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Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marcos City, TX

400 Rentals Available
Cheap Apartments for Rent in San Marcos City, TX. 400 Rentals Available
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Apartments Under $700

  • a living room with couches and chairs and a tv
    Today

    1805 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $995
    2 BEDS $650+

Apartments Under $800

  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    Today

    112 West Avenue, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS Ask for Pricing

Apartments Under $1,200

  • our apartments offer a kitchen and living room with a table
    Today

    1900 Aquarena Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,145+
    2 BEDS $1,410+
    3 BEDS $1,670+

Apartments Under $1,300

  • a living room with a green couch and a ceiling fan
    Today

    1011 Wonder World Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,249+
    2 BEDS $1,489+
    3 BEDS $1,750+
  • an apartment building with a gravel courtyard
    Today

    421 W. San Antonio St., C2, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,250
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a table
    Today

    502 Commerical Loop, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,280+
    2 BEDS $1,685+
    3 BEDS $2,525+

Apartments Under $1,400

  • a lobby with blue chairs and tables and a bar
    Today

    1350 Sadler Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,321+
    2 BEDS $1,390+
    3 BEDS $1,683+
  • a living room with a couch and a tv
    Today

    1650 River Road, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,382+
    3 BEDS $1,859+
  • a living room with a television and a table and chairs
    Today

    1811 Medical Pkwy, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,384+
    2 BEDS $1,467+

Apartments Under $1,500

  • a living room with blue walls and a couch
    Today

    1271 Sadler Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,421+
    2 BEDS $1,531+
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Getting around in San Marcos City, TX

55 /100
Somewhat Walkable
57 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 55, Bike Score®: 57

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a cheap apartment in San Marcos City, TX?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $650 and $3,795.

How many cheap rentals are available in San Marcos City, TX on RentCafe?

There are 330 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in San Marcos City, TX were last updated on 27 Feb 2026.

What is the average size of a cheap apartment in San Marcos City, TX?

The average San Marcos City, TX cheap apartment size is 853 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a cheap apartment in San Marcos City, TX?

Cheap apartments in San Marcos City, TX are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

What are the downsides of renting a cheap apartment in San Marcos City, TX?

A cheap apartment in San Marcos City, TX offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

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Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in San Marcos City, TX? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in San Marcos City, TX has never been easier. We feature 400 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the San Marcos City, TX average. What is a cheap rent in San Marcos City, TX? The average apartment rent in San Marcos City is $1,602 per month so any rental south of $1,282 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, San Marcos City, TX rents go as low as $650/mo.

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