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Tapestry at Aquarena Springs
316 Northgate RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX from $500 (24 Rentals)
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Sundance Apartments
400 Linda DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Aqua 16 Apartments
1640 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
512 Lockhart St
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Arise Riverside Ranch
1805 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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202 E San Antonio St
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El Monty
1623 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
305 Forest Dr
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200 Uhland Rd, Unit 4, Unit 4
200 Uhland RdSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Clarewood Apartments
1400 Clarewood DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Village Green Apartments
201 1st StSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Summit Apartments
1348 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Autumn Chase Apartments
1606 N Interstate 35San Marcos, TX 78666
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Oaks35
1635 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Stadium View Apartments
100 Warden LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
1003 W Bluebonnet Dr
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Townwood Apartments
520 Linda DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The 1856
1703 IH-35 NSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Palm Square Apartments
1360 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
1624 Aquarena Springs Dr
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The Lynx Townhomes and Apartments
518 Linda DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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The Colony of San Marcos
1631 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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165 Lofts
165 S Guadalupe StSan Marcos, TX 78666
208 Uhland Rd
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Uptown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Uptown San Marcos Studio Apartments | $1,281 | $775 | $1,489 |
| Uptown San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $779 | $1,719 |
| Uptown San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,158 | $829 | $3,000 |
| Uptown San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,579 | $1,020 | $3,018 |
| Uptown San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $859 | $939 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX.
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Cheapest Available Uptown San Marcos Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown San Marcos area of San Marcos, TX is a 2 Beds unit found at Westfield priced from $579. Oaks35 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $690. Here are the most affordable Uptown San Marcos apartments for rent in San Marcos, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $579 |
| Oaks35 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $690 |
| Stadium View Apartments | Comfortable 474 Sq. Ft. Studio-Style Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $729 |
| Sundance Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| El Monty | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Marcos, TX
As of May 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown San Marcos area is the $1.52 price per square foot 3 Bed/ 3 Bath Model at Magnolia Condominiums in the in the Blanco River Village neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Uptown San Marcos apartment is the 4x4 - D1 Model at Vie Lofts at San Marcos starting at $879 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Uptown San Marcos neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Magnolia Condominiums | 3 Bed/ 3 Bath | 2BR,3BA | $1.52 |
| Vie Lofts at San Marcos | 4x4 - D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.64 |
| The Local Downtown | 4X4D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.64 |
| ONE09 West | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| 200 Uhland Rd, Unit 4 | 200 Uhland Rd | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Aqua 16 Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Villagio | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Sundance Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Clarewood Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Stadium View Apartments | Smart 1-Bedroom 1-Bath Living Near Texas State,... | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown San Marcos Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Uptown San Marcos?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown San Marcos is under $930.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown San Marcos?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown San Marcos is Stadium View Apartments which is listed at $779, while the average apartment in Uptown San Marcos costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown San Marcos?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 65 regular apartments in Uptown San Marcos that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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