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The Retreat, San Marcos

1602, Old Ranch Rd 12, San Marcos, 78666, United States
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1.6 mi from City Center
( 5m. 34m. 34m)
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Texas State University | 1.43 mi
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Community Kitchen in the Clubhouse

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About the Property

Looking for the best San Marcos student housing? You should definitely check out The Retreat San Marcos Texas. It is located at 1602, Old Ranch Rd 12, San Marcos, 78666, United States. It offers 2B, 3B, 4B, and 5B apartments near major universities and colleges. This makes traveling to campuses easy. This apartment near Texas State University is an 8-minute drive away.


San Marcos is a lively college town in Central Texas. It has a score of 88/100 in student-friendliness. It has a safety index score of 92.45 and is one of the safest cities for students. With a healthcare index score of 60.19, it guarantees that satisfactory medical facilities are available in the city. It is known for its natural beauty and has a climate index score of 82.65. You can lead a healthy lifestyle, as it has a pollution index score of 6.90. With these features, San Marcos becomes one of the best places to live in Texas.


San Marcos ranks in the top 41% globally for livability. The cost of living for a student is approximately $1,300 to $2,000 per month. This includes food, transport, and your various lifestyle choices, except tuition. Some of the safest and most affordable places to live are Downtown San Marcos, Blanco Gardens, and more. The Retreat San Marcos also offers a good deal for your money with its premium amenities and services. You can also build a career in the fields of education, healthcare, technology, renewable energy, and digital marketing. The job market has seen steady growth, and there is an increase in demand for skilled workers.

Features

In The Retreat San Marcos reviews, some say, "The staff is nice and easy to work with; this really is a great place to live." You can choose to live in a range of options, starting from a Room in 5 Bed-5.5 Bath to a Room in 2 Bed-2.5 Bath. Each apartment has its own set of amenities, and you can choose the one that meets your needs. The rooms are stylish with hardwood-style floors, quartz stone kitchen countertops, and a front porch & private outdoor patio. The high 9 ft ceilings have ceiling fans.


The Retreat San Marcos TX apartments have lovely built-in bookcases so that you can fill them up with your favorite authors. You can catch up on your favorite shows on the flat-screen TV. The full-sized kitchen comes with stainless steel appliances. For your daily necessities, there is a full-sized refrigerator, an ice maker, an oven/range, a garbage disposal, a microwave, a dishwasher, a washer, and a dryer. For your safety and privacy, there is an intrusion alarm and individually locking bedroom doors.


The Retreat San Marcos has many common amenities that will make your stay enjoyable. Social spaces for hangouts include a media area with TV and couch seating, a grassy interior courtyard, outdoor gathering pavilions, a swimming pool with spa and sun deck, and professional BBQ grills. For gaming, there is a recreation center with billiards, a golf simulator, a basketball court, a sand volleyball court, a horseshoe pit, ping-pong tables, and cornhole, foosball, and air hockey. At the community kitchen in the clubhouse, you can enjoy a shared meal and make memorable memories with your friends.


Fitness lovers will appreciate the state-of-the-art fitness center with strength equipment, cardio machines, and free weights at The Retreat San Marcos. For an uninterrupted study and work session, there are group study lounges and an academic success center with iMacs and free printing. You can experience seamless internet included in every unit. You can bike to Texas State University, as it is minutes from the Texas State University School of Engineering and Construction Science. These San Marcos student apartments lie along the Bobcat tram bus route and are a quick walk to the Texas State Student Rec Center.


If any problem arises at The Retreat San Marcos, you can approach the professional on-site management and maintenance team. They have a 24-hour, on-call staff to help and guide the students during their stay here. The courtesy patrol officer (see office for hours of service) keeps the property safe and secure. The bills at San Marcos The Retreat include trash and G2B - high-speed internet up to 1 Gbps included per bed. These essential and amazing services will uplift your student living experience.

Location and What's Hot?

The Retreat San Marcos has college campuses, hangout spots, and local stores in its vicinity. You can study at some of the best colleges in Texas, like the University Church of Christ and the McCoy College of Business. For grocery shopping, there is Target Grocery and 

Poco Loco Supermercado #20. You can buy your medicines in emergencies from Walgreens Pharmacy and Genoa Healthcare.

