
1409 Highland Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
What This House Offers
Welcome to 1409 Highland Drive, a fully renovated and move-in-ready rental home situated on the hill in the heart of San Marcos on a generous .55-acre lot.... Conveniently located near Texas State University, the property offers easy access to campus, with a university shuttle stop approximately two blocks away. Schulle Canyon Natural Area and the LBJ Drive Trailhead are also nearby for hiking and outdoor recreation. This beautifully updated home features three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Inside, you will find modern finishes, new tile flooring throughout, a striking fireplace surround, and a completely redesigned kitchen with leathered quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, and new appliances, including a Bosch dishwasher, GE convection oven with air-fry capability, built-in microwave and vent hood, and brushed stainless-steel refrigerator. Both bathrooms feature coordinating quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinetry, custom glass shower doors, and updated lighting and plumbing fixtures. Major improvements include a new roof and gutters, new HVAC system, new water heater, updated whole-house plumbing, and all-new electrical wiring. Additional features include new windows and blinds, hardwired security cameras, and enhanced exterior lighting. The backyard offers a private pool area with a new pergola and concrete patio, new fencing, upgraded pool equipment, fresh landscaping, and newly planted trees, including a Mexican sycamore in the front yard and an Anacua tree in the backyard. This thoughtfully renovated home combines modern comfort, privacy, and convenient access to Texas State University, downtown San Marcos, parks, trails, shopping, and dining.
Unit
- $2,500
Total Monthly Price 12 Month Lease
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1689 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Breakfast Nook
- Ceiling Fans
- Dining Room
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Double Pane Windows
- Fireplace
- Heating
- High Speed Internet Access
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Satellite TV
- Tile Floors
- Washer/Dryer
- Yard
1409 Highland Dr is a single-family home for rent in San Marcos, TX
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1960
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Board and Batten Siding
- Single Family Detached Home
- Composition Roof
- Stone Veneer
- Slab Foundation
- Blown-In Insulation
Interior Spaces
- Open Floorplan
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Recessed Lighting
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Ceiling Fan
- Bookcases
- 1689 Sq Ft Home
- Property has 1 Level
- Window Treatments
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Convection Oven
- Electric Range
- Breakfast Bar
- Bosch Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Tile Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Single Vanity
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Gunite Pool
- Pool
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Pergola
Lot Details
- 23801 Sq Ft Lot
- Private Yard
- Wood Fence
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Level Lot
Location
- City Lot
Schools
- Crockett Elementary School
- Doris Miller Middle School
- San Marcos High School
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- High Speed Internet
- Satellite Dish
- Electric Water Heater
- Electricity Available
- Public Water Source
- Public Sewer
- Vented Exhaust Fan
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2026-07-24
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Legal Lot and Block 13 / 2
- Assessor Parcel Number R30496
- Tenant pays for all utilities
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Highland Terrace I Subdivision
Explore Commute Options
- Drive Time--
- Walk Time--
- Bike Ride Time--
- Public Transit--
About the Listing Agent

Mark Wolfington is a Texas REALTOR® with RE/MAX GO based in New Braunfels, with 40 years of serving buyers and sellers across the I-35 corridor from San Antonio to Austin—including Canyon Lake, San Marcos, Seguin and surrounding communities. Known for a clear, data-driven approach, Mark helps clients make confident decisions with strong market analysis, straightforward communication, and steady guidance from search to closing. He’s especially focused on protecting his clients’ interests. Whether that means sharpening a pricing strategy, negotiating firmly and professionally, or keeping every step of the transaction organized and on track. If you want an agent who’s responsive, detail-oriented, and genuinely committed to making the process smooth, Mark is ready to help.
Area Scores
Walkability
Fairly walkable40 / 100
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable90 / 100
Bikeability
Moderately bikeable60 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active77 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Crockett Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Blanco Vista Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
San Marcos Montessori School
Grades PK-5
Private
Miller Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
San Marcos High School
Grades 9-12
Public
San Marcos Center School
Grades K-12
Private
Data provided by GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Tx. State Univ., San Marcos
Drive: 2 min (1.1 mi)
Discover San Marcos, San Marcos, TX
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1409 Highland Dr proximity to Chestnut Center I & II, Centre At San Marcos, and The Off Center. Chestnut Center I & II is 0.7 miles away, and Centre At San Marcos is within a 14 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1409 Highland Dr are plentiful. Discover 2 parks within 2.5 miles, including Wonder World Park and San Marcos Nature Center (temporarily closed - see website).
Airports
Living in San Marcos provides easy access to Austin-Bergstrom International, located just 50 minutes from 1409 Highland Dr.
Nearby Properties You Might Like
Within 50 Miles of 1409 Highland Dr
Find More Rentals in San Marcos
- Houses with Pets Allowed in San Marcos
- Affordable Houses for Rent in San Marcos
- Fully Furnished Homes for Rent in San Marcos
- Modern Homes for Rent in San Marcos
- Houses for Rent with Pool in San Marcos
- Houses for Rent with a Yard in San Marcos
- Homes for Rent with a Garage in San Marcos
- Houses for Rent with Fireplace in San Marcos
- Houses for Rent with a Patio in San Marcos
- Houses for Rent with Washer and Dryer in San Marcos
- Houses for Rent with Utilities Paid in San Marcos









