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Cottages at San Marcos, San Marcos

1415, Craddock Ave, San Marcos, 78666, United States
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2.3 mi from City Center
( 8m. 51m. 51m)
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Texas State University | 1.95 mi
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gym
swimming pool
game room
Wi-Fi

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About the Property

Cottages at San Marcos provides residents with modern student accommodation located at 1415 Craddock Ave, 78666, United States, offering well-designed apartments that make students feel comfortable, private, and convenient. These apartments include units that have fully furnished 3B, 4B, 5B, & 6B, thus offering a variety of choices to the residents. With Texas State University just an 11-minute drive from the apartments, The Cottages San Marcos offers an excellent place to reside for those who wish to live near the university and benefit from top-notch residential facilities.

San Marcos remains popular among American students due to its active university life and developing economy. According to Numbeo, the Safety Index of the city is 67.2 (2025), which shows that the level of safety in San Marcos is relatively high. As estimated by the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of people residing in San Marcos was 74,316 in 2024, and according to labor statistics, the unemployment rate amounted to approximately 3.9% at the beginning of 2026. Students choosing the Cottages in San Marcos benefit from excellent career prospects and easy access to both Austin and San Antonio. These advantages continue to make student housing in San Marcos highly sought after by domestic and international students alike.

Features

The Cottages San Marcos TX provides well-thought-out apartments where students can enjoy both privacy and community life. The students have an option of selecting among 6 Bedroom 6 Bathroom, 5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom, 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom, and 3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom units, offering them convenient interiors for their studies and leisure activities. Each apartment comes fully equipped with a private room, private bathroom, shared kitchen, walk-in closets, study desk, storage, seating in the living room, stainless steel appliances, refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, granite countertops, ceiling fan, individual heating, and air conditioning. No doubt it is one of the best places to live in San Marcos, TX!

Beyond the apartments themselves, Cottage Apartments San Marcos provides an impressive collection of community amenities designed to enrich the student experience. Residents can enjoy Wi-Fi, study rooms, a huge clubhouse, a resort-style pool with a swim-up cantina bar, a hammock beach area, a sauna and steam room, 24/7 fitness center, pilates and zumba room, gym, game room with billiards, foosball, and more, tanning bed, basketball courts, sand volleyball courts, private shuttle Bus, outdoor fire pits, and BBQ grills. These facilities encourage a balanced lifestyle where students can stay active, socialize, and unwind after classes.

Location and What's Hot?

The excellent location of Cottages at San Marcos places students close to everything they need for a comfortable and enjoyable university experience. This prime location has made the Cottages San Marcos a popular choice for students looking for well-connected apartments near the Texas State University campus. The McCoy College of Business is an easy access of 8 mins drive where as Austin Community College is a 20-minute drive. These facilities encourage students to maintain a suitable cost of living in San Marcos.

Running errands on a day-to-day basis is made easy because of the availability of grocery stores nearby like Target Grocery, Lone Star Family Market #6, and Poco Loco Supermercado #20, all of which are just a stone’s throw away from the home. Health-related needs are well catered for, given that there is an availability of healthcare services close by like Premier ER & Urgent Care San Marcos, as well as Genoa Healthcare, Walgreens Pharmacy, and CVS Pharmacy.

Another option available to people living in Cottages is that there are various places of entertainment located around the neighborhood. There are several dining spots such as Sunny's Pizza & Wings, Chepo's Mexican Restaurant, and The Pita Shop that provide a great dining experience. Students who love coffee will surely have a great time visiting Triple Six Social, which serves good food and acts as an ideal place for studying or just hanging out. In the evening and on weekends, Zelicks Icehouse and The Taproom can be visited. Those interested in exploring the city can discover local attractions such as the LBJ Museum, the iconic San Marcos Mermaid Statue, Rio Vista Park, and the colourful San Marcos Mural, all located a short drive away. The combination of shopping, dining, recreation, and cultural attractions makes Cottage San Marcos TX an excellent place to experience student life beyond the classroom.

