Average Rent in San Marcos, TX
10 apartment buildings, 139 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Cheapest
$760/mo
Treehouse
Properties
10
tracked daily
Units
139
available now
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 10 properties in San Marcos, TX.
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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San Marcos, TX Rent Prices
All 10 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Treehouse
800 N LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
The Local Downtown
210 N Edward Gary St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Encino Pointe
1800 Post Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Villas at Willow Springs
1506 S I-35 South Frontage Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Cheatham Street Flats
401 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
The Ranch
1818 Old Ranch Rd 12, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Union San Marcos
1354 Thorpe Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Treehouse 800 N LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA | $760 | $760 | $1.64 | 3.3 (96) | 1 |
| 2 | The Local Downtown 210 N Edward Gary St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA | $882 | $897 | $0.65 | 4.6 (955) | 6 |
| 3 | Encino Pointe 1800 Post Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA | $899 | $1,159 | $1.12 | 3.6 (155) | 4 |
| 4 | Villas at Willow Springs 1506 S I-35 South Frontage Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA | $925 | $1,086 | $0.90 | 3.1 (123) | 69 |
| 5 | Cheatham Street Flats 401 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA | $927 | $1,167 | $2.09 | 4 (236) | 5 |
| 6 | The Ranch 1818 Old Ranch Rd 12, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA | $934 | $1,274 | $1.52 | 4.4 (682) | 4 |
| 7 | Union San Marcos 1354 Thorpe Ln, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA | $1,124 | $1,283 | $2.35 | 4.1 (792) | 8 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Treehouse
3.3 (96)800 N LBJ Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
The Local Downtown
4.6 (955)210 N Edward Gary St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Encino Pointe
3.6 (155)1800 Post Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Villas at Willow Springs
3.1 (123)1506 S I-35 South Frontage Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
Cheatham Street Flats
4 (236)401 S Guadalupe St, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
The Ranch
4.4 (682)1818 Old Ranch Rd 12, San Marcos, TX 78666, USA
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San Marcos, TX neighborhoods
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San Marcos, TX Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in San Marcos, TX is $1,264 per month, based on 139 units across 10 apartment communities. Prices range from $760 at Treehouse to $3,097 at Avelyn San Marcos.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,207/mo | $1,124/mo | 5 |
| 1 Bed | $1,422/mo | $899/mo | 27 |
| 2 Bed | $1,161/mo | $760/mo | 54 |
| 3 Bed | $1,340/mo | $927/mo | 46 |
| 4 Bed | $997/mo | $882/mo | 7 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in San Marcos, TX?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$51,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,264/mo.
Comfortable income
$61,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($760/mo), you need to earn at least $30,000/year.
Cost of living in San Marcos, TX
We only have live rent data for San Marcos, TX so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,264 |
| Estimated total | $1,264/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in Texas
How San Marcos, TX rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs San Marcos, TX | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addison, TX | $1,677 | +33% | +0.7% | 346 |
| Austin, TX | $2,016 | +59% | +0.4% | 219 |
| Dallas, TX | $1,828 | +45% | -0.6% | 170 |
| Houston, TX | $2,302 | +82% | -8% | 84 |
| Arlington, TX | $1,399 | +11% | -2.1% | 57 |
| Lewisville, TX | $1,652 | +31% | +0.8% | 55 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in San Marcos, TX?
The average rent in San Marcos, TX is $1,264 per month, based on 139 units across 10 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in San Marcos, TX?
The median asking rent in San Marcos, TX is $1,199 per month, computed from 139 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $1,264/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in San Marcos, TX?
The lowest available rent in San Marcos, TX starts at $760 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX?
1-bedroom apartments in San Marcos, TX average $1,422/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $899/mo across 27 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in San Marcos, TX?
2-bedroom apartments in San Marcos, TX average $1,161/mo. Units start from $760/mo across 54 units currently listed.
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