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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.

Read 7351 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as New Braunfels, Kyle and Buda.

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Photo of Double Creek Assisted Living and Memory Care
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Double Creek has been fine other than a few things that are mostly unexpected and unavoidable - staff turn over which in turn lent itself to other issues. All pretty minor and the management was quick to...
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.
For assisted living, Round Rock seniors love the lifestyle options at Double Creek. Our passionate team provides fine dining options, housekeeping services, and daily personalized care. Discover a luxurious and pet-friendly senior living experience. Living spaces provide a peaceful and...
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Elegant place and very friendly staff. Good food. The way the criteria of elderly was divided was a bit off. If you are just old and a bit forgetful it would be nice if you were placed with similar. People...
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.
Sodalis Stone Oak is a beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care community centrally located in Indian Springs neighborhood as well as close to TPC Golf Course, shopping and hospitals. In the 2 years we have been open we pride ourselves on the care, socialization and loving atmosphere we offer...
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Everything was always clean, the food was good, and the staff was very attentive and caring. My husband passed away last March, but I have only good things to say about Mercy House. I’m very grateful for the...
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.
Mercy House is located in New Braunfels, Texas. WE ARE DOING IN PERSON TOURS. It has one community located in Cross Street and the other strategically positioned in Rock Street all within the beautiful small town of New Braunfels.The community, that provides memory care to the residents of Texas,...
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We’ve lived in Highland Estates for almost a year now and plan to make this our forever home. We enjoy the friendly and helpful residents here. Highland Estates offers a remarkable choice of activities...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Highland Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Highland Estates is situated in charming Cedar Park, a suburb of Austin just 17 miles from the heart of the capital city's downtown area. Our location provides the best of both worlds with the relative peace...
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2525 Floor plans available
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*When you walk through our front doors, you're greeted by a pleasant & helpful concierge, everything you see is clean & you smell flowers & delicious scents from our kitchen *Management staff is always...
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.
At Belmont Village Lakeway, you’ll find the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The rustic, Mediterranean-style building is nestled in Northwest Austin, surrounded by premier dining, shopping and entertainment. We’re just a short drive from Baylor Scott & White Medical Center...
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The cottage is very well designed and quite functional. The folks in the office are very pleasant and helpful. They really helped me transition into the community. The residents I've met are very friendly...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
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Absolutely wonderful place, small, perfect staff, home environment. Varied sizes of rooms offered. Not many amenities but my dad didn't need any. He loved living in the country setting. Not a locked...
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.
Photo of The Oaks of Garden Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
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The experience that I've had with the old Oaks of garden Ridge Lack of communication with the staff nurse for medication for patient usage Lagging cleanness Not much of entertaining Each one of the patients
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.
WE ARE NOW DOING IN PERSON COMMUNITY TOURS. Nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, The Oaks of Garden Ridge Assisted Living and Memory Care has been the community of choice for seniors since we were built in 2007! Our levels of care provide for individuals who are independent, as well as...
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Photo of Serenity Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
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When I initially moved my Great-Aunt to the facility, it was owned by another company that made big promises but showed its true colors on days 1 and 2 of the move by nit delivering on its promises of great...
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 resident centered approach reminds us that our residents and their families are the reason we are here. We strive to provide the best service to each of them as individuals. We get to know our residents and their families on a personal level. These are relationships for life. Here at Serenity...
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22 Floor plans available
8.5
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Most of the people are very nice (especially at the front desk), but it's over-priced for what is provided. Food is not as advertised "from scratch" or even that tasty, very few drink selections, activities...
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.
At our community, offering both assisted living and Alzheimer’s and dementia care services, we’re all about making life as engaging, enjoyable and seamless as possible. As an assisted living resident at our San Antonio, Texas, community, you’ll enjoy a busy social calendar and a life of...
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Photo of Changing Seasons Assisted Living Blanco Road
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff handle the complex medical issues and medicines he has to take with the precision of a medical facility and the same with keeping him and his room...
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.
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Photo of Parkway Assisted Living
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As soon as I visited Parkway Assisted Living, I knew it was the perfect place for my mom. Parkway is a beautiful, smaller facility with a lower number of residents and a wonderful caregiver-to-resident...
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 Watermark at Southpark Meadows
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As with most facilities-they could use more staff, food is good. Not nearly as crowded or as hectic as previous. Facility is clean all the time. Like any other Memorycare facility they could use more help...
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.
Watermark Retirement Communities® has been transforming senior living with passion and purpose for more than 30 years.The Watermark at Southpark Meadows is an urban retreat where Hill Country casual meets Texas flair.Explore new passions, forge lasting friendships, and celebrate well-being in...
