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Highlights

  • Massive walk-in closet
  • Quaint apartment complex
  • Central laundry facility
  • Full kitchen open to living area
  • Abundant amount of parking

Location

1229 N Lbj Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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Management

SMTX Property Management

Leasing office

(737) 221-2540 ext. 2

Property Overview

LBJ Apartments receives a commendable overall rating of 8.5 from Zumper, reflecting its strong appeal for renters. The property stands out with a perfect price rating of 10 and high amenities and location ratings of 9, showcasing its competitive pricing and excellent offerings. Notable features include a spacious walk-in closet, a full kitchen open to the living area, and convenient parking, all contributing to a positive living experience.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, LBJ Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, LBJ Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Laundry available on site

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath688 sqft$990 /mo1 unit availableThis oversized, 1 bedroom unit features a massive walk in closet, and a full kitchen that's open to the living area. Located in a quaint, 10 unit apartment complex a short walking distance from TxState, Red Bus Food Park, Pie Society, Mochas & Javas, Dos Gatos, and many other eateries, shops, and bars. The complex has an abundant amount of parking and a central laundry facility on site. You may schedule a showing through your real estate agent or contact our office directly. For additional property details, our contact information or to apply for this rental, please visit our website at: smtxpm. com Please know, applications will only be accepted from our website.

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Amenities for LBJ Apartments

Apartment Amenities

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Building

Onsite Laundry

Grounds

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

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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Assigned Parking

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About LBJ Apartments

HomeApartments in San Marcos LBJ Apartments

This oversized, 1 bedroom unit features a massive walk in closet, and a full kitchen that's open to the living area. Located in a quaint, 10 unit apartment complex a short walking distance from TxState, Red Bus Food Park, Pie Society, Mochas & Javas, Dos Gatos, and many other eateries, shops, and bars. The complex has an abundant amount of parking and a central laundry facility on site. You may schedule a showing through your real estate agent or contact our office directly. For additional property details, our contact information or to apply for this rental, please visit our website at: smtxpm. com Please know, applications will only be accepted from our website.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, LBJ Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, LBJ Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated LBJ Apartments
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.
LBJ Apartments 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.
LBJ Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including assigned parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, LBJ Apartments 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.
LBJ Apartments 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 LBJ Apartments 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.
LBJ Apartments 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.

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 LBJ Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 4 miles away
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Rent trends in San Marcos

1-bedroom apartments at LBJ Apartments cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Marcos.

Median rents as of Jan 10 2026.
San Marcos
A table of studio rental data trends in San Marcos
MonthMedian Rent
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$983
October 2025$1,006
November 2025$1,074
December 2025$1,152
January 2026$1,034

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$39,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $990.
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Schools near LBJ Apartments

Crockett Elementary School

1300 girard st

san marcos, TX, 78666

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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 1229 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 1229 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

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

3/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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