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Mission Trail at El Camino Real Apartments

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 181 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(181) 63 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Mission Trail at El Camino Real Apartments
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Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews
181

What Residents Report

Residents consistently praise individual staff members like Skylar, Kensley, and Kim for responsiveness during move-in and maintenance requests. However, systemic issues dominate the experience: persistent roach infestations despite professional treatment, management's reluctance to address root causes (unsealed gaps, dumpster overflow), deteriorating common areas, and weak enforcement of community standards leave many families with children feeling unsafe and unwelcome.

Many cite affordable pricing and decent amenities (pool, fitness center) as initial draws, but long-term residents report quality has declined significantly. Poor communication from the office, late email responses, and incomplete follow-up on maintenance requests are recurring frustrations. The complex appears to have high turnover and declining occupancy, suggesting many residents do not stay beyond their first lease term.

Recent shift: Sentiment has declined visibly in recent months. Early 5-star reviews praised staff effort and community events (Isabelle era); more recent 1-2 star reviews cite worsening pest problems, declining maintenance, safety concerns, and package theft. The complex shows signs of abandonment (low occupancy, empty units) and staff turnover.

Praised for
  • responsive, helpful staff members
  • fast maintenance response
  • community events and engagement
  • affordable starting prices
  • amenities (pool, fitness center, basketball court)
Watch-outs
  • ongoing roach infestations and pest control failures
  • poor building upkeep and dirty common areas
  • noisy, unsafe environment for families with children
  • undisclosed smoke-free policy with harsh enforcement
  • inconsistent office follow-up and communication delays
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Best for: Single adults or couples prioritizing affordable rent and staff responsiveness, not families needing quiet, safe environments.
Think twice if: Families with young children, those with noise sensitivity, or residents expecting pest-free, well-maintained common areas. Smoke-free policy not disclosed upfront; enforcement is strict with eviction for resident or guest violations.

What Works Here

  • named staff provide responsive leasing and maintenance support
  • affordable starting rent ($805 for 1BR)
  • onsite amenities: pool, fitness center, business center
  • wheelchair accessible throughout

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Skylar, Kensley, Kim, and Angel cited by name for leasing and front-desk help
  • Maintenance staff Kevin knowledgeable but inconsistent follow-up on work orders in tenant portal
  • Professional pest control treatments provide temporary relief only; management refuses to seal entry gaps
  • Gym equipment outdated and poorly maintained
  • Package theft from doorsteps; front-office concierge service discontinued
  • Hot water issues reported (only 5-10 minutes duration)
  • Paint quality poor; management states they do not repaint walls

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

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Staff like Skylar and Kensley deliver quick, efficient move-in; roach infestations, dirty common areas, and noise/safety concerns drive residents away after first term.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 3.7 against a 3.85 average across the 315 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

helpful stafflarge kitchenbeautiful apartmentsbasketball courtwelcoming atmospherefriendly tenantsamazing staffpoolfamily orientedefficient process

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 15
Review volume 98
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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10
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7
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5
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47

Leasing & Application Office

Address
3085 TX-123, San Marcos, TX 78666
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Attributes
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Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday
08:00-19:00
Tuesday
08:00-18:00
Wednesday
08:00-18:00
Thursday
08:00-19:00
Friday
08:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-16:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed
1 bedroom apartments2 bedroom apartments3 bedroom apartments4 bedroom apartmentsPet-friendly housingPoolFitness centerBusiness center
Published prices
1 Bedroom apartments
starting at $805
2 Bedroom apartments
starting at $925
3 Bedroom apartments
starting at $1,185
4 Bedroom apartments
starting at $1,465
Pet fee
$250
Pet deposit
$250

Credentials claimed:HUD Information for disabled persons

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common Questions About Applying Here

Is there a pet policy?
Yes, pet-friendly. Fee: $250, deposit: $250, non-refundable fee: $150, and $20 monthly rent per pet.
What is the smoke policy?
Smoke-free complex with in-unit monitors. Violation (including guest smoking or vaping) can result in eviction. Policy details are provided after lease signing, not disclosed upfront.
Are there amenities?
Yes: pool, fitness center, business center, onsite laundry. Gym equipment is noted as outdated; pool and basketball court available seasonally.

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Last updated 2026-08-21