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The Thompson | Student Housing

1655 Mill St, San Marcos, TX 78666

4.0 (17 reviews)

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  • Monthly Rent

    $789 - $850

  • Bedrooms

    4 bd

  • Bathrooms

    4 ba

  • Square Feet

    1,636 sq ft

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4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom Townhome
$789 – $799 4 Beds 4 Baths 1,636 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit Private
    price $789
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Now
  • Unit Private
    price $789
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Now
  • Unit Private
    price $799
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Aug 14
4 Bedroom Flat
$850 4 Beds 4 Baths 1,636 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit Private
    price $850
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Now
  • Unit Private
    price $850
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Now
  • Unit Private
    price $850
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Aug 14
4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom Townhome
$789 – $799 4 Beds 4 Baths 1,636 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit Private
    price $789
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Now
  • Unit Private
    price $789
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Now
  • Unit Private
    price $799
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Aug 14
4 Bedroom Flat
$850 4 Beds 4 Baths 1,636 Sq Ft
3 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit Private
    price $850
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Now
  • Unit Private
    price $850
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Now
  • Unit Private
    price $850
    square feet 1,636
    availibility Aug 14
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • Utilities & Essentials
    • Utility - Water/Sewer
      Charged per unit.
      Usage-Based
    • Utility - Electric
      Charged per unit.
      Varies / mo
  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $45
    • Due at Move-In
      • Administrative Fee
        Charged per unit.
        $190
  • Dogs
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $300 - $300
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $25 / mo
    50 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Cats
    • One-Time Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $300 - $300
    • Monthly Pet Fee
      Max of 2. Charged per pet.
      $25 / mo
    50 lbs. Weight Limit
  • Other Pets
    Max of 999

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Lease Options

  • 6 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 2013
  • 528 units/2 stories

Matterport 3D Tour

4BR, 4BA

About The Thompson | Student Housing

The Thompson in San Marcos delivers an elevated student living experience just minutes from Texas State University. Designed with students in mind, the community offers spacious four-bedroom apartments and townhomes with modern finishes, open layouts, and thoughtful details that make everyday living easy and comfortable. Beyond the front door, residents enjoy a full suite of lifestyle-driven amenities, including a resort-style pool, fitness center, and social spaces perfect for studying or unwinding. With convenient access to campus, local dining, and everything San Marcos has to offer, The Thompson strikes the ideal balance between academic focus and off-campus freedom.

The Thompson | Student Housing is an apartment community located in Hays County and the 78666 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Texas Preparatory School attendance zone.

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Location
1655 Mill St, San Marcos,
TX 78666
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City - San Marcos

San Marcos sits right on the I-35 corridor between Austin and San Antonio, and that geography shapes almost everything about living here. The city grew up around the spring-fed San Marcos River, one of the oldest continuously inhabited sites in the Americas, and that deep sense of place still runs through the culture. Texas State University anchors the local economy and gives the city a steady pulse year-round, drawing researchers, educators, and students who settle into neighborhoods that spread well beyond the campus edge.

From the walkable blocks surrounding the Hays County Courthouse Square to the quieter garden-style communities near Wonder World Drive and Purgatory Creek, San Marcos offers real neighborhood variety across its 40 square miles. Renters will find a broad mix of options, including loft-style apartments downtown, apartment communities near the river corridor, and roomier townhome-style rentals toward the city's outer edges.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Tx. State Univ., San Marcos
Drive: 4 min 1.8 mi
USAHS
Drive: 34 min 23.9 mi
Austin C.C., South Austin
Drive: 35 min 25.7 mi
Austin C.C., Pinnacle Campus
Drive: 41 min 28.4 mi
The Thompson | Student Housing is within 4 minutes or 1.8 miles from Tx. State Univ., San Marcos. It is also near USAHS and Austin C.C., South Austin.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Texas Preparatory School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
31 Students
Nearby
Ki Charter Academy
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
189 Students
Nearby
San Marcos Center School
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
Nearby
Hill Country Christian School Of San Marcos
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
1,552 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

The Thompson | Student Housing is near Austin-Bergstrom International, located 34.5 miles or 46 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
San Marcos Amtrak
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Austin
Drive: 39 min 30.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Austin-Bergstrom International
Drive: 46 min 34.5 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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75 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Thompson | Student Housing.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Mill Street Shopping Center
Walk: 5 min 0.3 mi
Aquarena Commons
Walk: 14 min 0.8 mi
Aquarena Springs Plaza
Walk: 17 min 0.9 mi
The Thompson | Student Housing has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 17-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
San Marcos Nature Center (temporarily closed - see website)
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Wonder World Park
Drive: 9 min 3.7 mi
San Marcos Aquatic Resources Center
Drive: 10 min 6.1 mi
The Thompson | Student Housing has 3 parks within 6.1 miles, including San Marcos Nature Center (temporarily closed - see website), Wonder World Park, and San Marcos Aquatic Resources Center.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Oceans Behavioral Hospital of San Marcos
Drive: 5 min 1.9 mi
Central Texas Medical Center
Drive: 9 min 4.7 mi
Ascension Seton Hays Hospital
Drive: 15 min 10.1 mi
The Thompson | Student Housing has 3 hospitals within 10.1 miles, the nearest is Oceans Behavioral Hospital of San Marcos which is 1.9 miles away and a 5 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Randolph Air Force Base
Drive: 50 min 38.3 mi
The Thompson | Student Housing is 38.3 miles and a 50 minute drive from Randolph Air Force Base.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does The Thompson | Student Housing have in-unit laundry?

The Thompson | Student Housing does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at The Thompson | Student Housing?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at The Thompson | Student Housing?

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Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

The Thompson | Student Housing has four-bedrooms available with rent ranges from $789/mo. to $850/mo.

Is The Thompson | Student Housing pet-friendly?

Yes, The Thompson | Student Housing welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at The Thompson | Student Housing?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $789 for a four-bedrooms, you would need to earn about $31,560 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does The Thompson | Student Housing have move-in specials?

The Thompson | Student Housing is offering Specials for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $789.

Does The Thompson | Student Housing offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! The Thompson | Student Housing offers 1 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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