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210 North Edward Gary St,
San Marcos, TX 78666
$839 - $1,609 | Studio - 4 Beds
Uptown San Marcos
San Marcos, TX
Uptown San Marcos - San Marcos, TX
Area Guide
Home of the Texas State University’s sports scene and more
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A part of the Millview West area, Uptown San Marcos borders Texas State University, home of the Bobcats. Of course, this neighborhood is a clear option for students and those who work at the university, but anyone can enjoy the amenities available in Uptown San Marcos. Sports lovers will fall in Iove with this area. Uptown San Marcos houses several of Texas State University’s sports facilities including Bobcat Stadium, Bobcat Track & Field Stadium, and Bobcat Ballpark. There is also a skate park in the neighborhood. Outdoor enthusiasts and dog lovers frequent Sewell Park, a beautiful natural area along the San Marcos River featuring a dog park, volleyball courts, tube rentals, and picnic areas. You can even catch graduates celebrating by jumping in the river after commencement.
Catering to the student population, Uptown San Marcos is filled with trendy cafes, cozy coffee shops, and diverse eateries serving everything from Texas barbecue to late-night fast food. All of these amenities are within a few blocks of each other, adding convenience to everyday life. Whether you’re renting your first off-campus apartment or want your home to be close to amenities, Uptown San Marcos is a great location for renters.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Uptown San Marcos is $917 for a studio, $941 for one bedroom, $1,194 for two bedrooms, and $1,549 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Uptown San Marcos has increased by 1.0% in the past year.
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Studio
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491 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$917/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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532 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$941/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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916 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,194/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,125 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,549/month
Average Rent
Transportation
72
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
62
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- San Marcos Nature Center (temporarily closed - see website)
- Wonder World Park
- San Marcos Aquatic Resources Center
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Austin-Bergstrom International
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.