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Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex in San Marcos, TX
702 Academy Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666
Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex is a new construction project at 702 Academy Street, San Marcos, in Hays County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Sep 2025). The project has an estimated value of $101.5M across about 223,574 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $101.5M
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- Reported floor area
- 223,574 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $454/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1y 9mo
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35 days after the preceding date shown.
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640 days after the preceding date shown.
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Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex is a New Construction project located at 702 Academy Street, San Marcos, TX 78666 in San Marcos, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $101.5M covering 223,574 sq ft. Texas State University System is the property owner and Randall Scott Architects is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on October 27, 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex?
Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex is a new construction project at 702 Academy Street in San Marcos, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: 942 bed; 7 story residence hall for Texas State University.
Is Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex open in San Marcos?
Construction on Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Sep 2025. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex located?
Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex is located at 702 Academy Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666, in Hays County.
Who is the owner or developer of Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex?
Texas State University System is the property owner/developer of record for Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex?
Randall Scott Architects is the design firm of record for Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex cost and how big is it?
Texas State University, James Street Housing Complex has an estimated construction value of $101.5M and approximately 223,574 square feet (about $454/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
942 bed; 7 story residence hall for Texas State University.
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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702 Academy Street, San Marcos, TX, 78666
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