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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos City, TX under $1500

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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos City, TX under $1500. 289 Rentals Available
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    1271 Sadler Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,421+
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    1650 River Road, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    2 BEDS $1,382+
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    1900 Aquarena Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,145+
    2 BEDS $1,410+
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    112 West Avenue, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    1811 Medical Pkwy, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,384+
    2 BEDS $1,467+
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    490 Barnes Dr., San Marcos, TX 78666
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    1 BED $1,335
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    1451 Sadler Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,275+
    2 BEDS $1,499+
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    1350 Sadler Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,321+
    2 BEDS $1,390+
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    1011 Wonder World Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,249+
    2 BEDS $1,489+
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    1805 Aquarena Springs Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $995
    2 BEDS $650+
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    250 South Stagecoach Trail, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,140+
    2 BEDS $1,370+
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    191 Cotter Ave, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,348+
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    502 Commerical Loop, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,280+
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    142 Windmill Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    2 BEDS $1,100
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    100-126 Windmill Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $150
    2 BEDS $1,050
    3 BEDS $1,500
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    142 Windmill Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    2 BEDS $1,400
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    421 W. San Antonio St., C2, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,250
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    1105 Chestnut Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,200
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    1951 Aquarena Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    1 BED $1,099
    2 BEDS $1,250
    3 BEDS $1,395
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    508 Labrador Blvd, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    1 BED $1,057+
    2 BEDS $1,350
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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

When were prices and availability in San Marcos City, TX last updated?

Prices and availability in San Marcos City, TX were last updated on 19 Feb 2026.

What are the best apartments in San Marcos City, TX?

The best apartments in San Marcos City, TX are: Sadler House, Blanco River Lodge, River Oaks Villas, Westfield and Parkway Grande Apartment Homes.

What type of rental buildings are in San Marcos City, TX?

In San Marcos City, 70% of the residents are renting compared to 30% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 24% of San Marcos City's rentals, 62% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 12% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in San Marcos City, TX under $1,500

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,500?” is a great question to start from. Knowing your budget means you’re one step ahead and on the right track. We’ve taken care of the rest and found 289 apartments for rent in San Marcos City, TX on which you’ll spend less than $1,500. A small, cheap rental means you’ll have to budget your living space as well. The great news is that keeping it simple pays off in more than one way. The cost of utilities is likely to run low, and you get the added benefit of not having to spend too much time cleaning up the whole place. Smaller apartments are more likely to be closer to the city center, so there are potential cuts to your transportation costs too. And here’s one more very special secret to add to your book-of-perks: you’re less likely to overshop when you know your space is limited.

Rentals near you under $1,500

Our goal is to help you find cheap apartments that live up to your dreams without crushing your budget. It may be a long shot to go looking for 3 bedroom apartments or even 2 bedroom for less than $1,500. The average rental size in San Marcos City, TX is 880 Sqft, but the $1,500 limit will probably narrow your search to places with a smaller square footage. Go through our listings and be on the look-out for a hassle-free studio or a 1 bedroom apartment. We trust you’ll turn it into a cozy home which is also budget-friendly to the core.

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