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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Easy freeway access
- Pet-friendly
Location
103 Smith Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA|Blanco Gardens
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Property Overview
Smith Lane offers strong overall value with an 8.6 Zumper Expert Rating, combining excellent price, amenities, and location scores with solid trustworthiness. It also stands out for easy freeway access and pet-friendly living, with nearby pet care resources contributing to its appeal and strong value-for-money and value-per-square-foot rankings.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- More space
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 600 sqft | $1,000 /mo | 1 unit available | ||
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $895–$1,195 /mo | 5 units available | MOVE-IN SPECIAL: 2 Months Free Rent! Looking for the ideal spot in San Marcos? Look no further! This fantastic 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit at 105 Smith Lane, Unit L is now available for just $895/month. This is more than just an apartment; it's a lifestyle. You'll be minutes from Texas State University, the scenic river trail, and all the best shopping and dining the city has to offer. With easy freeway access, you're always connected. Unit Highlights: Appliance-Ready: Comes with a fridge, oven, and dishwasher. Stress-Free Parking: Free, no-permit-needed parking right on the property. Pet-Friendly: We welcome your furry friends with a non-refundable deposit of $300 and a monthly pet rent of $35. (Breed restrictions apply). Application Requirements: Income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent. Preferred credit score of 550+, though we are open to negotiation for scores below 550. Bankruptcies are acceptable if they are fully discharged and closed. Ready to find your new home? Contact us today to learn more and apply! Phone: 866-213-5136 Email: **** |
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Amenities for Smith Lane
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Fridge |
| Oven | Stove |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Other
| Tenant to Pay All Utilities |
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
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 16 |
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About Smith Lane
MOVE-IN SPECIAL: 2 Months Free Rent! Looking for the ideal spot in San Marcos? Look no further! This fantastic 2-bedroom, 1-bath unit at 105 Smith Lane, Unit L is now available for just $895/month. This is more than just an apartment; it's a lifestyle. You'll be minutes from Texas State University, the scenic river trail, and all the best shopping and dining the city has to offer. With easy freeway access, you're always connected. Unit Highlights: Appliance-Ready: Comes with a fridge, oven, and dishwasher. Stress-Free Parking: Free, no-permit-needed parking right on the property. Pet-Friendly: We welcome your furry friends with a non-refundable deposit of $300 and a monthly pet rent of $35. (Breed restrictions apply). Application Requirements: Income must be at least 2.5x the monthly rent. Preferred credit score of 550+, though we are open to negotiation for scores below 550. Bankruptcies are acceptable if they are fully discharged and closed. Ready to find your new home? Contact us today to learn more and apply! Phone: 866-213-5136 Email: ****
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Smith Lane is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Smith Lane has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
Smith Lane offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
Smith Lane goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Smith Lane receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Smith Lane 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 Smith Lane does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Smith Lane is great for:
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 Smith Lane compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 150 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 3 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Blanco Gardens
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 18% higher than 1-bedrooms in Blanco Gardens.
If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Smith Lane to be 19% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Blanco Gardens.
Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Blanco Gardens
San Marcos
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,228 |
| August 2024 | $1,257 |
| September 2024 | $1,249 |
| October 2024 | $1,215 |
| November 2024 | $1,275 |
| December 2024 | $1,274 |
| January 2025 | $1,229 |
| February 2025 | $1,227 |
| March 2025 | $1,237 |
| April 2025 | $1,237 |
| May 2025 | $1,206 |
| June 2025 | $1,222 |
| July 2025 | $1,188 |
| August 2025 | $1,125 |
| September 2025 | $1,124 |
| October 2025 | $1,199 |
| November 2025 | $1,176 |
| December 2025 | $1,169 |
| January 2026 | $1,175 |
| February 2026 | $1,172 |
| March 2026 | $1,013 |
| April 2026 | $1,015 |
| May 2026 | $1,037 |
| June 2026 | $1,016 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $1,182 |
| August 2024 | $1,175 |
| September 2024 | $1,175 |
| November 2025 | $850 |
| December 2025 | $850 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 103 Smith Ln?
Bedrooms
Rent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$40,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $40,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,000.
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Schools near Smith Lane
Mendez Elementary School
1805 peter garza
san marcos, TX, 78666
K-5Public
C
Rodriguez Elementary School
1481 esplanade pkwy
san marcos, TX, 78666
K-5Public
C+
Uhland El
2331 high rd
kyle, TX, 78640
K-5Public
C-
SUNFIELD EL
155 vista gardens dr
buda, TX, 78610
PK, K-5Public
Veramendi El
2290 oak run pkwy
new braunfels, TX, 78132
K-5Public
A-
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Getting around San Marcos near 103 Smith Ln
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Points of interest for 103 Smith Ln, San Marcos
Groceries
2/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within walking distance
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