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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX from $500 (31 Rentals)
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$779 - $1,1791 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Arise Riverside Ranch
1805 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Sundance Apartments
400 Linda DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
1706 N Interstate 35
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$874 - $1,274Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Aqua 16
1640 Aquarena Springs DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Palm Square Apartments
1360 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$900 - $1,5001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Clarewood Apartments
1400 Clarewood DrSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$985 - $1,2451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Summit Apartments
1348 Thorpe LnSan Marcos, TX 78666
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$999 - $1,2291 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Autumn Chase Apartments
1606 N Interstate 35San Marcos, TX 78666
908 N LBJ Dr
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1470 River Rd, Unit 1470
1470 River Rd
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1003 W Bluebonnet Dr
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1035 Haynes St
San MarcosTX78666
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1624 Aquarena Springs Dr
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200 Uhland Rd
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618 Mill St
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1202 Thorpe Ln
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown San Marcos Studio Apartments | $1,376 | $1,249 | $1,450 |
| Uptown San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,036 | $779 | $1,695 |
| Uptown San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,193 | $740 | $3,000 |
| Uptown San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,197 | $685 | $2,967 |
| Uptown San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $841 | $650 | $919 |
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There are currently 31 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 Studio unit found at Oaks35 priced from $699. Arise Riverside Ranch has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $779. Here are the most affordable Uptown San Marcos apartments for rent in San Marcos, TX:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Oaks35 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Arise Riverside Ranch | Studio, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| The 1856 | 1 bdrm 1 bth | 1BR,1BA | $803 |
| Aqua 16 | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $874 |
| El Monty Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Stadium View Apartments | E | Studio,1BA | $879 |
| Sundance Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $890 |
| Clarewood Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Summit Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown San Marcos, TX
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown San Marcos area is the $0.58 price per square foot 3x3 Model at Villagio - New in the in the Blanco River Village neighborhood starting from $685. The second greatest value Uptown San Marcos apartment is the 2x2 Model at ONE09 West starting at $865 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Blanco River Village 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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| Villagio - New | 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.58 |
| ONE09 West | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| 200 Uhland Rd, Unit 3 | 200 Uhland Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Vie Lofts at San Marcos | 2x2 (Premium) | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Sundance Apartments | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The 1856 | 1 bdrm 1 bth Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Aqua 16 | 1 Bed 1 Bath W/D Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Autumn Chase Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Clarewood Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Arise Riverside Ranch | Studio, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUptown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX
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Getting Around the Uptown San Marcos Neighborhood in San Marcos, TX
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 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 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 $985.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown San Marcos?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown San Marcos is Arise Riverside Ranch which is listed at $779, while the average apartment in Uptown San Marcos costs $1,399.
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.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Uptown San Marcos?
Cheap apartments in Uptown San Marcos have an average cost of $790 which is $609 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown San Marcos.
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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.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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