If you are searching for Aspire College Station, start with one clarification. The high-rise at 711 University Drive, directly across University Drive from Texas A&M, now operates as Ion College Station. Many students and listing sites still call it Aspire, and plenty of current residents signed as Aspire. There is also a separate building called Aspire Reserve at Wellborn and University Drive, which is a different property with its own leasing office. This guide covers the 711 University Drive building.
It is a 474-bed Class A tower with floor plans from one to six bedrooms, individual bedroom pricing and a long amenity list. Location is its headline feature: Texas A&M's main campus is about a 15-minute walk, and the Northgate district is next door. You can see nearby options on Acolyte Living's College Station student housing page.
Rents checked 22 October 2026 against Texas A&M's off-campus listing service and a syndicated listing feed. All figures are base rent per bedroom and exclude non-optional fees and some utilities. Confirm your exact rate with the leasing office.
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Aspire College Station at a glance
| Property | Ion College Station (formerly Aspire College Station) |
| Address | 711 University Dr, College Station, TX 77840 |
| Type | High-rise student apartments, about 474 beds |
| Layouts | 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6-bedroom plans |
| Advertised rent | $749 to $2,299 per bedroom per month, plus fees (Oct 2026) |
| Lease length | Typically 12 months on resident listings; confirm current terms |
| Furnishing | Furnished units available |
| Utilities | Internet included; water, sewer, trash and some utilities commonly included; confirm what your plan covers |
| Key amenities | Pool deck with hot tub, fitness center, study rooms, game lounge, coffee bar, parking garage, package receiving, in-unit washer/dryer |
| To Texas A&M | About 0.8 miles, roughly a 15-minute walk |
| Not verified publicly | Application fee, security deposit, parking charge, pet fee, guarantor policy |
Apartment types and floor plans
Rent here is charged per bedroom, not per apartment, which is standard for US student housing and makes the larger plans much cheaper per person. The published plans:
- 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Standard. A fully private apartment with your own kitchen and living space. The most expensive option per person, suited to graduate students or anyone who needs quiet.
- 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath XL. The same idea with more square footage.
- 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath. Two private bedrooms, each with a bathroom, sharing a kitchen and living room. A good middle ground for a pair.
- 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath (4 residents). Four private bedrooms with private bathrooms around a shared kitchen and lounge.
- 4 Bedroom, 4 Bath (5 residents, double occupancy). The same apartment with one bedroom shared by two people. This is the cheapest bed in the building, and the reason is that you share a bedroom.
- 5 Bedroom, 5 Bath Standard and XL. Five private bedrooms and bathrooms. Strong per-person value for a friend group.
- 6 Bedroom, 6 Bath. The largest plan and competitive per person.
Floor plan comparison
| Floor plan | Beds / baths | Occupants | Bedroom privacy | Rent per bedroom (Oct 2026) | Notes |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath Standard | 1 / 1 | 1 | Full apartment | $2,079 to $2,099 | Highest cost per person |
| 1 Bed, 1 Bath XL | 1 / 1 | 1 | Full apartment | $2,299 | Largest one-bedroom |
| 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2 / 2 | 2 | Private bed and bath | $1,299 to $1,429 | Popular with pairs |
| 4 Bed, 4 Bath | 4 / 4 | 4 | Private bed and bath | $1,049 | One person per bedroom |
| 4 Bed, 4 Bath (5 residents) | 4 / 4 | 5 | One bedroom shared | $749 to $999 | Cheapest bed; shared bedroom |
| 5 Bed, 5 Bath | 5 / 5 | 5 | Private bed and bath | $899 to $1,109 | Good group value |
| 6 Bed, 6 Bath | 6 / 6 | 6 | Private bed and bath | $849 | Largest plan |
Prices vary by unit, floor and availability, and the same plan can appear at different rates. The ranges above reflect what was listed on 22 October 2026 across two sources.
Standard features reported across units: furnished options with bed, desk and living room furniture; stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops; dishwasher; in-unit washer and dryer; walk-in closets in some units; air conditioning; high-speed internet.
Rent, lease terms and additional costs
Rent is per bedroom and per month. Every listing notes that the advertised figure is base rent and "may not include non-optional fees and utilities", so the number you pay will be higher than the headline.
Resident listings show 12-month leases with renewal offered, and some subleases run shorter spring or summer terms. Confirm the current lease calendar with the leasing office, because academic-year and 12-month leases differ by thousands of dollars over a year.
