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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Luxury apartments
  • 1-, 2-, 3-bedroom apartment homes
  • Artfully designed
  • Elegant living

Location

191 Cotter Avenue, San Marcos, Texas 78666, United States
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Management

Hawthorne Residential Partners

Leasing office

(844) 334-2722 ext. 1934

Open today 

9:00 am–6:00 pm CT

Property Overview

Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk offers luxury 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartments that are artfully designed for elegant living. With a Zumper expert rating of 8.5, it excels in amenities (10/10) and location (9/10), providing an exceptional standard of living and convenience. Additionally, it showcases great value and price competitiveness, standing out in the market while being pet-friendly and featuring outdoor spaces.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

The Aqua1 bed1 bath749 sqft$1,089–$1,304 /mo6 units available
The Current1 bed1 bath786 sqft$1,141 /mo3 units available
The Ford2 bed2 bath1,049 sqft$1,349–$1,544 /mo6 units available
The Meander2 bed2 bath1,069 sqft$1,442 /mo1 unit available
The Valley3 bed2 bath1,329 sqft$1,928–$1,988 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk

Apartment Amenities

2" Faux Wood Blinds9 ft Ceilings
Custom Designer CabinetryGourmet Kitchen with Breakfast Bar
Granite Countertops ThroughoutHigh Ceilings
Large Walk-in ClosetLuxury Plank Style Flooring
Relaxing Garden TubsSpacious Open Concept Floor Plans
Walk-in Closet

Appliances

Energy Star Rated Stainless Steel ApplianceFull Sized Washer and Dryer in Every Home
In-Unit Laundry

Building

24 Hour Club Quality Fitness CenterBilliards Room
Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKEV Charging
Fitness Center

Grounds

Assigned ParkingControlled Access Gate
Detached GaragesGarage Parking
Leash Free Pet Park with Agility EquipmentOutdoor Space
Pet-Friendly CommunityPlayground
StorageSwimming Pool

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Onsite Professional Management

Other

ADA Accessible
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Parking Policy

Garage Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. There is a one time, non-refundable pet fee of $350 per pet, with a monthly pet rent of $30 per pet. Breed restrictions apply, call the office for more details. | Restrictions: None.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$350

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. There is a one time, non-refundable pet fee of $350 per pet, with a monthly pet rent of $30 per pet. Breed restrictions apply, call the office for more details. | Restrictions: None.

$30

Pet Fee

One-time fee per pet.

$350

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Building details

Property details

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About Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk

HomeApartments in San Marcos Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk

The quiet stream of the Blanco River welcomes you home to our luxury apartments, Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk. Nestled in a beautiful haven between San Antonio and Austin, you'll find artfully designed 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom apartment homes where you can relax and experience elegant living at its finest. Come visit a Top Online Reputation in the Nation- Named Elite 1% Winner by J Turner Research, Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk!


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 174 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 80 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in San Marcos

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 4% lower than 1-bedrooms in San Marcos.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk to be 6% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in San Marcos.

3-bedroom apartments at Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk cost about 10% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in San Marcos.

Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
San Marcos
A table of studio rental data trends in San Marcos
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$966
January 2024$966
February 2024$1,100
March 2024$1,100
April 2024$1,100
May 2024$1,100
June 2024$1,020
July 2024$929
August 2024$961
September 2024$1,000
October 2024$987
November 2024$1,000
December 2024$1,001
January 2025$1,018
February 2025$1,038
March 2025$1,080
April 2025$1,100
May 2025$1,100
June 2025$1,063
July 2025$976
August 2025$960
September 2025$983
October 2025$1,006
November 2025$1,074
December 2025$1,102

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 191 Cotter Avenue?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$44,600/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $44,600 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,115.
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Schools near Hawthorne at Blanco Riverwalk

Blanco Vista Elementary School

2951 blanco vista blvd

san marcos, TX, 78666

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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around San Marcos near 191 Cotter Avenue

Walking

1/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Points of interest for 191 Cotter Avenue, San Marcos

Groceries

0/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

0/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

2/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

0/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

0/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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