Commute

The residents of the Cottages San Marcos TX benefit greatly from the easy transportation links available, which makes travel throughout the city a breeze. The nearest train station, San Marcos Train Station, can be accessed via a drive of merely 8 minutes from the accommodation premises. For those who prefer air travel, San Marcos Regional Airport is just 17 minutes away from the place of stay. The Cottages at San Marcos provides a private shuttle bus service directly to campus, saving you time and parking stress. Combined with its access to Texas State University, excellent road connectivity, and proximity to public transport, student housing in San Marcos offers residents a well-connected and hassle-free lifestyle throughout the academic year.

Amenities

Shared Community And Utilities

Wi-Fi
Study Rooms
Huge Clubhouse

Fitness And Recreation

Resort-Style Pool with Swim-Up Cantina Bar
Hammock Beach Area
Sauna and Steam Room
24/7 State-of-the-Art Fitness Center
Pilates and Zumba Room
Gym

Property Services

Private Shuttle Bus

Outdoor Features

Outdoor Fire Pits
BBQ Grills

Room Types (4)

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All (4)
6B (1)
5B (1)
4B (1)
3B (1)

6B

An apartment with six bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom
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2

6 Bedroom 6 Bathroom

Available from: 15 Aug, 2026·From: $789/month
6B
Private Room
Private Bathroom
Shared Kitchen

5B

An apartment with five bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom
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2

5 Bedroom 5 Bathroom

Available from: 15 Aug, 2026·From: $825/month
5B
Private Room
Private Bathroom
Shared Kitchen

4B

An apartment with four bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom
Room type image
1

4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom

Available from: 15 Aug, 2026·From: $910/month
4B
Private Room
Private Bathroom
Shared Kitchen

3B

An apartment with three bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom
Room type image
2

3 Bedroom 3 Bathroom

Available from: 15 Aug, 2026·From: $935/month
3B
Private Room
Private Bathroom
Shared Kitchen

House Rules

Cancellation Policies
  • Replacement Tenant Accepted
    You may relet your apartment by finding a new resident who must pass the screening and sign a new lease.
  • Room allocation
  • Room allocation
    Students can indicate specific room number or location preferences during the booking process, and the Amber team will accommodate these preferences wherever possible, based on availability.
  • Renewal policy
  • Renewal policy
    Students who wish to extend their stay can contact the Amber team for renewal or rebooking at the same accommodation. Our team will support the renewal process and help students secure a suitable room of their choice. Students are encouraged to reach out early to ensure they can rebook the same room or another room of their choice at the same property.
  • Check in guide
  • Check in guide
    Approximately 2–4 weeks prior to the scheduled move-in date, students will receive check-in instructions via email. This communication will include the steps required to select a check-in date and time slot, complete necessary documentation, and settle any outstanding payments prior to arrival.
  • Early check in policy
  • Early check in policy
    Early check-in requests can be shared in advance with the Amber team. Our team will do a feasibility check to facilitate early check-in requests based on room readiness and availability. Additional charges may apply where applicable.
  • Pets
  • Pets
    Pet Allowed Yes, this is a pet-friendly community! Some breed restrictions and fees apply, so reach out to residents team for all the details!
  • Payment and Fees

    Booking Deposit

    Application fee and Admin fee are due upon application completion.

    Security Deposit

    Security Deposit varies based on screening results.

    Pay In Instalment

    Rent can be paid either in full or in monthly instalments. If rent is paid in monthly instalments, rent is due on 1st of every month.

    Mode Of Payment

    Credit Card, Debit Card, Money order, Cashiers Check

    PayPal
    VISA
    AMEX

    Guarantor Requirement

    A Guarantor is required to book at the property. If you don't have a guarantor, you can wither self-qualify or use third-party guarantor service.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I come and visit?

    Yes, and they hope you do!

    What does by-the-bed mean?

    At the property, every resident has their own individual lease agreement. In shared apartments with two or more bedrooms, each person is responsible for their portion of the rent and utilities.

