
Student Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX (19 Rentals)
Rentals in the Downtown San Marcos area of San Marcos near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Cheatham Street Flats

The Local Downtown
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The Parlor
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Villagio

Lodge in San Marcos

Vintage Pads

Campus Trailhead Student Apartments

Uptown Square

The Thompson

Dakota Ranch Student Apartments
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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 |
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Downtown San Marcos Studio Apartments | $1,252 | $1,065 | $1,399 |
Downtown San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $980 | $1,825 |
Downtown San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $845 | $2,330 |
Downtown San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $755 | $2,967 |
Downtown San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $914 | $585 | $2,903 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in San Marcos, TX for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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 Student Downtown San Marcos Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Downtown San Marcos?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Downtown San Marcos is at Cheatham Street Flats listed at $755.
How much is the average rent for a Student Downtown San Marcos Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Downtown San Marcos is $1,062.
What is the largest Student Downtown San Marcos Apartment for rent?
Today's Student 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 Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Downtown San Marcos is currently at 337 sq ft.
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