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The cost of independent living in San Marcos is about $3,655 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 229 options.

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Photo of Gemstone at San Marcos
1010 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.3
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60 reviews
9.3
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60 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
28%
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3%
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8%
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This facility has a very warm, welcoming feeling. Everyone seems to really care about the residents and the residents all seem happy.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
A Little More Care, A Lot More LifeExperience what independence redefined looks like here at our assisted living community in San Marcos, Texas. Nestled in the heart of hill country, your new residence could overlook an enclosed courtyard brimming with fragrant flowers, a stunning water fountain,...
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Photo of Pegasus Landing of San Marcos
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.5
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55 reviews
8.5
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55 reviews
5 star
51%
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38%
3 star
9%
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Staff/care is very good. Activities, food good. Cleanliness is good. Room is old and in need of updating. Work orders submitted are slow to be addressed.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Pegasus Landing welcomes older adults to experience highly rated senior living in San Marcos, Texas. Our responsive team makes daily life more fulfilling with kindness and integrity, removing the hassles of chores through thoughtfully maintenance-free living. For those who have memory loss,...
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1111 Photos available
8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
31%
3 star
19%
2 star
6%
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It is very difficult to see the decline of my brother's mental state. But what I have seen here is that his Care has been great in that the caregivers really show compassion and caring for these residents. I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of The Waterford on HuebnerCommunity card badge
55 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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158 reviews
9.9
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158 reviews
5 star
70%
4 star
18%
3 star
8%
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I'm in love with my apartment; activity accessibility is very good and plentiful; there is nice variety of menu choices; all staff is personable and helpful...from the bottom to the top. All of us residents,...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Let our desired amenities and convenient services spur you into experiencing an exciting life at The Waterford on Huebner. Our Independent Living community in San Antonio, Texas, features thoughtfully designed studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans and a full calendar of activities and social...
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Photo of The Isle at Cedar Ridge
2020 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.9
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58 reviews
9.9
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58 reviews
5 star
71%
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Our overall all experience is 5 stars. There are a variety of activities, including bingo, movie watching, and crafts. There is a salon on site that provides nail trims, hair cuts and styling. There are a...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Discover luxurious senior living at The Isle at Cedar Ridge in Cedar Park, Texas. Just north of Austin, this vibrant community offers high-quality assisted living with thoughtful amenities and a dynamic social atmosphere.Conveniently located off North Highway 183, the community offers easy access...
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1919 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.8
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191 reviews
9.8
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191 reviews
5 star
77%
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3 star
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Remember The Waterford at Thousand Oaks for Independent Living in San Antonio, Texas. Our blend of desired amenities and convenient services offers residents a vibrant lifestyle with the independence they expect and deserve. From thoughtfully designed studio, one- and two-bedroom floor plans to...
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2222 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.8
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53 reviews
9.8
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53 reviews
5 star
71%
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When a loved one passes or we can no longer maintain a home, the best recourse is to find a place where we can have a useful quality of life. The choices of places are numerous, but we need a place that will...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Village on the Park - Onion Creek is an independent living - assisted living community located in Austin, TX. Austin is located in Travis County and is home to just over 912,000 people. Austin is a fun city where residents can enjoy dancing, shopping, going out to great restaurants, going to...
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1212 Photos available
1111 Floor plans available
9.8
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30 reviews
9.8
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30 reviews
5 star
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Mam and I toured several places before visiting the Gardens. Immediately after we walked out the door she said "this is the place!" and she moves in a couple of weeks later. Since that day the staff has been...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our Assisted Living and Memory Care community offers a homelike, apartment-style living with all meals, snacks, social activities and wellness programs included in your one monthly fee.We have 24-hour, compassionate associates on site to care for your loved one day and night, whether they are...
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Photo of The Waterford at Shavano ParkCommunity card badge
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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65 reviews
9.7
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65 reviews
5 star
68%
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3 star
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The experience was great and [name removed] was very very good. However, technology [name removed] it's ugly head and the fax machine wasn't working, but the staff was unaware so we kept trying to fax mom's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our pet-friendly community in San Antonio, Texas, offers both assisted living for seniors needing a little help with day-to-day activities and memory care for those who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or another type of dementia.As an assisted living resident at our community, you’ll relish...
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1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion
9.7
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132 reviews
9.7
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132 reviews
5 star
66%
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5 everywhere. [name removed] is wonderful but she could do a bit better for returning phone calls. Staff seems to be excellent, same with food, based upon reports from the tenant. Facilities seem up to par.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Clairmont is an affordable all-inclusive retirement community, conveniently located in N.W. Austin and just minutes from shops, restaurants and hospitals. A Sunshine Retirement Living Community, we offer newly remodeled apartments with kitchenettes, new appliances, and private patios with...
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Photo of Provident Crossings Retirement Resort
1212 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.7
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68 reviews
9.7
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68 reviews
5 star
61%
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3 star
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[removed name] and I took the tour with [removed names] was sold. Everyone we have met are friendly and so gracious. We would highly recommend Provident Crossing to all our friends. Also the food is...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provident Crossings is the Austin area's newest independent living community. Provident Crossing Retirement Resort comprises 128 apartments for adults 55 and over — including studio apartments, one, two, and three-bedroom suites and a variety of floor plans. Provident Crossing is an all-inclusive...
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Photo of Brookdale Maltsberger
88 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
Pricing promotion
9.7
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48 reviews
9.7
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48 reviews
5 star
71%
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I have previously answered and submitted my experience w a place for mom. I am extremely satisfied with all that happened especially with [name removed].
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our home-like, inviting assisted living community in culture-rich San Antonio, Texas, is close to numerous shopping and dining options, as well as fascinating local attractions, such as the historic Alamo and the world-famous San Antonio River Walk. Our community offers spacious private...
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Photo of Brookdale Gaines Ranch
1616 Photos available
9.7
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67 reviews
9.7
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67 reviews
5 star
70%
