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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX under $1200

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Apartments for Rent in San Marcos, TX under $1200. 308 Rentals Available
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    A kitchen with black cabinets and a white tiled backsplash. A dining room with a table and chairs.
    4.5
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    1703 IH-35 North, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $1,150
    A kitchen with black cabinets and a white tiled backsplash. A dining room with a table and chairs. A bedroom with a bed, dresser, and mirror. A sunny day at the pool with a shaded area.
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    4.5/5 Guadalupe C. on Oct 31, 2025

    It is very nice and quiet and the staff are very friendly

  • a living room with couches and a coffee table and a fireplace
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    112 West Avenue, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $999
    2 BEDS $759
  • A living room with a sofa, a chair, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.
    15
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    1900 Aquarena Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $825+
    2 BEDS $1,035+
  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
    15
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    250 South Stagecoach Trail, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $930+
  • A living room with a couch, a television, and a kitchen area with a stove and refrigerator.
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    345 Champions Blvd., San Marcos, TX 78666
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $1,169
  • a living room with blue walls and a couch
    15
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    1271 Sadler Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,094+
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  • a living room with a kitchen and a table
    Today

    1951 Aquarena Springs Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $930+
    2 BEDS $1,170
  • a living room with a television and a table and chairs
    24
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    1811 Medical Pkwy, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $999+
  • A living room with a grey couch and a ceiling fan.
    25
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    191 Cotter Ave, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,089+
  • a living room with a green couch and a ceiling fan
    21
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    1011 Wonder World Drive, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $949+
  • A kitchen with a white sink and a tiled wall.
    6
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    1000 N. LBJ Drive & Office Address 222 Ramsay St, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $899
    2 BEDS $525+
    3 BEDS $505+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a table
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    508 Labrador Blvd, San Marcos, TX 78666
    Income Restricted
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,150
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  • A living room with a green couch and a brown couch.
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    1650 River Road, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,118+
  • A living room with brown leather chairs and a wooden coffee table.
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    117 Joyful Lane, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $999+
    2 BEDS $1,175+
  • an open living room with a pool table
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    1451 Sadler Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,050+
  • a living room with a couch and a door to a bathroom
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    490 Barnes Dr., San Marcos, TX 78666
    STUDIO Ask for Pricing
    1 BED $1,060
  • A living room with a white couch, a coffee table, and a large painting on the wall.
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    502 Commercial Lp, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,129+
  • A living room with a grey sofa, a green armchair, and a television mounted on the wall.
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    1650 Harris Hill Road, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,191+
  • A living room with a black couch, a television, and a painting on the wall.
    Today

    433 W San Antonio St, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $1,200
  • A kitchen with wooden cabinets and a white oven.
    Today

    1642 Post Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666
    1 BED $745

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  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
    22
    Today

    1050 Wittenburgh, Kyle, TX 78640
    STUDIO $1,121+
    1 BED $1,095+
  • a living room with a couch and a rug
    14
    Today

    4300 Cromwell Drive, Kyle, TX 78640
    STUDIO $1,064+
    1 BED $1,135+
  • a living room with a blue couch and a fireplace
    33
    Today

    828 Bebee Road, Kyle, TX 78640
    1 BED $935+
    2 BEDS $1,150+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a television
    11
    Today

    677 Creekside Way, New Braunfels, TX 78130
    1 BED $924+
  • a living room with couches and a fireplace
    46
    Today

    210 South Amberwood, Kyle, TX 78640
    1 BED $987+
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Getting around in San Marcos, TX

15 /100
Car-Dependent
23 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 15, Bike Score®: 23

Frequently asked questions

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

Prices and availability in San Marcos, TX were last updated on 1 Dec 2025.

What are the best apartments in San Marcos, TX?

The best apartments in San Marcos, TX are: The 1856 Apartments, Westfield, River Oaks Villas Apartments, Savannah Club and Champions Crossing.

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

In San Marcos 70% of the housing is rented out compared to 30% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 24% of San Marcos’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 62% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 12% are single-family rentals.

Apartments in San Marcos, TX under $1,200

Balancing snug and cheap is no joke when it comes to renting a place to live. “Are there any apartments near me under $1,200?” 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 308 apartments for rent in San Marcos, TX on which you’ll spend less than $1,200. 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 $1,200

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 $1,200. The average rental size in San Marcos, TX is 913 Sqft, but the $1,200 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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