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Brookdale San Marcos South
Brookdale San Marcos South is a licensed assisted living community in San Marcos, Texas, providing personal care. The community is operated by ESC III LP, functioning as a Type B community in Hays County. With a 60-bed capacity, the community is intended to help older adults who require care with routine tasks in a friendly, organized setting.
This community holds a strong record of compliance, accumulating a total of four deficiencies. These include two health code deficiencies and two life safety code violations, specifically related to illumination standards, a commercial kitchen hood, and an employee workspace issue. Significantly, there were no administrative penalties recorded, and no enforcement actions were found. With a total of only four citations compared to the Texas state mean of six, this community performs considerably better than many other communities throughout the state.
A dedicated suite of support options includes 24-hour staffing and temporary relief stays. Safety features and an alert system are integrated throughout the property, which is wheelchair-accessible. Cleaning, laundry, and basic utilities are also covered by the monthly cost. A diverse social calendar is also conducted to foster connection and active participation. Meals are prepared with health in mind, which is also included in the base rate.
Brookdale San Marcos South is a good option for older adults looking for a supportive environment in a moderately sized neighborhood that combines individual care with communal features. The consistent regulatory history and the all-inclusive nature of daily services, ranging from meals to linens, also provide families with clear expectations for long-term planning.
Community insights.
About this community
Brookdale San Marcos South is legally operated by Esc Iii LP.
Inspection History
In Texas, the Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is the primary regulatory body that conducts unannounced inspections and publishes quality reports for all long-term care homes.
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Texas state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
• Inspections with citations (100% above) 3 Better Metrics better than Texas average:
• Total citations (63% below)
• Health citations (50% below)
• Life safety citations (67% below)
Citations
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Total citations
| 3 | 8 | This facility has 63% fewer total citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (3 vs. TX avg 8).↓ 63% better |
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Health citations
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer health citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (1 vs. TX avg 2).↓ 50% better |
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Life safety citations
| 2 | 6 | This facility has 67% fewer life safety citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 6).↓ 67% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | TX Average | vs. TX Avg |
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Inspections with citations
| 2 | 1 | This facility has 100% more inspections with citations than a typical Texas assisted living residence (2 vs. TX avg 1).↑ 100% worse |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale San Marcos South
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2.5 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from San Marcos's city center to Brookdale San Marcos South's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Info below is compiled from the TX Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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Citations tied to health-related standards (as categorized by the state). Subset of overall citation activity.
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Citations tied to life safety or environmental standards (as categorized by the state). Often distinct from health-line citations.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brooks of Cibolo Senior Living | AL IL MC | Cibolo | 126
Facility
126
TX AVG
78
Rank
#148 / 980 | Yes |
51
Facility
51
TX AVG
42
Rank
#480 / 1,345 | 5
Facility
5
TX AVG
21
Rank
#530 / 587 | - | Vop Brooks, LLC | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#220 / 839 | - | 3 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Alexis Pointe Senior Living of Wimberley | AL IL MC | Wimberley | 96
Facility
96
TX AVG
78
Rank
#365 / 980 | Yes |
54
Facility
54
TX AVG
42
Rank
#406 / 1,345 | - | - | Csl Wimberly 2018, LLC | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#220 / 839 | 3 | - | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale San Marcos South | AL | San Marcos | 60
Facility
60
TX AVG
78
Rank
#567 / 980 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
TX AVG
42
Rank
#1,286 / 1,345 | - | - | Esc III LP | 3
Facility
3
TX AVG
6
Rank
#220 / 839 | 1 | 2 | - |
| Brookdale San Marcos North | AL IL MC NH SNF | San Marcos | 12
Facility
12
TX AVG
78
Rank
#884 / 980 | Yes |
36
Facility
36
TX AVG
42
Rank
#832 / 1,345 | 48
Facility
48
TX AVG
21
Rank
#47 / 587 | A+ | Hcp Inc | 9
Facility
9
TX AVG
6
Rank
#602 / 839 | 3 | 6 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Texas
Brookdale San Marcos South is located in SAN MARCOS, Texas.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale San Marcos South
Who is the owner of Brookdale San Marcos South?
Brookdale San Marcos South is legally operated by Esc Iii LP.
Is Brookdale San Marcos South in a walkable area?
Brookdale San Marcos South has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Does Brookdale San Marcos South have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale San Marcos South on this page.
Are pets allowed at Brookdale San Marcos South?
Yes, Brookdale San Marcos South allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does Brookdale San Marcos South have?
Brookdale San Marcos South has 60 beds.
Has Brookdale San Marcos South had any citations?
Brookdale San Marcos South has had 3 reported citations since 2024 according to records from Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC).
Are there photos of Brookdale San Marcos South?
Yes — there are 13 photos of Brookdale San Marcos South in the photo gallery on this page.
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