Costs to ask about before signing, none of which are publicly published for this property:
- Application and administration fees
- Security deposit, or a deposit alternative
- Parking in the garage (reserved spaces appear on resident listings, so there is likely a charge)
- Pet deposit and monthly pet rent, since the property is cat and dog friendly
- Any utility allowance and charges for overage
- Renter's insurance, if required
- Early termination or sublease fees
Illustrative monthly housing cost for one resident, based on published base rent:
| Plan | Base rent per bedroom | Plus fees and utilities not included | Approximate planning figure |
| 4x4 with 5 residents | $749 | Confirm | Budget above $749 |
| 6x6 | $849 | Confirm | Budget above $849 |
| 5x5 | $899 | Confirm | Budget above $899 |
| 4x4 with 4 residents | $1,049 | Confirm | Budget above $1,049 |
| 2x2 | $1,299 | Confirm | Budget above $1,299 |
| 1x1 | $2,079 | Confirm | Budget above $2,079 |
Amenities and everyday living
Based on current listings for the property:
- Pool and outdoor space. A 6th-floor pool deck with a hot tub, outdoor theater screen, cabanas and grilling stations, plus a courtyard and a dog area on the amenity deck.
- Fitness. An on-site fitness center, described in resident listings as about 4,400 square feet with cardio, free weights and group spaces. No separate gym membership needed.
- Study. More than 20 private and group study rooms, described as 24-hour access with free printing, plus a conference room and coffee bar.
- Social. A game and resident lounge with pool tables and shuffleboard, and resident events.
- Practical. Controlled access, elevators, parking garage, package receiving and lockers, bike storage, in-unit washer and dryer.
- Pets. Cat and dog friendly, subject to the property's own terms.
Verify which amenities are included in rent and which carry a fee, particularly parking.
Location and getting to Texas A&M
The building sits on University Drive at the edge of the Northgate district, and Texas A&M's listing service puts the main campus at about 0.8 miles, or a 15 to 16-minute walk. A commercial listing for the ground-floor retail describes the site as directly across University Drive from campus, and notes it is especially convenient for the engineering and physics buildings.
Two practical points. First, walking and cycling are the realistic daily commute; one third-party source states the property is not on a campus bus route, so do not assume the Aggie Spirit bus stops outside. Check current routes with Texas A&M Transportation Services. Second, Texas A&M is a very large campus, so your actual walk depends on which buildings your classes are in. Blinn College's Bryan Campus is around 3.5 miles away, which means driving or the city bus.
Nearby amenities
- Northgate District is immediately adjacent: bars, restaurants and live music, within walking distance.
- Century Square offers shops, restaurants and a cinema; Westgate Shopping Center is also nearby.
- Groceries: H-E-B and other supermarkets are a short drive or bus ride.
- Campus attractions: Kyle Field, the Memorial Student Center and the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library are all on or beside campus.
- Outdoors: Wolf Pen Creek Park for events and green space; Lake Bryan for weekends.
Living next to Northgate is convenient and lively. If you are a light sleeper, ask about which side of the building your unit faces.
Student budget in College Station
An illustrative monthly budget for one student in a shared plan. Housing is listed separately because it varies so much by floor plan.
| Expense | Estimated monthly | Assumption |
| Housing (5x5 plan, base rent) | $899 plus fees | Confirm total with leasing office |
| Utilities not included in rent | $0 to $60 | Internet and water commonly included; electricity may not be |
| Groceries | $250 to $320 | Cooking most meals |
| Dining out | $100 to $180 | Northgate is close, which tempts spending |
| Transportation | $0 to $40 | Walking distance to campus; more if you keep a car |
| Mobile phone | $25 to $40 | Prepaid plans at the lower end |
| Personal and household | $50 to $80 | |
| Books and supplies | $60 to $90 | Rentals and used editions at the lower end |
| Total excluding housing | $485 to $810 |
These are editorial estimates, not quotes, and exclude health insurance, which international students usually carry through a university plan. Check current rates with Texas A&M rather than budgeting from a guide.
Advantages and potential drawbacks
Advantages
- Walking distance to Texas A&M, roughly 15 minutes, with Northgate next door.
- Per-bedroom pricing, so larger plans cost far less per person.
- Private bathroom in every bedroom on most plans.