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I am Gaines Ranch best promoter. The management staff is excellent, the activities staff is GREAT, there is always something going on. The food is very good and the food services staff is great! The AL staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
No one deserves to spend their retirement drowning in chores like cooking, cleaning and raking leaves. You should have every opportunity to invest in quality relationships, participate in life-giving activities and enjoy soul-nourishing meals in an elegant, restaurant-style dining room surrounded...
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Photo of Amberlin Pflugerville
1111 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.6
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23 reviews
9.6
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23 reviews
5 star
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The staff is very friendly and helpful. And the residents are very welcoming. I really enjoy the frequent events like brunches.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Meet Amberlin Pflugerville, our 55+ active lifestyle is a fresh take on freedom, centered around community, connection & convenience. Enjoy fitness classes, social events, and more – plus with neighbors who are in the same stage of life and ready to enjoy it with you.
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1818 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
9.6
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73 reviews
9.6
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73 reviews
5 star
67%
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[name removed] is my source of help at Atria at the Arboretum (or my correction lol) From my 1st day at the atria she has been my sounding board. She is hard to catch sometimes because she has to keep moving...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Experience the ease and elegance of independent living at Atria at the Arboretum, where breathtaking Hill Country views and elevated amenities come standard. With a community-wide renovation being completed in Fall 2025 — and recognized as Best of Senior Living by A Place for Mom — our space...
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Photo of Sage Plum Creek
1010 Photos available
9.6
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10 reviews
9.6
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10 reviews
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All of them a 5 except the staff. The staff does a great job, but there has been an issue with the media room for a long time and we keep asking to get it fixed. The apartment sizes are great! It really is...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Meet Sage Plum Creek, our 55+ active lifestyle is a fresh take on freedom, centered around community, connection & convenience. Enjoy fitness classes, social events, and more – plus with neighbors who are in the same stage of life and ready to enjoy it with you.
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Photo of The Waterford at Round Rock
1212 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.6
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110 reviews
9.6
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110 reviews
5 star
66%
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3 star
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The staff here is very compassionate and caring. They work hard to address any need that arises. The facility is cheerful, modern, and clean. It and the grounds are easily accessible and usable for those...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Waterford Assisted Living & Memory Care Community is conveniently located off of Hwy. 620, and behind St. David's Round Rock Hospital, allowing easy access to state toll roads and medical support services. Our community opened in December 2012 and was designed with a country elegance and...
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Photo of Brookdale Beckett Meadows
1414 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion
9.6
Review score
93 reviews
9.6
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93 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
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Overall, everything looked good, especially considering it was a transfer from another Brookdale community in Kansas. The staff in Memory Care are wonderful — especially [name removed], who was particularly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Redefine your independence with a worry-free lifestyle.There are plenty of active seniors out there who are ready, willing and able to take on the world—with just a bit of help. If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day...
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Photo of Independence Hill
1717 Photos available
1313 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
83 reviews
9.6
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83 reviews
5 star
76%
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3 star
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My mother-in-law loved it there, it is very well priced for all the things you get for the price. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the prestigious Stone Oak development, Independence Hill Retirement Community offers resort style living for active adults 55 and older. Location is everything! Specialty shops, restaurants, churches, hospitals and medical facilities are just minutes away. There are 13 floor plans...
Photo of The Brooks of Cibolo Senior Living
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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51 reviews
9.6
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51 reviews
5 star
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The staff was always professional & considerate. Even though my mother did not partake in all the activities provided, she enjoyed the ones she participated in. The variety of food was always delicious. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
For comforting assisted living, Cibolo and North San Antonio seniors are finding support and satisfaction at The Brooks of Cibolo. Beyond just a place to live, we offer older adults feelings of passion, certainty, and community near New Braunfels and Schertz. Our teams are privileged to serve...
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Photo of The Reserve at Lake Austin
77 Photos available
9.6
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24 reviews
9.6
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24 reviews
5 star
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My 87-year-old Mom moved in to her lovely apt at The Reserve at Lake Austin in [date removed] The Reserve is gorgeous - like a high end boutique hotel. Mom's apt is filled with natural sunlight, views of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The perfect senior living choice for those who desire the conveniences of supportive care and enjoy the perks of upscale independent living: The Reserve at Lake Austin will be a rare jewel in the Texas Hill Country. Top-shelf amenities, abundant outdoor spaces, exceptional local cuisine, and...
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1919 Photos available
Pricing promotion
9.6
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94 reviews
9.6
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94 reviews
5 star
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I would give it 5 stars, except [name removed] said some of the meals are unappetizing and scheduled therapy sessions are not consistent. The quality of meals could be better. Green soup doesn't look...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
As San Antonio’s premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community, we are dedicated to providing a meaningful experience for residents who are ready to live their best days. Residents receive the care they need, convenient amenities, and services, while only minutes away from historical...
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1212 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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67 reviews
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67 reviews
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I think there should be more core staff available on weekends. Overall, they have been very good working with him. Everyone is pleasant and kind toward the residents. I think he is in a good place. Also,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Your life can be as engaging, enjoyable and seamless when you join our upscale assisted living community that also offers Alzheimer’s and dementia care services. As an assisted living resident in our home-like San Antonio, Texas, community, you’ll enjoy a busy social calendar, both on and off...
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1515 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.5
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126 reviews
9.5
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126 reviews
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Overall, the staff was kind and caring for my mother. The place was clean. The food was fine. My mom seemed to eat everything. The room was a generous size as it fit a queen size bed, recliner, side table...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Retirement is the time to indulge yourself and re-ignite some of those passions that got left by the wayside throughout the years. Our community, located in a quiet residential neighborhood just 20 minutes from the historic and culture-rich downtown of San Antonio, Texas, offers assisted living...
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1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.5
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57 reviews
9.5
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57 reviews
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The staff seemed to enjoy their work and each other. The activities were fun and engaging. The caregivers and admin seemed sincerely caring and flexible.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our community in New Braunfels, Texas, is located two miles west of the Comal River and its many recreational opportunities, including water parks, hiking trails and quiet picnic areas. Many of these locations are favorites with our residents and their families.Each day is filled with exciting...
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Cost of independent living in San Marcos, TX

