Yes, both furnished and unfurnished options are available, giving residents the flexibility to choose what works best for their needs and budget. Furnished apartments include a full furniture package for added convenience, while unfurnished options allow residents to bring their own furniture and personalize their space.

While the furniture and appliances are included, below is a guide to help you with the personal belongings that you will need to provide:

Common Area: Electronics and corresponding cords/adapters, décor, trash can, trash bags, pots and pans, plates, cups, eating/serving utensils, coffee maker, cleaning supplies, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent, etc.

Bedroom: Linens, pillows, mattress pad, towels, toiletries, trash can, décor, electronics and corresponding cords/adapters, and anything else that makes you feel at home.
For unfurnished apartments, residents should also plan to bring bedroom and common area furniture, such as a bed frame, mattress, desk, desk chair, dresser, sofa, coffee table, TV stand, dining table, and seating.

For student residents who do not meet the credit and income approval requirements, a guarantor is required to rent at The Ranch at San Marcos.

It’s best to start looking for student housing several months in advance, especially in high-demand areas near campus. Many students begin their search 6 to 9 months before their intended move-in date, with leasing often starting early in the year for the following fall semester.

Prospective residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible once they find an apartment that fits their needs. Securing housing early can give you more options in terms of location, floor plans, and pricing. Waiting too long may limit availability or lead to higher costs, so planning ahead can help you find a space that better fits your student’s needs and preferences.

Residents who already have preferred roommates can apply and request to live together. Those applying individually can take advantage of roommate matching, which pairs residents based on a questionnaire about shared preferences and living habits.

Our on-site professional maintenance team is here to help. To help us respond as quickly as possible, please include specific details about the issue when submitting a service request.
You may submit a service request in one of the following ways:

Option 1: Submit a service request through the online resident portal.

Option 2: Email your request to your community, and a team member will enter it on your behalf.

Option 3: Visit or call the office during regular business hours, and a team member will enter your request for you. After hours, you may leave a message with an after-hours representative.

Emergency Requests: A maintenance team member is on call 24/7 for emergency maintenance needs, such as door or window lock issues, major leaks, plumbing problems, no heat or AC during extreme weather, a refrigerator not cooling, or loss of electricity, gas, or water. Please call the office at any time for emergency maintenance. After business hours, an operator will assist you.

Yes! On-site staff and management are available to assist residents. Leasing and office teams are present during regular business hours to help with questions, leasing needs, and general support.

Yes, The Ranch at San Marcos is located right next to a covered bus stop along the Texas State University bus line. The TXST tram bus arrives at this stop every 10 minutes, making it easy to attend classes, lectures, internships, and student events while giving both you and your Bobcat peace of mind.