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Hilltop Housing Complex in San Marcos, TX
102 Russell Circle, San Marcos, TX, 78666
Hilltop Housing Complex is a new construction project at 102 Russell Circle, San Marcos, in Hays County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jul 2024). The project has an estimated value of $89.0M across about 207,400 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $89.0M
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- Reported floor area
- 207,400 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $429/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 2y 3mo
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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73 days after the preceding date shown.
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822 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Hilltop Housing Complex
Texas State University System completed the Hilltop Housing Complex at 102 Russell Circle in San Marcos, a 207,400-square-foot residential development valued at $89,000,000. The project involved the new construction of two six-story buildings featuring cast-in-place concrete structures, masonry and stucco finishes, and modified bitumen membrane roofs. TDLR closed the project file in July 2024, marking the end of the accessibility review process for this construction.
Project Scope and Design
The development includes partial mechanical basements and was designed by Barnes, Gromatzky, Kosarek Archtects. Mark S Robinson served as the registered accessibility specialist for the filing. The estimated cost of $429 per square foot places the project above the Hays County median of $115 per square foot for similar new construction filings. The scheduled build window of 822 days is longer than the county median of 274 days for projects of this type.
Location and Context
The surrounding ZIP code 78666 has a population of approximately 87,775 residents and a median household income of $55,478, according to U.S. Census American Community Survey 2023 five-year estimates. Housing in the area consists of 36,354 units, with a median owner-occupied home value of $271,900. The region is characterized by a high proportion of renter-occupied housing.
Texas State University System has registered six other projects with TDLR, totaling $344,862,447. These include the Performing Arts Center in Alpine and the Francois Fine Arts Building. Other registered projects in the San Marcos area include the LBJ Student Center renovation and the Vie Lofts new construction. The Hilltop Housing Complex represents a significant investment in student housing infrastructure within the university system.
The project utilized public funds and public land for its development. Construction began in April 2022, following the initial registration with TDLR in January 2022. The completion date on the filing was July 2024, aligning with the closure of the project file. This timeline reflects the extensive scale of the two-building complex and the detailed accessibility requirements mandated for such large-scale residential projects in Texas.
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Hilltop Housing Complex is a New Construction project located at 102 Russell Circle, San Marcos, TX 78666 in San Marcos, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $89.0M covering 207,400 sq ft. Texas State University System is the property owner and Barnes, Gromatzky, Kosarek Archtects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on January 18, 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of the Hilltop Housing Complex project?
TDLR closed the project file in July 2024. This marks the end of the accessibility review process for the construction of the two new six-story buildings.
Who is the owner of the Hilltop Housing Complex?
The owner of record is the Texas State University System. The project is located at 102 Russell Circle in San Marcos, Texas.
How much did the Hilltop Housing Complex cost to build?
The estimated cost for the project was $89,000,000. This translates to approximately $429 per square foot for the 207,400-square-foot development.
What materials were used in the construction of the buildings?
The buildings feature cast-in-place concrete structures with masonry and stucco finishes. The roofs are covered with modified bitumen membrane.
What is Hilltop Housing Complex?
Hilltop Housing Complex is a new construction project at 102 Russell Circle in San Marcos, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Construction of two new buildings each 6 stories in height and partial mechanical basements. The buildings are masonry and stucco finishes with modified bitumen membrane roof. The structure of both buildings is cast-in-place concrete.
Is Hilltop Housing Complex open in San Marcos?
Construction on Hilltop Housing Complex is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jul 2024. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Hilltop Housing Complex located?
Hilltop Housing Complex is located at 102 Russell Circle, San Marcos, TX, 78666, in Hays County.
Who is the owner or developer of Hilltop Housing Complex?
Texas State University System is the property owner/developer of record for Hilltop Housing Complex, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Hilltop Housing Complex?
Barnes, Gromatzky, Kosarek Archtects is the design firm of record for Hilltop Housing Complex, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Hilltop Housing Complex cost and how big is it?
Hilltop Housing Complex has an estimated construction value of $89.0M and approximately 207,400 square feet (about $429/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Construction of two new buildings each 6 stories in height and partial mechanical basements. The buildings are masonry and stucco finishes with modified bitumen membrane roof. The structure of both buildings is cast-in-place concrete.
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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102 Russell Circle, San Marcos, TX, 78666
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