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Studio Homes for Sale in San Marcos, TX

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    $1,410,000

    • Land
    • 46.91 Acres
    • $30,058 per Acre

    Tbd Hugo Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

    Are you looking for unobstructed Hill Country views between San Marcos and Wimberly? You wont find many on the market in this area. Just an hour north of San Antonio and 40 minutes from Austin lies this amazing 47-acre tract of land and a virtual blank canvas ready for whatever you can imagine. Limitless possibilities await you! It is one of the few remaining tracts offering quiet seclusion,

    Matt Thigpen Brand X Land & Ranch

    Tbd Hugo Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    $3,269,700

    • Land
    • 72.66 Acres
    • $45,000 per Acre

    1215 Hilliard Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

    PRICE REDUCEDSmall Texas Hill Country ranch close to San Marcos and Texas State University with improvements consisting of a 2406 SF home built in 1910 (per Hays CAD), guest cottage, various outbuildings and rustic barns typical of a ranch established in the early 1900s.The property also includes an approx. 40' x 80' metal storage/equipment shop. Perimeter and cross-fences are in

    Don Inc. Don Quick & Associates, Inc.

    1215 Hilliard Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    $315,000

    • Land
    • 8.67 Acres
    • $36,332 per Acre

    1100 Alpine Trail, San Marcos, TX 78666

    Well and multiple electric meters on site! Property is ready for you to build your dream home. Enter through your own private locked gate and continue down the caliche drive to several flat buildable homesites. This property boasts large mature trees and an abundance of wildlife. Enjoy country living less than 20 minutes from downtown San Marcos. Call, text or email today for a showing.

    John Dean TX Rec Land Real Estate

    1100 Alpine Trail, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    $869,900

    • Land
    • 21 Acres
    • $41,424 per Acre

    901 Piedras Pass, San Marcos, TX 78666

    Come to this oasis just 10 minutes outside of San Marcos awaits 21 acres ready for you to build offering some beautiful views, pond in place, well and electric onsite. Ready for your dream home or could be an amazing multi-generational property. Great deep well (800' with larger casing) original to the old ranch, with new casing and great production and electric brought up the center to serve

    Traci Phillips Homestead & Ranch Real Estate

    901 Piedras Pass, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    $4,330,000

    • Land
    • 173 Acres
    • $25,029 per Acre

    1835 Lehmann Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

    173.2 Acres ROCKY CREEK RANCH, Guadalupe County1835 Lehmann Rd, San Marcos, TX, 78666Description: Located less than 10 minutes from San Marcos, Rocky Creek ranch showcases gently rolling terrain, multiple stocked ponds, a wet-weather creek, and mature hardwoods thatframe the creek bottoms. The land offers an attractive blend of open pasture and scenic elevation with several prime

    Robert Dullnig Dullnig Ranches/ Kuper Sotheby's

    1835 Lehmann Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666
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    $3,800,000

    • Land
    • 88 Acres
    • $43,182 per Acre

    3111 Hugo Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

    88 acres CAVE CREEK RANCH, HAYS CO3111 Hugo Rd/ CR 214, Wimberley, TX 78666Situated just 6 miles south of Wimberley and 9 miles west of San Marcos, Cave Creek Ranch offers 88 beautiful acres of meticulously maintained Hill Country land. With 2,400 feet of frontage on paved Hugo Road, this turnkey property boasts a stunning landscape of rolling hills, native hardwoods, and a

    Robert Dullnig Dullnig Ranches/ Kuper Sotheby's

    3111 Hugo Rd, San Marcos, TX 78666

Why Live in San Marcos

The crystal-clear San Marcos River flows through the heart of this Central Texas city, maintaining a constant 72-degree temperature year-round and creating endless opportunities for tubing, swimming, and kayaking. Texas State University brings a youthful energy to San Marcos, with Bobcat games at Bobcat Stadium and performances at the Performing Arts Center drawing crowds throughout the year. The historic downtown square buzzes with live music at venues like the legendary Cheatham Street Warehouse and The Marc, while local dining spots such as Palmer's Restaurant Bar & Courtyard and Root Cellar Cafe serve up Texas Hill Country cuisine. Nature flourishes at the 1,000-acre Purgatory Creek Natural Area and Five Mile Dam Park, where residents enjoy hiking trails and picnic areas along the riverbank.

The San Marcos housing market features a diverse range of options. The median single-family home price in San Marcos is $365,000, with neighborhood prices varying significantly. Downtown San Marcos commands a median price of $384,900 for single-family homes, while Rio Vista presents more affordable options at $220,000. One-bedroom condos have a median price of $192,400, while two-bedroom condos typically sell for $375,200. Townhomes in San Marcos have a median price of $386,900.

San Marcos maintains a cost of living 11% below the national average. A family with school-age children needs approximately $94,000 annually to live comfortably, while renters require about $49,000. Property taxes in Hays County stand at 1.73%, higher than neighboring Comal County at 1.21%. The city has no state income tax, and the combined sales tax rate is 8.20%. Groceries cost 6.6% below the national average, and gas prices average $3.097 per gallon. The public Jack C. Hays High School earned an A minus rating, while the private San Marcos Academy received an A plus rating across all grade levels. Texas State University adds educational opportunities and cultural depth to the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average home price in San Marcos, TX?
Homes for sale in San Marcos, TX have an average home price of $476,358.
Are home prices dropping in San Marcos?
Yes, home prices in San Marcos are down 2% in the last 12 months.
How many homes have sold over the last 12 months in San Marcos, TX?
442 homes have sold in San Marcos, TX over the last 12 months.
Is San Marcos, TX a safe city?
In general, the safest neighborhoods in San Marcos, TX with lower crime scores are Hughson Heights, Oak Heights, Castle Forest, Westover and Willow Creek.
What are the most popular zip codes in San Marcos, TX?
The most popular zip codes in San Marcos, TX include 78666, 78655, 78638, 78132 and 78644.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in San Marcos, TX?
The most popular neighborhoods in San Marcos, TX with the most homes for sale are Castle Forest, Dunbar, Hunter's Hill, Blanco Gardens and Millview West.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in San Marcos?
The median home price in San Marcos is $364,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $73,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,790 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $77K a year to afford the median home price in San Marcos. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator.
How are the schools in San Marcos, TX?
San Marcos, TX has highly rated public and private schools. Some of the best schools in San Marcos based on Niche Grades are San Marcos Baptist Academy, Blanco Vista Elementary School and Hill Country Christian School Of San Marcos. The neighborhoods in San Marcos with the highest rated schools are Hughson Heights, Oak Heights and Southwest Hills. Browse all the schools in San Marcos, TX to learn more.

Home Trends in San Marcos, TX

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$345,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$345,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$390,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$123,450
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$222
Number of Homes for Sale
169
Last 12 months Home Sales
442
Months of Supply
4.60
Median List Price
$364,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
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