    Do you allow couples?

    Couples are welcome to rent individual rooms within the same apartment. They do not offer double occupancy in the same bedroom.

    What do you look for in applicants?

    They rent to any applicant who meets their qualifying standards. All residents will undergo a background check and all guarantors will undergo a credit screening and must provide income verification.

    What do you need from me to reserve a room/apartment?

    In order to guarantee your bed space, they will need a signed lease agreement. Leases are generated once your application is complete, and your screening has been approved.

    Do I need any special documents or paperwork to submit my application?

    While completing your application you will have the ability to upload a copy of your identification. They will need this on file prior to your move-in, so you can save some time by uploading it at the time of application. They will also need proof of income from your guarantor when they complete their portion of the application.

    How long does it take to get approved?

    Most applications are approved within 24-48 hours.

    Do I need a guarantor and what if I can't provide one?

    Most applicants require a guarantor to provide the income verification, aside from any student loans, required to meet the income requirement and ensure you are able to make the monthly installment payments. If you do not have a guarantor, you can either try to self-qualify using your own income or apply to use a third-party guarantor service.

    I am not a student, can I still apply?

    Yes, all prospective residents are welcome to apply. They rent to any applicant who meets their qualifying standards.

    What’s included in my rent?

    Monthly installments include high-speed internet, parking, shuttle access, and access to all community amenities.

    What’s not included in my rent?

    Water, sewage, electricity, and valet trash are not included in the monthly rental installment. The property partners with a third-party billing service to conveniently add the water, sewage, and electric bill to resident ledgers each month. Valet trash is also added to resident ledgers.

    Can I live with my friends?

    Yes, as part of the online application you’ll have the ability to add future roommates to your application to create a roommate group. If your friends have already applied, there is also the option of listing their names on the application to ensure you are placed together in the same unit.

    Do you provide a roommate matching service?

    Yes, they provide a roommate matching service. Part of the application involves a roommate questionnaire where they ask about your academic focus, study habits, and social life. They use the answers from these questions to pare you with roommates in your selected floorplan and self-identified gender that they think will be a match.

    How do you decide who I live with?

    They use a roommate matching service in their property management software. Part of the application involves a roommate questionnaire where they ask about your academic focus, study habits, and social life. They use the answers from these questions to pair you with roommates in your selected floorplan and self-identified gender that they think will be a match.

    What should I prepare for if one of my roommates is moving out?

    If one of your roommates is moving out there is nothing that you’ll need to do because each resident is on his or her own individual lease agreement.

    How are resident disputes handled?

    When resident disputes do arise the onsite management team will host a roommate mitigation, meeting with all involved roommates individually and/or as a group to help resolve the matter and come to a mutually agreed upon solution. As needs arise, they do allow for resident transfers to a new unit.

    Can I choose which room I live in within the residence?

    They do not allow for selection of an individual bedroom within a unit. The individual lease agreement is for a specific floor plan and – depending on the floor plan – bedroom type, not for a specific unit or bedroom. They do take bedroom preferences into account when placing residents, but all future roommates must agree to the preference.

    Can I change rooms if I am unhappy with my allocated roommate?

    Yes, if roommate mitigation efforts have been unsuccessful, they do allow for residents to transfer to another unit. Transfer opportunities are dependent upon availability in same-gender units of the same floor plan.

    Is there somewhere to park when I am unpacking?

    Please contact the onsite team and review your move-in directions for information on where to park when you arrive at the community and are ready to begin unpacking.

    Will there be someone to collect my keys from?

    Yes, reference the move-in direction for information on where to go and when to arrive in order to pick-up your keys on move-in day.

    What are the property rules? For example, how are quiet hours decided?

    The property rules are outlined in the lease agreement. Reference the lease agreement for information on apartment and community guidelines.

    What kitchen appliances are included?

    Each cottage is equipped with a refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, stove, oven, washer and dryer.

    What furniture is included?

