Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX from $1,300 (3 Rentals)

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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Marcos, TX

As of June 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Marcos area is the $0.46 price per square foot E2 Premium Model at View on the Square in the in the Downtown San Marcos neighborhood starting from $699. The second greatest value Downtown San Marcos apartment is the By The Bed - Renovated Floor Plan Model at Leah Avenue Student Townhomes starting at $615 with a $0.41 price per square foot in the Outer Comal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
View on the SquareE2 Premium5BR,4BA$0.46
Leah Avenue Student TownhomesBy The Bed - Renovated Floor Plan4BR,4BA$0.41
RedwoodB12BR,2BA$0.95
River Oaks Villas Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.20
Villas at Willow Springs ApartmentsTownhome2BR,2.5BA$1.24
Florencia VillaResidential2BR,2BA$1.00
Green Spring2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.79
Villagio2x22BR,2BA$0.90
Stone Brook Seniors Active Adult Living1x11BR,1BA$1.04
La Vista Retirement Community1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.09

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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 60 Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Marcos, TX with pricing that ranges from $585 to $3,178. There are also 3 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown San Marcos ranging from $1,300 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 $1,300 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,600.

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