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Photo of Solstice at Austin
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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.
Solstice Senior Living at Austin is a welcoming, vibrant and engaging independent senior living community in the heart of Austin, Texas. Through our Vibrant Life® program, we strive to enhance and enrich your life with meaningful activities and by creating community with your neighbors. We are...
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Photo of Avanti Senior Living at Bee Cave
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Care staff is amazing as is the dining staff. The facility is always kept clean as well as the apartments. Retention of staff however is a challenge.
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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Staff is friendly and nice overall. Clean and well kept rooms, they have some nice activities. Communication between Elan and medical group they recommend is slow and requires a lot of follow up in order for...
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.
Elan Westpointe is a premier assisted living and memory care community located in New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas. The center is fresh and modern, constructed of limestone with iron accents on balconies and awnings. Conveniently located off highways 46 and 337 and just west of Unicorn of...
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My mom moved in a few months ago and she has been very pleased! The staff and residents have been very friendly and helpful. She likes the food and there are a variety of fun activities offered. The...
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.
Maple Ridge is owned and operated by Hawthorn Senior Living. We have been in the retirement business for over 40 years and have over 40 communities throughout the United States and Canada.Maple Ridge is an All-Inclusive 55+ community located in Cedar Park, Texas. Cedar Park is a bustling, growing...
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My overall experience has been amazing. I think the staff and the care and the cleanliness in the food and the room size. The apartments is amazing. Personally, I have not experienced any of the activities...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Argent Court offers a warm, community-oriented assisted living experience for seniors across several Texas locations. Residents enjoy personalized support — from help with daily tasks and medication management to 24/7 staffing for peace of mind — while still maintaining as much independence as...
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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.
Care that Evolves with YouWe have purposefully designed The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living to evolve with your needs.Private Cottages - Live a low-maintenance retirement with a private cottage at The Enclave at Cedar Park Senior Living. Enjoy all the perks of our community while maintaining...
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It's been a load off my mind knowing my mom is safe and healthy. Helpful staff. Clean facilities. My mom feels comfortable there. Dining staff is pleasant
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.
Founded in 2020, our beautiful, modern community offers a warm and supportive environment for seniors. We are ideally located near a major hospital, specialty healthcare providers, shopping centers, and a variety of amenities to make life more convenient and enjoyable.Our community features a...
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We chose this facility, which is an older facility that’s being upgraded by the new owners basically because of the people this is such a warm and inviting place. The people are so kind and welcoming to new...
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.
New Forest Haven Assisted Living prides itself on its comprehensive care services, ensuring that residents receive the support they need while maintaining their dignity and independence. Highly trained staff members are available around the clock to provide assistance with activities of daily...
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Our experience here has been positive so far. It's a newer facility, so things are modern and pretty new. Housekeeping and laundry services seem to be good. Maintenance is quick to complete repairs as...
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.
Symphony of Wimberley creates a sense of belonging for our residents. Both our Assisted Living community and our Memory Care community are designed to offer the very best care in a home-like setting. Our small size creates a comfortable place for conversation and shared memories or a morning cup...
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The facility is great, and there seems to be a larger group of active residents than other facilities we have experienced. Most issues we have encountered have been due to turnover of caregivers which seems...
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 Blake at New Braunfels, conveniently located between San Antonio and Austin, features resort-style comfort and service. Hospitality and luxury are blended to create an exceptional senior retirement community. You are going to feel right at home!The Blake at New Braunfels is a proposed upscale...
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We have only met the sales person, concierge, chief of maintenance and dining room staff. All are really great, especially the dining room staff. We are in an independent cottage behind the main building. 2...
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.
Welcome to Rio Terra — designed to provide everything you need to lead an effortless lifestyle. We offer independent living, assisted living and memory care. The amenities range from beautifully designed residences and delicious, healthy dining options prepared by on site chefs, to a myriad...
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As with any large organization, there were some hiccups. Although the staff at Eden Hill are great and my Dad is quite happy there.
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.
Assisted Living at EdenHill CommunitiesLet us customize your care with a plan tailored to support your individual needs. We’ll handle the daily details, and you live life to the fullest: Enjoy life-enriching social activities, spend time in our nature areas, or join neighbors for a delicious...

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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What families are saying about independent living in San Marcos

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Gemstone at San Marcos, Pegasus Landing of San Marcos and Mariella of Sage Spring are the top-rated independent living facilities near San Marcos, Texas. See full list of communities.
There are 229 independent living facilities near San Marcos, Texas. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in San Marcos, Texas are The Waterford on Huebner, The Waterford at Thousand Oaks and Village on the Park Onion Creek. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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