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What is Capstone Cottages of Lubbock?

It’s a top-quality Lubbock community designed especially with Texas Tech students in mind. Capstone Cottages features a variety of spacious cottages and duplexes plus a full set of community features such as a resort-style pool, fitness center, luxurious clubhouse and more. All just minutes from campus.

Is Capstone Cottages part of Texas Tech University?

Capstone Cottages is a privately owned and professionally managed community. Click here for more information about the management and ownership.

Can I live with friends, or can you match me with roommates?

You can select your roommate(s), or you can apply on your own and we can match you with other students. Applicants answer a short list of lifestyle questions to help in the matching process.

What are per-person contracts?

Instead of requiring all roommates to sign a joint lease, each person at Capstone Cottages has their own individual contract, with one person per bedroom. This means you are only responsible for paying for yourself — not your roommates. Even if a roommate moves out or other bedrooms in your cottage are empty, you only pay the rate for your bedroom.

What is included in the rate?

Each resident at Capstone Cottages pays a flat rate that includes:

  • High-speed Internet
  • Water/sewer
  • Natural gas
  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Community features — pool, fitness center, study lounge, etc.

What size are the cottages?

The spacious two-story residences at Capstone Cottages range from 3 to 5 bedrooms, with a private bathroom for every bedroom.

Are the cottages furnished?

Capstone Cottages are generally unfurnished, with residents able to select an optional pre-installed furniture package for a small additional charge.

When do the contracts start and end?

The standard term is August 18, 2023 to July 27, 2024, with payments made in 12 equal installments. Click here for a sample agreement.

Is a co-signer or financial guaranty required?

Within 7 days after a Housing Agreement is signed, each resident is required to do one of two things: provide a qualifying guarantor (often a parent), or pre-pay the final 2 installments.

Can I pay by credit card?

Yes. Residents can pay online 24 hours per day, by credit card or ACH electronic checking. Capstone Cottages offers automatic payment by either credit card or checking account — just fill out one page, one time and payments will be made automatically. Convenience fees apply for credit card and debit card payments.

Will my financial aid cover charges at Capstone Cottages?

Your living costs at Capstone Cottages can be covered by financial aid, just like on-campus housing. Any available financial aid funds, after university charges are satisfied, are released to the student for non-institutional expenses, such as off-campus housing. These funds can be used to pay charges at Capstone Cottages. Normal payment deadlines will continue to apply.

Is Capstone Cottages open to non-students?

Capstone Cottages is designed and offered for students at Texas Tech University and other local colleges. The per-person contracts are also designed with students in mind. Therefore, applications are accepted only from students at one of these local colleges or universities. Nonetheless, Capstone Cottages is an Equal Opportunity housing provider and welcomes student residents with children, with adjusted occupancy limits.

What kind of safety and security are provided?

Capstone Cottages provides electronic locks plus individually locking bedroom doors. Community courtesy patrols are provided at select times. Management staff are also on-site 24×7 and can be reached by a 24-hour phone number.

What are the policies on pets, smoking and guests?

Capstone Cottages is a pet-friendly community, subject to limits on animals and breed. The community is smoke-free in all indoor and adjacent areas. Guests are welcome at all times, subject to the consent of roommates and security considerations. Overnight guests are welcome, with limits on the number of days and guests.

Can I park my vehicle at Capstone Cottages?

Yes, residents get free parking; reserved covered parking is also available for a small additional charge. Limited guest parking is also available.

What other transportation options will I have?

Capstone Cottages are just minutes west of the Texas Tech campus, with shuttle bus service to campus 7am to 7pm on weekdays during the Fall and Spring semesters, when class is in session.

Can I see a model cottage?

Yes. Please request an appointment for a personal tour, or just stop by to see us and we’ll be happy to show you the community.

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New applicants only; limit one resident per bedroom. Housing Agreement must be fully signed while this limited-time promotion is in effect. The first regular rent installment and annual administrative fee are due August 1, 2023. Approved guarantor or alternate partial prepayment required. All agreements are subject to management approval under regular application policies. Special offers, including discounted rates, may not be combined.

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