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Highlights

  • Ceiling fans
  • Ample parking
  • Onsite laundry facilities
  • Spacious layout
  • Modern comforts
  • Central ac and heating

Location

1021 Chestnut St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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Management

SMTX Property Management

Leasing office

(512) 667-6485

Property Overview

Chestnut Place Apartments scores a solid 7.8 from Zumper, reflecting its strong value proposition with a price rating of 8 and an impressive amenities rating of 8, highlighting spacious layouts and modern comforts. With a top location rating of 9, it offers easy access to key amenities and transport, enhancing residents' quality of life. Trustworthiness is also promoted by a rating of 8, demonstrating transparency in its offerings and making it particularly suitable for those working from home.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Chestnut Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Chestnut Place 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

  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site
  • Walk-in closet

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath590 sqft$870 /mo1 unit availableInviting 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit offers a spacious layout with a generous walk-in closet and additional double closets for excellent storage, plus modern comforts like central AC and heating, ceiling fans, and onsite laundry facilities. Enjoy hassle-free living with ample parking, included free basic cable, internet, local phone, and trash service, and a peaceful setting in the quiet Sessom Creek neighborhood—perfect for students or professionals seeking value and convenience. Best of all, it's just an easy walk to Texas State University (about 0.6 miles or 9-11 minutes on foot), putting campus right at your doorstep without the need for a car. Beat the Texas heat, stay organized, and settle into affordable, low-maintenance living in a prime north campus location. 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 Chestnut Place Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCeiling Fan
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

DishwasherOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven

Building

Central A/C and HeatOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Ample Parking

Neighborhood

Near Bus Route
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. Refundable.

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About Chestnut Place Apartments

HomeApartments in San Marcos Chestnut Place Apartments

Inviting 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit offers a spacious layout with a generous walk-in closet and additional double closets for excellent storage, plus modern comforts like central AC and heating, ceiling fans, and onsite laundry facilities. Enjoy hassle-free living with ample parking, included free basic cable, internet, local phone, and trash service, and a peaceful setting in the quiet Sessom Creek neighborhood—perfect for students or professionals seeking value and convenience. Best of all, it's just an easy walk to Texas State University (about 0.6 miles or 9-11 minutes on foot), putting campus right at your doorstep without the need for a car. Beat the Texas heat, stay organized, and settle into affordable, low-maintenance living in a prime north campus location. 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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Chestnut Place Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Chestnut Place 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 Chestnut Place 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.
Chestnut Place 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·10A 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.
Chestnut Place Apartments stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Chestnut Place 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 Chestnut Place 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·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.

Chestnut Place Apartments is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

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 Chestnut Place Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

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Rent trends in San Marcos

1-bedroom apartments at Chestnut Place Apartments cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in San Marcos.

Median rents as of Feb 21 2026.
San Marcos
A table of studio rental data trends in San Marcos
MonthMedian Rent
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
February 2026$1,060

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Can I afford to live at 1021 Chestnut St?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

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

$34,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $34,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $870.
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Schools near Chestnut Place Apartments

Crockett Elementary School

1300 girard st

san marcos, TX, 78666

K-5Public
B

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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Neighborhood

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

Getting around San Marcos near 1021 Chestnut St

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

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 1021 Chestnut St, San Marcos

Groceries

2/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

2/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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