Rental terms in San Marcos as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Marcos Short-term Studio Apartments | $989 | $790 | $1,538 |
| San Marcos Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,320 | $725 | $3,495 |
| San Marcos Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,507 | $755 | $3,716 |
| San Marcos Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,664 | $675 | $4,809 |
| San Marcos Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $585 | $3,100 |
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Write a ReviewFirmly 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.
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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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in San Marcos is at The Local Downtown listed at $819.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in San Marcos is $1,144.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in San Marcos is a 1,440 square feet unit starting from $819 at The Local Downtown.
The average size for a Short-term rental in San Marcos is currently at 469 sq ft.
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