For herby and cheesy goodness, you can visit Sunny's Pizza & Wings. Don Japanese Kitchen serves traditional Japanese food. Wake the Dead Coffee House and Jo's Cafe are some of the chic and welcoming cafes to get your daily dose of caffeine. To begin a relaxing and chill weekend, you can visit Treff's Tavern and Zelicks Icehouse. You will find these amazing places close to The Retreat San Marcos.


You can go on a shopping spree at San Marcos Premium Outlets. At the San Marcos River, you can float, kayak, or paddleboard on the crystal-clear river. You can also take a glass-bottom boat tour to view the aquatic life and underwater archaeology at the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. Explore the historic artifacts, photographs, and political memorabilia at the LBJ Museum of San Marcos. Art lovers can explore the rotating exhibits from local and regional artists at the San Marcos Art Center. None of your holidays will be boring, as there are so many places to visit during your stay at The Retreat San Marcos.

Commute

In San Marcos, you will have to take a bus wherever you need to go. There are CARTS regional services, which connect you to nearby cities like Austin and Bastrop. They also work within the city, linking residential areas to colleges, shopping malls, and more. You can get on a bus from Highcrest Apartment Homes or Executive Townhomes. These are conveniently located close to The Retreat San Marcos.

Frequently Asked Questions

What paperwork is required with a guarantor?

The guarantor will need to sign the guaranty agreement. If the resident is not of legal age to execute a contract, the guarantor will be required to sign both the lease and guaranty agreement.

What is a guarantor?

To mitigate the risk of delinqueant or defaulting residents, they require applicants to provide someone to guarantee their housing contract.

What is an individual lease?

An individual lease provides each resident with their own separate lease agreement and responsibility for only his/her rental installments and applicable utility and parking charges. By signing an individual lease, you are only taking responsibility for your rental installments and lease terms and will not be held liable for any delinquent amounts owed by your roommate(s).

Am I allowed to request a specific unit?

You can list your preferences on your housing application, and they will do their best to place you in the unit that fits those requests. All requests are served on a first-come, first-served basis and are taken in order based on the date your lease was received.

Can I request specific roommates?

Yes! You can search for and match with specific roommates. Change your mind? No problem! You can modify your matches if your preferences change up until the matching period close date.

Do they have a roommate matching service?

Yes! Their roommate matching program is powered by RoomSync–a roommate-matching app. You will have the opportunity to create a personal profile, search, filter, chat, and match with other residents who will be living in the community. You decide what matters most when narrowing down your search. Do you want a roommate with the same major? You got it! Prefer to live with someone who goes to bed early? No problem! Looking for a roommate who enjoys college football? No sweat! You control your search and matching criteria to find the perfect roommate.

Where is The Retreat located in San Marcos?

The Retreat San Marcos is located near Texas State University, offering students convenient access to campus and local amenities.

Which universities are close to The Retreat San Marcos?

The property is primarily located near Texas State University, making it a popular housing option for its students.

Is San Marcos, TX growing?

San Marcos is ranked as the fastest growing city in the U.S., and the Greater San Marcos Region is one of the fastest growing areas in the country.

What is San Marcos, Texas famous for?

The most iconic feature that sets San Marcos apart is the stunning San Marcos River. Renowned for its clarity and spring-fed purity, the river offers a range of water activities that attract adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.

How much does it cost to live in San Marcos, Texas?

Expect to pay around $19,248/year for housing, $7,680/year for groceries, and $10,584 for goods and services. These costs will vary based on family size and location. The average rent in San Marcos, TX is $1,146, which is 29.5% lower than the national average.

Does it get cold in San Marcos, Texas?

San Marcos winters are quite mild with temperatures usually not dipping to freezing or below. It's certainly not usual to see snow in San Marcos, but every once in a while, we get just enough to play in for about a day before it melts, and we are back in our shorts and tee shirts once more.

Are the apartments at The Retreat furnished?

Yes, most units come fully furnished with beds, study desks, seating areas, and essential appliances.
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