Union San Marcos
1354 Thorpe Ln,
San Marcos, TX 78666
$829 - $1,744 Total Monthly Price
Studio - 2 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 April 2026, the average apartment rent in Uptown San Marcos is $738 for a studio, $860 for one bedroom, $917 for two bedrooms, and $1,474 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Uptown San Marcos has decreased by -8.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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491 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$738/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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532 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$860/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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916 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$917/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,125 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,474/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Uptown San Marcos - San Marcos, TX is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Uptown San Marcos - San Marcos, TX offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 5 Minute Walk
Groceries
90
/ 100
Good Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
60
/ 100
Good Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
60
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
50
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Uptown San Marcos - San Marcos, TX from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
30
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
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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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Methodology
† 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 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.