The Atlantic Palazzo
1011 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$1,264 - $2,269Special Offer
Specials UP TO 8 WEEKS FREE! Limited-Time Move-In Special. Lease Today Before They're Gone!
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The Merriman
1250 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$729 - $1,299Special Offer
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Campus Trailhead Student Apartments
222 Ramsay StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$1,157 - $2,435
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$1,157 - $2,435
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Blanco River Lodge
1650 River RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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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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$829 - $1,679Special Offer
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The Ranch
1818 Old Ranch Road 12San Marcos, TX 78666
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$799 - $1,784Special Offer
Specials Immediate Move-Ins Available!
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Mariposa Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes
2600 Hunter RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$975 - $1,194Special Offer
1 Month Free 1 Month Free!
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Autumn Chase Apartments
1606 N Interstate 35San Marcos, TX 78666
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$900 - $1,500Special Offer
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Clarewood Apartments
1400 Clarewood DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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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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$1,049 - $1,149Special Offer
2 Months Free MOVE IN BY 5/15 TO RECEIVE 8 WEEKS FREE! *INCOME AND RENT RESTRICTIONS APPLY*
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Sienna Pointe
2913 Hunter RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Marcos Studio Apartments | $1,108 | $775 | $1,494 |
| Downtown San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $663 | $1,870 |
| Downtown San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $715 | $2,560 |
| Downtown San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,213 | $630 | $3,018 |
| Downtown San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $851 | $580 | $1,799 |
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Top San Marcos Apartments in the Downtown San Marcos Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 05-01-2026Take 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!
Villas at Willow Springs
Move in by April 30, 2026 and receive One Month FREE Rent!* *Restrictions Apply. *Contact Us for Details.Expires 04-30-2026
Campus Trailhead Student Apartments
2 Months Free on a 15-month lease!!!!Expires 04-30-2026
The Summit Apartments
New Reduced Rates! 1x1- $825-835 1x1- $840-850 1x1-$865-875 2x2-$1085-1095 2x2-$1140-1150 Please contact leasing office for more details and to schedule an in person tour.Expires 04-30-2026
The Ranch
Spring into Savings! Next 10 to sign by 4/26 get up to $75 OFF/mo — save over $900!Expires 04-30-2026
The Grand at Stonecreek
Fresh Space, Fresh Specials! Now offering 12 weeks free when you move in by April 30th!Expires 04-30-2026
The Parlor
Look & Lease within 72hrs and receive a gift card! Call us for details!!!!Expires 04-30-2026
Clarewood Apartments
Call today for details!Expires 04-30-2026
Aqua 16 Apartments
$99 Total Move In Special & 1 Month Free on Two Bedrooms Only and Ask about our Student & Hero Discount.Expires 05-01-2026
Encino Pointe
MOVE IN BY 5/15 TO RECEIVE 6 WEEKS FREE! *INCOME & OTHER RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY*Expires 05-01-2026
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 05-01-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Downtown San Marcos, TX
Specials updated: 05-01-2026Here 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.
Stone Brook Seniors
Move in for only $199 and get the remainder of the month and all of May for free!! Reduced Rents!!! 1x1 - $799 2x1 - $899 2x2 - $950Expires 12-31-2026
SYNC at Purgatory Creek
Ask our Leasing Team for details on Special Offers and our Preferred Employer Discounts.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 05-31-2026
Ranch at 1856 Apartments
Choose Your Special - Lowest Rent OR 1 Mo Free OR 2 Mo FreeExpires 05-02-2026
River Oaks Villas Apartments
Lease within 48 hours of your tour to receive 1 month free on 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Minimum 12 month lease. Move in by 5/31.Expires 05-02-2026
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 05-02-2026
Blanco River Lodge
One month free for April move-ins! * Restrictions applyExpires 05-02-2026
Savannah Club
Preferred EmployerExpires 05-02-2026
Encino Pointe
MOVE IN BY 5/15 TO RECEIVE 6 WEEKS FREE! *INCOME & OTHER RESTRICTIONS MAY APPLY*Expires 05-02-2026
The Atlantic Palazzo
Ask us how to get up to 10 WEEKS FREE!Expires 05-02-2026
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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 $1,146.
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 $775 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 534 sq ft.
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