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.
DAYS ON MARKET
8
LAST UPDATED
7/30/2026
TRACT
Highland Terrace I
YEAR BUILT
1960
COUNTY
Hays
STATUS
Active
PROPERTY TYPE(S)
Rental Properties
PRICE HISTORY
Prior to Jul 30, '26
$2,800
Jul 30, '26 - Today
$2,500
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
AIR CONDITIONING
Yes
APPLIANCES
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater
CONSTRUCTION
Blown-In Insulation, Stone Veneer
EXTERIOR
Private Yard
FIREPLACE
Yes
HEAT
Central, Electric
INTERIOR
Bookcases, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting
LOT
0.5464 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION
City Lot, Level
POOL
Yes
POOL DESCRIPTION
Outdoor Pool, Gunite, In Ground, Private
SEWER
Public Sewer
STORIES
1
STYLE
Traditional
SUBDIVISION
Highland Terrace I
UTILITIES
Electricity Available
VIEW DESCRIPTION
None
WATER
Public
WATER ACCESS
None
MORTGAGE CALCULATOR
TOTAL MONTHLY PAYMENT
0
P
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*Estimate only
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