The average cost of senior living in San Marcos is $3,655 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include New Braunfels, TX with an average of $3,216 per month.

Independent living costs in San Marcos, TX, vs. state and national averages

San Marcos, TX
$3,655/mo
$3,090/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in San Marcos, TX, vs. other senior living options

$6,724/mo
Independent Living
$3,655/mo

Independent living costs in San Marcos, TX, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,737/mo
Studio
$3,045/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,781/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,114/mo

Senior living costs in San Marcos vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: San Marcos, TX
Column state: Texas
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSan Marcos, TXTexasU.S.
Independent Living$3,655/mo$3,090/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,071/mo$4,569/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,724/mo$6,223/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
San Marcos, TX:$3,655/mo
Texas:$3,090/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
San Marcos, TX:$5,071/mo
Texas:$4,569/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
San Marcos, TX:$6,724/mo
Texas:$6,223/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Recent reviews for independent living in San Marcos

The William in San Antonio, TX

4.5
[Name removed] was a sales manager that helped us initially. She was wonderful with the move-in process and even helped us find some movers to help move my dad's furniture. The nurses and housekeeping people that I met were very nice as well as the staff in the dining room. I liked how the ...
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Adante Assisted Living and Memory Care in San Antonio, TX

5.0
Visited several senior communities about 2 years ago with a "Senior" friend (88 YO). When we visited Adante, we both were quite impressed and loved it immediately. The price for a one bedroom apartement was the least expensive of all we visited. Our friend decided to go into Adante ...
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Sundara Senior Living in Round Rock, TX

5.0
My father joined the Sundara community a week ago. He is very happy there. He told my sister that they they treat him like royalty. It is a loving community where he gets the best care possible. The staff goes out of their way to ensure he has everything he needs to be well cared for both ...
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San Marcos independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in San Marcos independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in San Marcos, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in San Marcos independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of San Marcos partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
San Marcos, TXNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50.7%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
47.2%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in San Marcos independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of San Marcos communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
San Marcos, TXNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
45.9%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
55.5%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in San Marcos independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in San Marcos offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
San Marcos, TXNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.6%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.2%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
67.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
53.3%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
63.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
48%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.9%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.1%
47.6%
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