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Lanes at Oslo
1560 S Interstate 35San Marcos, TX 78666
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood of San Marcos, TX from $600 (3 Rentals)
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129 Redwood CourtSan Marcos, TX 78666
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Riverstone
2005 Crystal River PkySan Marcos, TX 78666
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Downtown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown San Marcos?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown San Marcos Studio Apartments | $1,162 | $775 | $1,399 |
| Downtown San Marcos 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $990 | $1,649 |
| Downtown San Marcos 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $835 | $2,330 |
| Downtown San Marcos 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,443 | $720 | $2,967 |
| Downtown San Marcos 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $625 | $2,017 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown San Marcos, TX
As of March 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown San Marcos area is the $0.54 price per square foot E2 Premium Model at View on the Square in the in the Downtown San Marcos neighborhood starting from $819. The second greatest value Downtown San Marcos apartment is the C2 Cottage Model at Cottages at San Marcos starting at $889 with a $0.68 price per square foot in the Outer Comal neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown San Marcos apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| View on the Square | E2 Premium | 5BR,4BA | $0.54 |
| Cottages at San Marcos | C2 Cottage | 3BR,3BA | $0.68 |
| ONE09 West | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| River Oaks Villas Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Riverstone | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| The Lynx Townhomes and Apartments | B2 Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.59 |
| Village Green Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Cabana Beach San Marcos | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Parlor | Firefly B - 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.40 |
| Lanes at Oslo | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2.85 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown San Marcos, San Marcos, TX
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Getting Around the Downtown San Marcos Neighborhood in San Marcos, TX
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
67 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown San Marcos Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown San Marcos?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown San Marcos is Riverstone which is listed at $990, while the average apartment in Downtown San Marcos costs $1,455.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown San Marcos?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 63 regular apartments in Downtown San Marcos that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown San Marcos?
Cheap apartments in Downtown San Marcos have an average cost of $1,051 which is $404 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown San Marcos.
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