4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in San Marcos, TX
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in San Marcos, Texas as of August 2026. That's +62% higher than the citywide median of $1,404 and +10% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in San Marcos
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in San Marcos
Compare San Marcos's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in Texas
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Texas
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | University Park | $4,560 |
| 2 | Argyle | $4,560 |
| 3 | Flower Mound | $4,450 |
| 4 | Little Elm | $4,230 |
| 5 | Aledo | $4,130 |
| 6 | Justin | $4,030 |
| 7 | Lavon | $3,980 |
| 8 | Keller | $3,870 |
| 9 | Bellaire | $3,850 |
| 10 | Fresno | $3,840 |
| 11 | Royse City | $3,830 |
| 12 | Haslet | $3,830 |
| 13 | Celina | $3,770 |
| 14 | Lakeway | $3,680 |
| 15 | Coppell | $3,610 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than San Marcos.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs San Marcos |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxwell, TX | 11.1 mi | $2,560 | +$280 (+12%) |
| Kyle, TX | 12.6 mi | $2,880 | +$600 (+26%) |
| New Braunfels, TX | 15.6 mi | $2,490 | +$210 (+9%) |
| Wimberley, TX | 16.2 mi | $2,410 | +$130 (+6%) |
| Buda, TX | 16.3 mi | $2,900 | +$620 (+27%) |
| Lockhart, TX | 20 mi | $2,560 | +$280 (+12%) |
| Seguin, TX | 23.4 mi | $2,020 | $-260 (-11%) |
| Canyon Lake, TX | 24.3 mi | $2,300 | +$20 (+1%) |
| Dripping Springs, TX | 26.4 mi | $2,750 | +$470 (+21%) |
| Cibolo, TX | 27.6 mi | $3,360 | +$1,080 (+47%) |
| Schertz, TX | 30.8 mi | $2,870 | +$590 (+26%) |
| Del Valle, TX | 31.3 mi | $2,680 | +$400 (+18%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in San Marcos — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in San Marcos?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in San Marcos, Texas is $2,280 per month. This is +62% higher than the citywide median of $1,404.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in San Marcos?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $91,200 ($7,600/month gross), which works out to roughly $43.85/hour at a full-time job.
Is San Marcos expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
San Marcos's 4+ bedroom median of $2,280 is +10% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 40th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does San Marcos rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Texas?
Among the 246 cities in Texas with 4+ bedroom data, San Marcos ranks #94 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near San Marcos?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Seguin ($2,020).