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The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex
2701 Randolph Drive, El Paso, TX, 79902
The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex is a new construction project at 2701 Randolph Drive, El Paso, in El Paso County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Under construction, estimated completion Jun 2028. The project has an estimated value of $79.5M across about 155,503 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $79.5M
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- Reported floor area
- 155,503 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $511/sqft
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- 2y 3mo
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71 days after the preceding date shown.
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694 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex
Miner Crossing is a new 5-story residential hall rising at 2701 Randolph Drive in El Paso. The University of Texas at El Paso owns the project, which encompasses 155,503 square feet of construction. The filing describes a mixed-use assembly and dining facility on the lower level, with residential units occupying the remaining floors. This development represents a significant addition to the campus housing inventory in the city.
The estimated cost for this construction is $79,500,000. This figure places the project in the top quarter of new construction filings in El Paso County over the last 24 months. The median estimated cost for similar projects in the county is $800,000. The per-square-foot cost of $511 is also above the county median of $111 for new construction. These metrics reflect the scale and complexity of the build.
Ayers Saint Gross serves as the design firm of record for the project. Marcela Abadi Rhoads is the registered accessibility specialist. The project involves public funds and public land. TDLR completed plan review in August 2026 and construction is scheduled to finish in June 2028, with work starting April 2026. The registration status is Review Complete.
Project Context and Comparisons
The scheduled build window of 821 days is longer than the county median of 214 days for new construction. The University of Texas at El Paso has six other TDLR-registered projects in the area, totaling $4,685,000. These include the UTEP East Student Union and the PT-OT Educational Facility. Ayers Saint Gross has designed five other projects, totaling $297,587,716, including the Ion Graduate Student Housing in Houston.
The surrounding ZIP code 79902 has a population of about 18,529 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median household income is $45,333. Housing in the area is mostly renter-occupied, with a median owner-occupied home value of $223,300. There are approximately 9,752 housing units in the area. El Paso County unemployment rate was 4.8 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier.
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The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex is a New Construction project located at 2701 Randolph Drive, El Paso, TX 79902 in El Paso, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $79.5M covering 155,503 sq ft. University of Texas at El Paso is the property owner and Ayers Saint Gross is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on June 11, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Miner Crossing scheduled to finish?
Construction is scheduled to finish in June 2028. Work started in April 2026. TDLR completed plan review in August 2026.
Who is the owner of Miner Crossing?
The University of Texas at El Paso is the owner of record for this project. Ayers Saint Gross is the design firm.
How much does Miner Crossing cost to build?
The estimated cost is $79,500,000. This is above the county median for new construction in El Paso County.
Is Miner Crossing open now?
The project is under construction. It is not open. Construction is scheduled to finish in June 2028.
What is the size of Miner Crossing?
The project is 155,503 square feet. It is a 5-story residential hall with mixed-use facilities on the lower level.
What is The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex?
The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex is a new construction project at 2701 Randolph Drive in El Paso, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: The Project is a 5-story residential hall. The residential hall will consist of a lower level mixed-use assembly and dinning facility, and residential facilities on the remaining floors. 155,503 GSF
Is The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex open in El Paso?
The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex is still under construction in El Paso, TX, with an estimated completion of Jun 2028 according to its TDLR registration.
Where is The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex located?
The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex is located at 2701 Randolph Drive, El Paso, TX, 79902, in El Paso County.
Who is the owner or developer of The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex?
University of Texas at El Paso is the property owner/developer of record for The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex?
Ayers Saint Gross is the design firm of record for The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex cost and how big is it?
The University of Texas at El Paso Student Housing Complex has an estimated construction value of $79.5M and approximately 155,503 square feet (about $511/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
The Project is a 5-story residential hall. The residential hall will consist of a lower level mixed-use assembly and dinning facility, and residential facilities on the remaining floors. 155,503 GSF
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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2701 Randolph Drive, El Paso, TX, 79902
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