Apartments for Rent with Specials in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (19 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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River Oaks Villas Apartments
Rent Specials
$800 - $1,943Special 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 Village on Telluride
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$789 - $1,099Special Offer
Specials Move in NOW and save! Sign a new lease by January 31, 2026, for our extended term (January 2026 - July 2027) and receive up to 2 mo
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The Village on Telluride

201 Telluride StSan 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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$1,467 - $1,757Special Offer
Specials Move in for only $199 and get the remainder of the month and all of February 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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$1,050 - $1,569Special Offer
1 Month Free Did someone say FREE??? Sign your lease today and we will waive January's rent PLUS get one month FREE!!!!
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Springmarc

1350 Sadler DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Highcrest
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$1,115 - $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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$929 - $1,709Special Offer
1 Month Free Move in by January 30th to receive 6 Weeks FREE beginning in February and a $1,000 Gift Card.
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The Atlantic Palazzo

1011 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Asbury Place
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$1,200 - $1,375Special Offer
Specials Come Lease with Us Today! Take advantage of our amazing special! ½ Off Rent in January & ½ Off Rent in February! Come by for a tour
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Asbury Place

1350 Wonder World DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Country Oaks Apartment Homes
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$930 - $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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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: 01-17-2026

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!

The Grand at Stonecreek

Make a GRAND move this fall- get 8 WEEKS RENT FREE on select lease terms when you apply TODAY!Expires 01-17-2026

Savannah Club

Move in by 1/31 and get $1000! Min. 10 month lease.Expires 01-17-2026

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 01-17-2026

The Village on Telluride

Move in NOW and save! Sign a new lease by January 31, 2026, for our extended term (January 2026 - July 2027) and receive up to 2 months of RENT FREE! Don't wait—secure your home for this semester and all of next year today!Expires 01-17-2026

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 01-17-2026

The Atlantic Palazzo

Move in by January 30th to receive 6 Weeks FREE beginning in February and a $1,000 Gift Card.Expires 01-17-2026

Highcrest

Active Duty Military, Police, and Fire – 5% discountExpires 01-17-2026

Mariposa Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes

Lease TODAY and receive up to 6 Weeks Free!Expires 01-17-2026

The Merriman

Get 6 Weeks FREE + 2 Weeks when you Look & LeaseExpires 01-17-2026

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 01-17-2026

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

Specials updated: 01-17-2026

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.

SYNC at Purgatory Creek

Enjoy up to TWO WEEKS FREE on Select Homes !! See Leasing Office for details & restrictions.Expires 01-23-2026

Windmill Townhomes & Duplexes

Lease by 02/01/2026 for $550 off first month's rent!Expires 02-01-2026

Stone Brook Seniors

Move in for only $199 and get the remainder of the month and all of February for free!! Reduced Rents!!! 1x1 - $799 2x1 - $899 2x2 - $950Expires 01-31-2026

Asbury Place

Come Lease with Us Today! Take advantage of our amazing special! ½ Off Rent in January & ½ Off Rent in February! Come by for a tour today and see why our community is the perfect place to call home.Expires 02-14-2026

The Grand at Stonecreek

Make a GRAND move this fall- get 8 WEEKS RENT FREE on select lease terms when you apply TODAY!Expires 01-17-2026

Savannah Club

Move in by 1/31 and get $1000! Min. 10 month lease.Expires 01-17-2026

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 01-17-2026

The Village on Telluride

Move in NOW and save! Sign a new lease by January 31, 2026, for our extended term (January 2026 - July 2027) and receive up to 2 months of RENT FREE! Don't wait—secure your home for this semester and all of next year today!Expires 01-17-2026

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 01-17-2026

The Atlantic Palazzo

Move in by January 30th to receive 6 Weeks FREE beginning in February and a $1,000 Gift Card.Expires 01-17-2026

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 Downtown San Marcos

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown San Marcos?

There are currently 12 Studio Apartments in Downtown San Marcos with rent ranges from $725 to $1,450 with an average price of $1,017.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown San Marcos Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown San Marcos ranges from $750 to $1,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,130.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown San Marcos cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown San Marcos range from $725 to $3,000. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,282.

How expensive are Downtown San Marcos Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 29 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown San Marcos on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $685 to $2,997 - averaging $1,237 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!