Austin metro, TX relocation guide
Moving to San Marcos, TX
$360,000Median listing price
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About San Marcos
A city of ~67,000 (2020 census: 67,553) on I-35 about 45 minutes south of Austin and 45 minutes north of San Antonio — and home to Texas State University. San Marcos blends a lively college town with a historic river town: the spring-fed San Marcos River runs through it at a constant 72°F, drawing tubers, kayakers, and swimmers year-round.
Home prices in San Marcos
The median listing price in San Marcos is $360,000.
Top places in San Marcos
- The San Marcos River — tubing, kayaking, and glass-bottom boat tours on Spring Lake via The Meadows Center for Water and the Environment.
- Wonder World Park — earthquake-formed cave, anti-gravity house, and wildlife park.
- Downtown San Marcos — historic square, restaurants, and shops around the 1908 Hays County Courthouse.
- San Marcos Premium Outlets and Tanger Outlets.
- Texas State University campus and Bobcat football.
- Rio Vista Falls and City Park river access.
Commuting from San Marcos
- Approximate typical drive to downtown Austin: about 40–50 minutes via I-35 in normal traffic.
San Marcos FAQs
- What is the housing market like in San Marcos, TX?
The median listing price in San Marcos is $360,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from San Marcos, TX?
Approximate typical drive to downtown Austin: about 40–50 minutes via I-35 in normal traffic.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.