- In-unit washer and dryer, which is not standard in all student housing.
- Substantial study space and a large fitness center, so no outside memberships.
Drawbacks to weigh
- The one-bedroom plans are expensive: more than double the per-person cost of a 5x5.
- The cheapest bed means sharing a bedroom in a 4x4 with five residents.
- Advertised rent excludes non-optional fees, so your real cost is higher.
- Fees for parking, pets and applications are not published, which makes early budgeting harder.
- Northgate nightlife next door means noise on some nights.
- The name change from Aspire to Ion causes real confusion in listings and reviews; make sure any review you read refers to the building you are considering.
Alternatives to compare
Other College Station properties listed by Acolyte Living:
- Northpoint Crossing, 1501 Northpoint Lane: about 1.39 miles' walk from Texas A&M, and Acolyte lists a 12-instalment payment plan without a guarantor. Further from campus, which may mean a bus or bike.
- Rev, 315 College Main Street: 2BR/2BA rooms, with a gym, pool, volleyball court and rooftop; closer to Northgate.
- Aspire Reserve, 100 Church Ave: the separate 19-storey Aspire-branded building, worth checking if the name is what drew you here.
Compare the same number of bedrooms, the same lease length and the full fee schedule before deciding one is cheaper. The rest of Acolyte's US student accommodation listings cover other university cities.
Booking checklist
- Which building am I applying to, Ion at 711 University Drive or Aspire Reserve?
- What is the total monthly cost including all non-optional fees?
- Is the lease 12 months or academic year, and what are the start and end dates?
- Is it an individual lease, so I am only liable for my own bedroom?
- Which utilities are included, and is there an allowance with overage charges?
- What are the application fee and deposit, and are they refundable?
- What does garage parking cost, and is a space guaranteed?
- What are the pet deposit and monthly pet fee?
- How does roommate matching work, and can I request specific roommates?
- What are the subletting, early termination and renewal terms?
- Do I need a US guarantor or co-signer, and what are the alternatives?
- What is the move-in and move-out inspection process?
If guarantor requirements are a concern, our guide on guarantors when your parents live abroad explains the usual workarounds, and our rental agreements abroad checklist covers what to read before signing.
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Aspire College Station FAQs
How much does Aspire College Station cost? Published base rents at 711 University Drive (now Ion College Station) ranged from $749 to $2,299 per bedroom per month on 22 October 2026, excluding non-optional fees. The $749 rate is for a shared bedroom in a 4x4 with five residents.
Is Aspire College Station now called Ion College Station? Yes. The tower at 711 University Drive is listed as Ion College Station. Aspire Reserve is a separate building at Wellborn and University Drive.
What apartment layouts are available? One, two, four, five and six-bedroom plans, including an XL one-bedroom, a double-occupancy 4x4 and standard and XL 5x5 plans.
Is Aspire College Station furnished? Furnished units are available. Confirm whether your specific plan is furnished before signing.
Are utilities included in rent? High-speed internet is listed as included, and resident listings commonly show water, sewer and trash included too. Coverage varies by lease, so ask for a written list.
How far is Aspire College Station from Texas A&M University? About 0.8 miles, which Texas A&M's listing service puts at a 15 to 16-minute walk. Your actual walk depends on which campus buildings you use.
What amenities are available? A 6th-floor pool deck with hot tub and outdoor theater, a large fitness center, 20-plus study rooms with free printing, a game lounge, coffee bar, parking garage, package lockers, bike storage and in-unit laundry.
Is parking available at Aspire College Station? Yes, there is an on-site parking garage, and resident listings mention reserved spaces. The cost is not published, so confirm it with the leasing office.
Are individual leases offered? Per-bedroom pricing indicates individual leasing, which is standard for this type of property. Confirm in writing that you are not liable for a roommate's rent.
What additional fees should students budget for? Application and administration fees, a security deposit, parking, pet deposit and pet rent, any utility overage and renter's insurance if required.
What should students check before signing a lease? Total monthly cost with all fees, lease length and dates, individual versus joint liability, utilities included, deposit and refund terms, parking, roommate matching and early termination rules.
Final verdict
The building at 711 University Drive gives you something genuinely hard to find: a walkable campus commute, a private bathroom in nearly every bedroom, in-unit laundry and a serious amount of study and fitness space. If you are sharing a four, five or six-bedroom plan, the per-person cost is reasonable for how close you are to Texas A&M.