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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Marcos 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,481 | $1,450 | $1,500 |
| Downtown San Marcos 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,000 | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX.
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Cheapest Available Downtown San Marcos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown San Marcos area of San Marcos, TX is a 4 Beds unit found at Cabana Beach San Marcos priced from $580. Sundance Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown San Marcos apartments for rent in San Marcos, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabana Beach San Marcos | 4x4 Platinum | 4BR,4BA | $580 |
| Sundance Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Lanes at Oslo | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $780 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Marcos, TX
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Marcos area is the $0.52 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Flat Model at The Thompson | Student Housing in the in the Blanco River Village neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Downtown San Marcos apartment is the 2BR/2.5BA Model at The Village on Telluride starting at $1,009 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Blanco River Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Thompson | Student Housing | 4 Bedroom Flat | 4BR,4BA | $0.52 |
| The Village on Telluride | 2BR/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.65 |
| Cottages at San Marcos | C1 Duplex | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| Asbury Place | 32 | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Villas at Willow Springs | 3 Bed 2 Bath (Flat) | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Florencia Villa | Residential | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Aqua 16 Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath W/D Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| ARBA San Marcos | Frisco | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Sundance Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Mariposa Hunter Road 55+ Apartment Homes | San Fernando | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown San Marcos
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown San Marcos?
There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Marcos, TX with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,018. There are also 8 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown San Marcos ranging from $820 to $2,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown San Marcos?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown San Marcos ranges from $820 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,433.
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