Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (26 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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The Local Downtown
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$839 - $1,639Special Offer
Specials $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 w
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The Local Downtown

210 North Edward Gary StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Savannah Club
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$1,085 - $2,170Special Offer
Specials $250 Special At Move-In for the following employers: First Responders, Grade-School Teachers, Active-Duty Military, Tesla, Amazon.
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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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$845 - $1,099Special Offer
Specials 2025 - 2026 Lease Term: Apply and sign a lease within 48 hours and get your app and admin fees WAIVED! Savings of $200. Act fast, a
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The Village on Telluride

201 Telluride StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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River Oaks Villas Apartments
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$940 - $1,865Special Offer
Specials $250 Special At Move-In for the following employers: First Responders, Grade-School Teachers, Active-Duty Military, Tesla, Amazon.
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River Oaks Villas Apartments

1900 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Grand at Stonecreek
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$1,014 - $1,770Special Offer
1 Month Free Make a GRAND move this fall- get SIX WEEKS RENT FREE when you move into on or before September 30th! Schedule a tour with us TO
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The Grand at Stonecreek

490 Barnes DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Springmarc
Rent Specials
$990 - $1,432Special Offer
1 Month Free Receive up to ONE MONTH FREE on select apartments!
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Springmarc

1350 Sadler DrSan 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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The Atlantic Palazzo
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$974 - $1,764Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in this October & get 6 Weeks Free! * Call leasing for more details!
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The Atlantic Palazzo

1011 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Merriman
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$1,240 - $2,309Special Offer
Specials Limited Time Offer: Get 8 Weeks FREE Rent! Contact us for details.
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The Merriman

1250 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Union San Marcos
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$829 - $1,658Special Offer
Specials 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 m
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Union San Marcos

1354 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Country Oaks Apartment Homes
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$999 - $1,295Special Offer
1 Month Free Look and lease within 24 hours to choose your special: One-Month Free Rent or a Washer & Dryer! Limited time only, contact us t
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Country Oaks Apartment Homes

1951 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Palm Square Apartments
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$875Special Offer
2 Months Free TWO MONTHs FREE: Sign a 12-month lease and receive TWO MONTHs absolutely fee- a great way to kickstart you lease with added sa
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Palm Square Apartments

1360 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Thompson
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$759 - $815Special Offer
Discounts Sign today and receive a $600 gift card OR $50 off your monthly rental installment.
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The Thompson

1655 Mill StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Encino Pointe
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$949 - $1,399Special Offer
Specials NOW OFFERING + REDUCED RATES - 2 Bedrooms starting at $999 | 3 Bedrooms starting at $1,099 | 4 Bedrooms starting at $1,399
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Encino Pointe

1800 Old Post RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Top San Marcos Apartments in the Downtown San Marcos Area with Move-In Specials Ending Soon

Specials updated: 10-17-2025

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!

The Grand at Stonecreek

Make a GRAND move this fall- get SIX WEEKS RENT FREE when you move into on or before September 30th! Schedule a tour with us TODAY!Expires 10-17-2025

The Lanes at Oslo

Second Month Rent FreeExpires 10-17-2025

Villas del San Xavier

Lease now & receive one month free + up to $500 in moving assistance!Expires 10-17-2025

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 10-17-2025

Springmarc

Receive up to ONE MONTH FREE on select apartments!Expires 10-17-2025

The Atlantic Palazzo

Move in this October & get 6 Weeks Free! * Call leasing for more details!Expires 10-17-2025

Autumn Chase Apartments

Up to 6 Weeks FreeExpires 10-17-2025

The Thompson

Sign today and receive a $600 gift card OR $50 off your monthly rental installment.Expires 10-17-2025

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 10-17-2025

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 10-17-2025

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

Specials updated: 10-17-2025

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.

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

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

SYNC at Purgatory Creek

Ask our Leasing Team for details on Special Offers and our Preferred Employer Discounts.Expires 01-01-2026

Windmill Townhomes & Duplexes

Lease by 11/01/2025 for $550 off first month's rent!Expires 11-01-2025

Cabana Beach San Marcos

Lowest Rates of the Year for Fall 2026! Immediate move ins available!Expires 12-31-2025

Palm Square Apartments

TWO MONTHs FREE: Sign a 12-month lease and receive TWO MONTHs absolutely fee- a great way to kickstart you lease with added savings 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 10-31-2025

The Summit Apartments

Call us today for our current specials!Expires 10-31-2025

Sienna Pointe

Reduced Rates and One Month Free!!!!Expires 11-30-2025

Encino Pointe

NOW OFFERING + REDUCED RATES - 2 Bedrooms starting at $999 | 3 Bedrooms starting at $1,099 | 4 Bedrooms starting at $1,399Expires 10-31-2025

The Village on Telluride

2025 - 2026 Lease Term: 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 12-31-2025

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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
Pet Friendly

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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

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 Uptown Square listed at $829.

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 $1,142.

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 $839 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 417 sq ft.

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