    Their apartment homes are fully furnished. They provide both common area and bedroom furniture. This includes a couch, chair, coffee table, end table, entertainment center, bar stools, a queen-size bed with a headboard, mattress, dresser, nightstand, desk, and desk chair.

    Can I personalize my room?

    Yes, you can personalize your room. They just ask that you are conscious of not doing damage to the room beyond normal wear-and-tear. Damages such as holes larger than a quarter must be addressed prior to your move-out or you will be charged for the cost of repairing the damages.

    Are there laundry facilities?

    Yes, each apartment is equipped with in-unit laundry facilities.

    Is there post service?

    Yes, every unit will have a mailbox available for use by the U.S. Postal Service. All residents in an apartment will share the same mailbox.

    Do I have Wi-Fi?

    Yes! They offer Wi-Fi in all apartments and common community spaces.

    Who is responsible for cleaning my room?

    Residents are responsible for cleaning their own bedrooms and shared living rooms. The community does not offer a cleaning service. Units are inspected one per quarter to ensure the unit is being kept in livable condition and that any damages caused by the residents don’t lead to unsanitary living conditions.

    Who is responsible for cleaning the communal areas?

    Roommates are responsible for keeping the common areas of their unit cleaned, as this is a shared space among all of the residents.

    Can we have a party?

    Gatherings are allowed in the units but all residents must abide by the property rules outlined in the lease agreement. Reference the lease agreement for information on apartment and community guidelines, including the outlined quiet hours.

    Can I park on site?

    Yes! There is on-site parking for residents, and it is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

    How do I report maintenance?

    If you have a maintenance need in your unit, they ask that you submit it as a work order via the Resident Portal app. This allows their team to track maintenance requests and communicate updates to you on the status of the repair and/or replacement as needed, depending on the nature of your work order. Most work orders are completed within 24 hours.

    What happens once I have reported maintenance?

    After reporting a maintenance need a member of their maintenance team will review the ticket and reach out if entry confirmation is needed. While submitting the ticket, residents have the option of allowing entry to their unit/bedroom for the work order to be completed or request that entry be confirmed prior to the work order being addressed. Most work orders can be completed in a single visit but sometimes a part order is required.

    How do I report a maintenance issue after hours?

    After-hours maintenance requests can also be submitted via the Resident Portal app. In the event of an emergency work order, such as flooding, please call the property phone number and their after-hours call service will contact the on-call maintenance team member. For life-threatening emergencies, such as a fire, residents should also contact 9-1-1.

    Who can I speak to if I have a personal problem?

    Their onsite management team is available to speak with residents regarding problems with their roommates, financial hardships that are impacting their ability to make installment payments, or other in-unit or community concerns.

    Are pets allowed?

    Yes, they are a pet-friendly community! Some breed restrictions and fees apply, so reach out to their team for all the details!

    Do I need renters insurance?

    Yes, all residents are required to carry liability insurance per the terms of the lease agreement.

    Do I have privacy in the apartment?

    Yes, residents have sole access to their bed space within the apartment. The living room and kitchen are considered common areas shared by all residents, but most bedrooms are single occupancy for added privacy. Bathroom offerings vary by floor plan.

    Who do I contact in the case of an emergency?

    After-hours maintenance requests can also be submitted via the Resident Portal app. In the event of an emergency work order, such as flooding, please call the property phone number and their after-hours call service will contact the on-call maintenance team member. For life-threatening emergencies, such as a fire, residents should also contact 9-1-1.

    What do I need to do before I move out?

    Contact the onsite management team before moving out. They will provide information about what steps you need to complete, including how to return your keys.

    Can I pay extra for my room to be cleaned?

    No, they do not offer room cleaning services. Residents are welcome to contract a cleaning service to clean the room on their behalf, but the onsite management team is not responsible for arranging the cleaners, providing access to the unit, or paying for the cleaning service.

    How do I return my keys?

    Keys must be returned to the leasing office on Move Out Day or during regular business hours to an office team member.

    Can I store my stuff and collect it later?

    Onsite storage is not offered in their community.
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