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202 on The Square - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

7.9

Very good

202 on The Square

202 N Lbj Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$1,895

Hutchison - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

8.6

Very good

Hutchison

314 E Hutchison St, San Marcos, TX 78666

2 beds

1 bath

$1,250

165 S Guadalupe St #212 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown San Marcos apartment for rent in San Marcos

165 S Guadalupe St #212, San Marcos, TX 78666

Garage parking | Assigned parking | Ceiling fan

2 beds

2 baths

$1,450

165 S Guadalupe St #214 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Downtown San Marcos apartment for rent in San Marcos

165 S Guadalupe St #214, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Garage parking | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$1,450

Modern Luxury in San Marcos' Premier Courtyard Community – Now Leasing! - Photo 1 of 1

3d ago

7.3

Very good

Modern Luxury in San Marcos' Premier Courtyard Community – Now Leasing!

411 W San Antonio St, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

2 beds

2 baths

$2,015–$2,290

140 S Fredericksburg - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

8.7

Very good

140 S Fredericksburg

140 S Fredericksburg St, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$1,550

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In-Unit Laundry

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

Garage Parking

129 Riverside Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Rio Vista house for rent in San Marcos

ResidentialLease, San Marcos, TX

129 Riverside Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

Ceiling fan | Concierge service | Package service

3 beds

2 baths

$1,595

412 Burleson St #121 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in San Marcos

ResidentialLease, San Marcos, TX

412 Burleson St #121, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Ceiling fan | Dishwasher

1 bed

1 bath

$925

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402 N Fredericksburg St - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in San Marcos

2BR/1.0BA

402 N Fredericksburg St, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher

2 beds

1 bath

$1,290

615 W Martin Luther King Dr #NA - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Dunbar house for rent in San Marcos

3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Home Near Dunbar Park

615 W Martin Luther King Dr #NA, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$1,700

$1,600

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203 S Mitchell Ave #4 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Dunbar house for rent in San Marcos

619 Barbara Dr - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Blanco Gardens house for rent in San Marcos

619 Barbara Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

Air conditioning | Ceiling fan | Outdoor space

4 beds

2 baths

$1,570

933/935 - Photo 1 of 1

5h ago

8.1

Very good

933/935

933/935 Sagewood Trail, San Marcos, TX 78666

3 beds

3 baths

$1,575

Sundance Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

Sundance Apartments

400 Linda Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Ceiling fan

2 beds

1 bath

$875

705 Oscar Smith - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.5

Very good

705 Oscar Smith

705 Oscar Smith St, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

2 baths

$1,290

126 Scott St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

126 Scott St

126 Scott St, San Marcos, TX 78666

On-site laundry | Assigned parking | Walk-in closets

1 bed

1 bath

$1,020–$1,090

Find sweet deals near Downtown San Marcos

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

Garden Oaks San Marcos - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.6

Very good

Garden Oaks San Marcos

1117 N Lbj Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Dishwasher | Microwave

2 beds

1 bath

$1,200

205 S Mitchell St - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

205 S Mitchell St

205 S Mitchell Ave, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

3 beds

1 bath

$1,160–$1,215

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Chestnut Place Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.3

Very good

Chestnut Place Apartments

1021 Chestnut St, San Marcos, TX 78666

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Walk-in closets

1–2 beds

1 bath

$760–$990

The Townhomes! - Photo 1 of 1

4d ago

8.3

Very good

The Townhomes!

900 Peques Street, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Furnished | Air conditioning

4 beds

3 baths

$1,000

Englebrook Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

8.8

Very good

Englebrook Apartments

200 Robbie Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666

On-site laundry | Swimming pool | Ceiling fan

1 bed

1 bath

$799

416 Moore St #416 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in San Marcos

ResidentialLease, San Marcos, TX

416 Moore St #416, San Marcos, TX 78666

Hardwood floor | Outdoor space

3 beds

2 baths

$1,495

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LBJ Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.8

Very good

LBJ Apartments

1229 N Lbj Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking

1 bed

1 bath

$960

The Curve - Photo 1 of 1

6h ago

9.2

Excellent

The Curve

705 River Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Swimming pool | Fitness center

2 beds

1 bath

$1,000–$1,200

1226 N Lbj Dr ##Unit - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in San Marcos

1226 N Lbj Dr ##Unit, San Marcos, TX 78666

In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Assigned parking

3 beds

2 baths

$1,599

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Updated: September 26, 2026

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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX apartments for rent

Renting in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX at a glance

As of today, Downtown San Marcos' median rent price is $1,397 per month.

Median rent

$1,397

Rentals, last 30 days

24

Rent by unit type
SizeValueYoY
All bedrooms$1,397N/A
1 bedroom$857N/A
2 bedroom$1,199N/A
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Why Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos is a great place to live

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.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX?

Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, Downtown San Marcos currently shows no active rental listings, though the neighborhood previously averaged around $1,790/month across all property types as of July 2025.

What is the average apartment size in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX?

Based on our current listings, apartments in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX average around 2,220 sqft across all unit types, with one-bedrooms at about 600 sqft and two-bedrooms close to 1,830 sqft.

What type of apartment is most common in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX?

Based on our current listings data, two-bedroom apartments are the most common rental type in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX with about 13 listings available monthly.

What type of apartment is least common inDowntown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX?

Based on our current listings data, studio apartments are the least common rental type in Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX with about 1 listing available monthly.

Methodology: How we got this data

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 2026 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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