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South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E in Mcallen, TX
2101 Vermont Ave., Mcallen, TX, 78503
South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E is a renovation/alteration project at 2101 Vermont Ave., Mcallen, in Hidalgo County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Scheduled to finish Oct 2026 per its TDLR filing; no final inspection recorded yet. The project has an estimated value of $6.2M across about 29,663 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $6.2M
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- Reported floor area
- 29,663 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $208/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 1 year
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15 days after the preceding date shown.
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365 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E
South Texas College is renovating and expanding a 29,663 sq ft facility at 2101 Vermont Ave. in McAllen. The project, identified as the Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E, involves significant structural changes to the existing space to support healthcare education programs.
The estimated cost for this work is $6,169,052, which breaks down to $208 per square foot. This figure is above the county median of $70 per square foot for similar renovation and alteration filings in Hidalgo County. The total investment places the project in the top quarter of costs for this type of work in the region, reflecting the scale of the expansion.
Timeline and Status
TDLR completed the plan review process in September 2025. Construction is scheduled to finish in October 2026, with work starting in October 2025. This scheduled build window of 365 days is longer than the county median of 92 days for comparable projects. The filing indicates the project involves public funds and public land, consistent with the owner’s status as a public institution.
The registered accessibility specialist for this project is Anthony Covacevich. The project was registered with TDLR in September 2025. South Texas College has six other TDLR-registered projects in the McAllen area, including the Student Services Building K and the Cooper Center, totaling an additional $22,865,400 in registered work.
Local Context
The project is located in ZIP code 78503, which has a population of about 22,566 residents according to U.S. Census estimates. The median household income in this area is $48,765, and the median owner-occupied home value is $130,100. Nearby registered renovation projects include the Residence Inn McAllen by Marriott and Dillard's at La Plaza Mall, indicating a broader trend of commercial and educational infrastructure updates in the McAllen corridor.
The Hidalgo County unemployment rate was 6.8 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier. This economic backdrop underscores the importance of public-funded educational infrastructure in the region. The completion of this healthcare center will add to the existing educational capacity in Hidalgo County, serving students and the local workforce.
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South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 2101 Vermont Ave., Mcallen, TX 78503 in Mcallen, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $6.2M covering 29,663 sq ft. South Texas College is the property owner. The project was registered with TDLR on September 16, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the South Texas College Nursing Center open?
Construction is scheduled to finish in October 2026. The TDLR record does not indicate that the facility is open or operating. Work started in October 2025 and is expected to continue through the scheduled completion date.
How much does the renovation cost?
The estimated cost is $6,169,052. This amount covers the renovation and expansion of 29,663 sq ft of space. The cost per square foot is $208, which is above the Hidalgo County median for similar projects.
When will construction be completed?
Construction is scheduled to finish in October 2026. Plan review was completed in September 2025, and work began in October 2025. The total build window is 365 days, which is longer than the county median for renovation projects.
Who is the registered accessibility specialist?
Anthony Covacevich is the registered accessibility specialist for this project. He is listed in the TDLR filing for the Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E in McAllen.
Where is the project located?
The project is located at 2101 Vermont Ave., McAllen, TX 78503. It is part of the South Texas College campus in Hidalgo County. The facility is being renovated and expanded to serve nursing and allied health programs.
What is South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E?
South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E is a renovation/alteration project at 2101 Vermont Ave. in Mcallen, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renov and expand 29,663 sf.
Is South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E open in Mcallen?
South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E was scheduled to finish construction in Oct 2026 according to its TDLR registration, but TDLR has not recorded a final accessibility inspection, so its opening status is not confirmed in the public record.
Where is South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E located?
South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E is located at 2101 Vermont Ave., Mcallen, TX, 78503, in Hidalgo County.
Who is the owner or developer of South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E?
South Texas College is the property owner/developer of record for South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E, per its TDLR project registration.
How much does South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E cost and how big is it?
South Texas College Nursing Allied and Healthcare Center Bldg E has an estimated construction value of $6.2M and approximately 29,663 square feet (about $208/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renov and expand 29,663 sf.
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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2101 Vermont Ave., Mcallen, TX, 78503
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