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The average monthly rent in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos is down 5.23% compared to last month and down 19.18% year-over-year.
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1d ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,695–$1,895
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
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5d+ ago
Downtown San Marcos condo for rent in San Marcos
118 N Lbj Dr #202, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
$1,350
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Available May 1
5d+ ago
Downtown San Marcos condo for rent in San Marcos
118 N Lbj Dr #204, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning
1 bed
1 bath
$1,500
Condo for rent
Available May 1
5d+ ago
Downtown San Marcos apartment for rent in San Marcos
165 S Guadalupe St #211, San Marcos, TX 78666
Garage parking | Assigned parking | Ceiling fan
2 beds
2 baths
$1,600
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
2 baths
$1,650
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In-Unit Laundry
Assigned Parking
Balcony
Dishwasher
5d+ ago
411 W San Antonio St, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
2 beds
2 baths
$2,400
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2d ago
140 S Fredericksburg St, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Ceiling fan
1 bed
1 bath
$1,190
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Package service
3 beds
2 baths
$1,599
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Available Apr 23
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in San Marcos
319 North St #1, San Marcos, TX 78666
Ceiling fan | Outdoor space
1 bed
1 bath
$800
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5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
2 beds
1 bath
$1,399
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
East Guadalupe house for rent in San Marcos
511 Mckie St, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan
2 beds
2 baths
$1,450
House for rent
5d+ ago
Condo for rent in San Marcos
421 W San Antonio St, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Swimming pool
2 beds
2 baths
$1,225
Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Dunbar house for rent in San Marcos
160 S Fredericksburg St #NA, San Marcos, TX 78666
On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
1 bed
1 bath
$1,600
House for rent
Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
Dunbar house for rent in San Marcos
615 W Martin Luther King Dr #NA, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking
3 beds
2 baths
$2,200
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Available Aug 1
12h ago
Studio
1 bath
$800–$895
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
2d ago
Heritage apartment for rent in San Marcos
Air conditioning | Fireplace | Dishwasher
2 beds
1 bath
$1,190
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5d+ ago
Heritage apartment for rent in San Marcos
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
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5d+ ago
Blanco Gardens house for rent in San Marcos
4 beds
2 baths
$1,750
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5d+ ago
Heritage apartment for rent in San Marcos
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Dishwasher
3 beds
2.5 baths
$1,750
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Victory Gardens townhouse for rent in San Marcos
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
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15h ago
Heritage apartment for rent in San Marcos
1017/1019 Haynes, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Ceiling fan
3 beds
2 baths
$1,650
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14h ago
101/103 Hughson Court, San Marcos, TX 78666
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,590
Price drop
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5d+ ago
Holland Street house for rent in San Marcos
3 beds
1.5 baths
$1,990
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One-bedroom apartments in Downtown San Marcos average around $1,300 per month in 2025. These units dropped 3.5% from the previous year, making them more affordable than other bedroom types in the neighborhood.
Two-bedroom apartments in Downtown San Marcos rent for around $1,800 per month in 2025. Rents for this bedroom type rose 3.0% from 2024, matching the overall neighborhood average.
Three-bedroom apartments in Downtown San Marcos average around $2,500 per month in 2025. This bedroom type saw the largest rent increase at 4.6% year over year, making it the most expensive option in the neighborhood.
Downtown San Marcos rental costs average around $1,800 per month across all apartment types in 2025, up 4.2% from the previous year. Rent varies significantly by timing, with October seeing prices about 20% higher than April.
Apartments in Downtown San Marcos average around 1,523 square feet across all unit types. Studio apartments are the smallest at 395 square feet, while three-bedroom units are the largest at 2,974 square feet.
Two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Downtown San Marcos, with about 17 listings available monthly. The neighborhood sees about 40 total listings per month across all bedroom types.
Downtown San Marcos is a hub for social living, making it an ideal neighborhood for renters who value community and connection. With a high neighborhood population and a variety of restaurants, there's always something to do or someone to meet. The area's well-developed street infrastructure and frequent transit options make it easy to get around, while a strong safety record provides peace of mind. According to 2024 data, these factors combined create a vibrant social scene that's hard to find elsewhere in San Marcos, making Downtown San Marcos a top choice for renters seeking an active, engaging lifestyle.
Studio apartments are the least common rental type in Downtown San Marcos, with about 1 listing available per month. One-bedroom and three-bedroom units are more readily available, each averaging about 11 listings monthly.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
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