423 Salamander, San Marcos
San Marcos, Texas — Homes for Sale & Community Guide
San Marcos sits right in the middle of the Austin–San Antonio corridor along I‑35, in Hays County. It is one of Central Texas’s fastest‑growing cities, powered by Texas State University, the spring‑fed San Marcos River, and some of the best outlet shopping in the state. For buyers, that mix means strong long‑term demand, a deep rental market, and a wide range of homes — from historic bungalows near The Square to brand‑new master‑planned communities.
Why buyers choose San Marcos
- Location: about 30 minutes to Austin and 50 minutes to San Antonio, with quick access to Kyle, Buda, Wimberley, New Braunfels, and Canyon Lake.
- Texas State University: a campus of roughly 38,000 students that anchors the local economy and the rental market — a major draw for investors and parents of students.
- The river and the outdoors: the clear, 72°F San Marcos River, Sewell Park, Rio Vista Falls, and the Meadows Center make tubing, paddling, and swimming a way of life.
- Shopping: the San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets draw visitors from across Texas.
- Value: pricing that often lands between Austin and San Antonio, with new construction still available.
Explore San Marcos real estate
- San Marcos Homes for Sale — browse all active listings.
- San Marcos New Construction — new builds and master‑planned communities.
- San Marcos Communities & Neighborhoods — Kissing Tree, Blanco Vista, La Cima, Whisper, and more.
- Homes Near Texas State University — student, parent, and investor options.
- San Marcos Schools — San Marcos CISD and area districts.
- San Marcos Lifestyle — river, downtown, dining, and things to do.
- San Marcos Market Report — current prices and trends.
Nearby Central Texas cities
Comparing areas along the corridor? Explore New Braunfels, Seguin, Canyon Lake, and San Antonio real estate.
Thinking about buying or selling in San Marcos? Contact us or call or text 210‑625‑5888 and we will help you find the right home or price yours to sell.
San Marcos Homes for Sale
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