Why Live at the Gardens Apartments?

The Gardens Apartments offer comfortable, modern living with a strong sense of community. Phase I (opened 2010) includes first‑floor premium units with washers, dryers, and patios, while upper floors offer standard options. Phase II (opened 2011) features all‑premium units with in‑unit washers and dryers. Both phases offer a mix of one‑ and two‑bedroom floor plans, including accessible units. Residents benefit from dedicated on‑site support, with a Resident Advisor in every building, a live‑in Graduate Assistant and a full‑time Resident Manager. This combination of well-designed spaces and attentive staff makes the Gardens a convenient and supportive place to live.

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Hall Information

Building Information

Hall Style: Apartment
Room Type: Individual
Bathroom Style:
 Private
Gender: Single gender by suite

Physical Address-Mailing Address:

Gardens Apartments Buildings F-L:

Resident Name
302 Ball Street
Building Letter and Apartment Number
College Station, TX  77840

Gardens Apartments Buildings M-Q:

Resident Name
1100 Hensel Drive
Building Letter and Apartment Number
College Station, TX 77840

Contact Info
Gardens Apartments Office
Location: Gardens Apartments Community Center | Map
Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., M – F
Phone: 979.845.2261
Email: [email protected]

*Residents may not paint or use contact paper, wallpaper, or adhesive tile to alter or make modifications to the residence hall room or apartment.

Eligibility & Assignment

The following types of Texas A&M University students are eligible to live at The Gardens:

  • Graduate student
  • Married student
  • Student with dependent child(ren)
  • International student
  • U.S. military veteran student
  • Students who are at least 21 years old
  • Students transferring into Texas A&M university from a 2- or 4-year college
  • Students who have completed at least 2 semesters at Texas A&M University

Assignment priority is given to graduate, married, families, international, and veterans students when making assignments.

Amenities
  • Fully furnished kitchen: refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave dishwasher, garbage disposal
  • Fully furnished living/dining room: dining table w/ 4 chairs, couch, living room chair, entertainment center, coffee table, end table
  • Fully furnished bedroom(s)
  • Shower rods are provided, but curtains/liners are not provided
  • 80+ channels of digital TV & internet included
  • Washers and dryers in premium apartments, on-site laundry facility for standard apartments 
  • Refrigerator, Electric Stove, and Microwave in each unit
  • Energy-efficient appliances
  • On-site mailboxes included
  • Ceiling fans in all rooms
  • Accessible units available
  • Walk-in closets
  • 24-hour, on-call staff
  • Security Officer
  • Community learning center with T.V. lounge, study space, patio seating
  • Community center with meeting rooms, open access computer labs, children’s play room, and game room
  • Outdoor playground and fitness circuit
  • Fitness room and an outdoor workout circuit
  • BBQ grills throughout the complex
  • On the A&M bus route
Furnishings

All Gardens Apartments are fully furnished with the following items:

Bedroom:   

Mattress-full size (54”w x 75”l), bedframe is loftable
Desk/Pedestal Size (1) with chair included
Desk: 32″ W x 24″ D x 30″ H
Pedestal: 18″ W x 24″ D x 30″ H
Clearance under Desk: 28.5″ H
Dresser Size: (2) 30″ W x 24″ D x 30″ H  –  3 drawers
Nightstand: (1) 20″ W x 18″ D x 25″ H   –  1 drawer/2 shelves

Living Room 

Sofa: 77″ L x 32″ D x 34″ H
Chair: 35″ L x 32″ D x 34″ H
Entertainment Unit: 48″ W x 18″ D x 24″ H
Coffee Table: 10” W x 42”L x 17.5”H
End Table:  26” W x 22”L x 23”H

Room Flooring
Living Room/Kitchen: Vinyl Wood Plank
Bathroom: Tile Bedroom(s): Carpet

Furniture Style: Movable
Bed Style: Jr. Loft
Bed/Mattress Size: Full 54″ W x 75″ L

Kitchen

Kitchen Table: 42″ square table with 4 chairs
Kitchen Table: 42″ square table with 4 chairs
Full size Refrigerator
Stove/Oven
Stove/Microwave

All furniture is moveable so that you can arrange your apartment to best suit your needs.  Most bathrooms have a tub or shower.  ADA apartments have a roll-in shower.  All bathrooms have a shower curtain rod.  Residents must supply the shower curtain and liner.

Rent Payment & Contracts

Rent and possible electric charges are billed on the first of each month to the student through myHousing Portal and paid monthly by debit or credit card. All charges are to be paid by the 7th day of each month. After the 7th day of the month a late fee is added. If rent continues to be unpaid, residents may face conduct procedures and/or contract termination.

Utilities

All utilities (internet-wired and wireless, cable tv, water trash and electric up to $125.00 per apartment/per month) at the Gardens are included in the rent. If the electric bill exceeds $125 in a month, the amount over $125 will be equally divided between contract signers and added to the monthly bill.

Contracts

Residents will select either a 9 1/2-month contract or 12-month contract. The dates of the academic year contract are approximately August 15 to May 31. The dates of the 12-month contract are approximately August 15 to July 31. Residents can rent by bedroom or apartment.

Rental Styles

Rent by bedroom – A student rents an individual bedroom. Roommates have individual liability for rent and electricity. See contract for complete details. University Apartments will assign a roommate to the second bedroom; must be the same gender. If the student brings a roommate, the roommate can be of either gender. If the roommate moves out, the remaining resident continues to pay the same rent amount.  Bedroom capacity is 1 student per bedroom. NOTE: Married students or students with children cannot rent by the bedroom.

Rent by apartment – A student(s) rents the entire apartment. Roommates have joint liability for rent and electricity. See contract for complete details. Roommates are optional. Students may have roommates of either gender. If the roommate moves out, the remaining resident will pay the entire rent cost for the apartment.  Bedroom capacity is 1 or 2 adult residents per bedroom. Married couples may not have a roommate.

Floorplan 1Bedroom-1BA

Floorplan 1 Bedroom-1 Bathroom

Floorplan 2Bedroom-1BA

Floorplan 2 Bedroom-1 Bathroom

Floorplan 2Bedroom-2BA

Floorplan 2 Bedroom-2 Bathroom