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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern feel
  • Black appliances
  • Leasing team
  • Planking floor
  • Close to shops and restaurants

Location

1249 N Lbj Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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Management

SMTX Living, LLC

Leasing office

(512) 256-8116

Property Overview

The Monarch offers a modern living experience with notable features like black appliances and planked floors, set in a prime location close to shops and restaurants. With an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 7.7, it combines excellent price and amenities ratings, highlighting its competitive value. Additionally, it is recognized for pet friendliness, supported by nearby pet services, ensuring a well-rounded appeal for potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.7
Very Good
The Monarch is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1X11 bed1 bath525 sqft$700 /mo2 units available
2X12 bed1 bath696 sqft$800 /mo2 units availableLooking for your next cozy home? The Monarch offers stylish apartments with modern finishes and an unbeatable location – just 2 miles from TXST and right on the shuttle route for easy commuting! ✨ Available Now: 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath – 696 sq. ft. ✨ Also available: 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath
2X22 bed2 bath744 sqft$850 /mo1 unit availableSearching for a spacious, modern apartment near TXST? The Monarch’s 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath – 744 sq. ft. is the perfect fit for roommates, small families, or anyone who needs a little extra room to spread out!

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Amenities for The Monarch

Apartment Amenities

Gas

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
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Cat policy

Allowed 
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HomeApartments in San Marcos The Monarch

- Looking for your next cozy home? The Monarch offers stylish apartments with modern finishes and an unbeatable location – just 2 miles from TXST and right on the shuttle route for easy commuting! ✨ Available Now: 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath – 696 sq. ft. ✨ Also available: 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath- Searching for a spacious, modern apartment near TXST? The Monarch’s 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath – 744 sq. ft. is the perfect fit for roommates, small families, or anyone who needs a little extra room to spread out!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.7
/10
Very Good
The Monarch is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated The Monarch
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, The Monarch is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, The Monarch is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Monarch is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Monarch does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Monarch provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Reviews from the web

Showing 2 highest rated

Absolutely loved living here! Ashley is the best!!

jas cuevas

jas cuevas

Nov 22, 2024

Absolutely loved living here Ashley the manager is an absolute southern gem.

Tyler Stavinoha

Tyler Stavinoha

Jul 30, 2024

We’re sharing just 2 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Monarch is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Monarch compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 5 miles away

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Rent trends in San Marcos

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 36% lower than 1-bedrooms in San Marcos.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Monarch to be 39% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in San Marcos.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
San Marcos
A table of studio rental data trends in San Marcos
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$1,241
October 2023$1,201
November 2023$1,161
December 2023$1,044
January 2024$966
February 2024$1,100
March 2024$1,100
April 2024$1,100
May 2024$1,100
June 2024$1,020
July 2024$929
August 2024$961
September 2024$1,000
October 2024$987
November 2024$1,000
December 2024$1,001
January 2025$1,018
February 2025$1,038
March 2025$1,080
April 2025$1,100
May 2025$1,100
June 2025$1,063
July 2025$976
August 2025$960
September 2025$1,004

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1249 N Lbj Dr?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$28,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $28,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $700.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near The Monarch

Crockett Elementary School

1300 girard st

san marcos, TX, 78666

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around San Marcos near 1249 N Lbj Dr

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Points of interest for 1249 N Lbj Dr, San Marcos

Groceries

2/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

4/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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