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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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1114 Hazelton St

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property at 1118 Hazelton St

1118 Hazelton St

San MarcosTX78666

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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San Marcos, TX Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in San Marcos, TX

Pricing Updated: 09/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the San Marcos, TX area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for San Marcos Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Blanco River Village$1,249$635176
Downtown San Marcos$1,375$399446
Uptown San Marcos$1,500$645168

Cheapest Available San Marcos Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in San Marcos, TX is a 5 Beds unit found at The Avenue at San Marcos Apartments in the Blanco River Village neighborhood priced from $675. Oaks35 in the Blanco River Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable San Marcos apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Avenue at San Marcos Apartments5x5.5 Townhome5BR,5BA$675
Oaks35StudioStudio,1BA$699
La Vista Retirement Community1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$775
Chestnut Place Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$775
The Lantana ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$792
The Campus Edge Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Mariposa Hunter Road 55+ Apartment HomesSan Miguel1BR,1BA$799
The Thompson4 Bedroom Flat4BR,4BA$799
Stone Brook Seniors Active Adult Living1x11BR,1BA$799
The 18561 bdrm 1 bth1BR,1BA$803

Best Value Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the San Marcos area is the $0.45 price per square foot 3Bed/4Bath Model at Lodges at Parker's Pond in the in the Outer Comal neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value San Marcos apartment is the By The Bed - Renovated Floor Plan Model at Leah Avenue Student Townhomes starting at $499 with a $0.33 price per square foot in the Outer Comal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Lodges at Parker's Pond3Bed/4Bath3BR,4BA$0.45
Leah Avenue Student TownhomesBy The Bed - Renovated Floor Plan4BR,4BA$0.33
The Village on Telluride2BR/2.5BA Renovated2BR,2.5BA$0.70
Cottages at San MarcosC2 Cottage3BR,3BA$0.61
RedwoodB12BR,2BA$0.99
ONE09 West2x22BR,2BA$0.82
Florencia VillaResidential2BR,2BA$0.90
200 Uhland Rd, Unit 3200 Uhland Rd2BR,1BA$1.03
Arba San MarcosKeystone2BR,2BA$1.03
Villagio - New2x22BR,2BA$0.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
San Marcos, TX

Ranked #52

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about San Marcos

What type of rentals are currently available in San Marcos?

There are currently 238 Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX with pricing that ranges from $399 to $3,772. There are also 383 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in San Marcos ranging from $725 to $3,850.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in San Marcos?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in San Marcos ranges from $725 to $3,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,994.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in San Marcos?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in San Marcos range from $675 to $3,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $3,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $399.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.