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San Marcos, TX Local Guide

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San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: May 03, 2025

There are currently 63 available 3 Bedroom apartment units in San Marcos, TX neighborhoods that range in price from $675 to $2,967. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in San Marcos with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Blanco River Village24$849$675
Uptown San Marcos22$985$685
Downtown San Marcos17$989$740

Largest Available San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Marcos, TX is found at Beacon at Hymeadow in the Far South neighborhood and is 1,826 square feet priced from $2,099. Sunset Oaks Rental Homes has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,824 square feet and currently listed start at $1,832. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in San Marcos:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Beacon at HymeadowVerbena1,826 Sq Ft$2,099
Sunset Oaks Rental HomesSpringfield1,824 Sq Ft$1,832
Sunset PointLeslie1,568 Sq Ft$2,140
Millbrook CommonsDiana1,530 Sq Ft$2,011
Arden 231C11,415 Sq Ft$2,200
The MerrimanC11,401 Sq Ft$2,299
Pyland RanchC11,360 Sq Ft$2,391
Riverstone3 Bedroom1,227 Sq Ft$1,815

Cheapest Available San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 03, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in San Marcos, TX is the C1 Duplex Model starting from $799 at Cottages at San Marcos in the Outer Comal neighborhood. The second most affordable San Marcos 3 Bedroom is the Palmera Model at Encino Pointe starting at $1,099 in the Blanco River Village neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in San Marcos is currently $1,652. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in San Marcos:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Cottages at San MarcosC1 Duplex$799
Encino PointePalmera$1,099
The Lantana ApartmentsC1HC$1,134
Champions Crossing3 Bed 2 Bath$1,151
Mission Trail at El Camino RealC2$1,200
River Oaks Villas Apartments3 Bedroom$1,245
Centro35C3$1,249
Country Oaks Apartment Homes3BR 2BA$1,295
Clarewood Apartments3 Bed, 2 Bath$1,300
Villas at Willow Springs ApartmentsLoft$1,310

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San Marcos Overview

Firmly located midway between San Antonio and Austin, apartments in San Marcos are a great way to get to know central Texas. From lauded school systems to plenty of world-class retail shopping, this family and higher education-driven township is big on heart.

Why live in San Marcos, TX?

With numerous employers making the area home, San Marcos apartments yield a winning combination of work and family life. The famed Premium Outlets are just a quick car ride away, and summertime outdoor fun such as tubing and wading in the river only add to the appeal. With a downtown scene thrush with nightlife and dining options and the local university injecting a healthy dose of consistent youthful energy, this is one Texas hot spot worth raving over. Consistently named one of the nation's 'best places to raise your kids', San Marcos is a family-friendly destination with high marks to spare.

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San Marcos, TX

Ranked #139

Among cities in Texas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around San Marcos, TX

Walk Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

43 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom San Marcos Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in San Marcos with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in San Marcos is at Cottages at San Marcos listed at $799.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom San Marcos Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in San Marcos is $1,652.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom San Marcos Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 1,826 square feet unit starting from $2,099 at Beacon at Hymeadow.

What is the average size for San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in San Marcos is currently 1,564 sq ft.

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