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Longhorn Village

12501 Longhorn Pkwy

4.3(74 ratings)· Austin average: 4.4

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Quick Facts

Year opened
2009
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
Non profit, Corporation
Certified beds
60
Community type
Life Plan Community founded for university staff and alumni
Location context
Located within Steiner Ranch master-planned community
Independent living housing options
Choice of apartments or two/three-bedroom villas
Pet policy specifics
Small pets welcome with community approval

What Families Think

Longhorn Village is a Life Plan Community in Steiner Ranch outside Austin, and most reviewers describe it as an upscale, friendly place with good food and engaged, long-term residents, some of whom have lived there for six-plus or thirteen-plus years. However, a notable minority of reviews point to management communication problems, a rescinded skilled nursing admission, and concerns that resident input is not always respected during expansion projects.

The Good

  • Staff described as friendly and know residents by name
  • Food and dining widely praised by reviewers
  • Feels like a five-star hotel, several say
  • Long-term residents report years of happiness
  • Maintenance staff praised for going above and beyond

The Bad

  • Several reviewers cite poor or slow communication from management
  • One reviewer reports a skilled nursing admission was confirmed then denied
  • One report of resident concerns dismissed during construction/expansion decisions
  • One reviewer notes remote location makes staffing harder

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Longhorn Village is a senior living community in Austin, Texas offering Assisted Living, Memory Care and Independent Living. Amenities include Professional Chef, Outdoor Patio and Fitness Center. Families rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 67 reviews.

About Longhorn Village

Retirement Community in Austin, TX

Celebrate life & enjoy a secure future.

You may have retired, but you have no intention of slowing down. At Longhorn Village, you set the pace. Enjoy first-class services, amenities, and programs that let you create the life you want, the way you want to live it. And at our 5-Star rated Health Care Center, our team of experts is focused on you so that you can focus on getting the most of life.

CHOOSING THE RIGHT COMMUNITY

You have a lot of senior living options open to you. How do you know which one is right for you use this guide to make sure you’re asking the right questions so you can find the right retirement community.

Independent Living

Independent living communities typically offer maintenance-free apartments, condos, or villas, a calendar of activities, and some services such as housekeeping, meals, and transportation. Health care services are not part of your contract.

Independent Living for Seniors in Austin

Distinctive Living

Have you ever dreamed of a beautiful, maintenance-free place to live that’s in a dynamic retirement community full of opportunity At Longhorn Village, it’s not a dream

Your choice in independent living residences includes spacious one- and two-bedroom apartment homes and individual two- or three-bedroom villas. No matter which you choose, you’ll enjoy bright, airy interiors, ample storage, important safety features, and smart floor plans for exceptionally distinctive senior living.

Assisted Living

Assisted living communities offer apartments or suites designed for senior safety, and services that provide help with daily living needs such as personal care and medication management.

Assisted Living in Austin, TX

Resident-centered care promoting dignity & independence.

We believe that assisted living means that we have the privilege of helping you live as independently as possible. Whether you need a little daily assistance or a lot, we’re here to support you, so you can enjoy your life, your way.

Residences & Amenities

•    Spacious one-bedroom apartments with private bathroom, separate living room/dining room area, & kitchenette.
•    Beautiful courtyard terrace for outdoor enjoyment.
•    Chef-inspired menus for breakfast, lunch, & dinner served restaurant style. Private dining room available for family meals.
•    Therapeutic spa room with whirlpool tub & massage therapy.
•    Cable-ready television & individual telephone hook-ups.
•    State-of-the-art nurse call system.
•    Weekly housekeeping & daily trash removal.
•    Small pets welcome upon community approval.

Supportive Services

•    Resident-centered help with personal grooming, bathing, dressing, medication management, mobility & transferring.
•    Daily social, recreational, & cultural activities.
•    Scheduled transportation in the Austin area.

Professional Staff

•    Assisted living services exceed Texas standards.
•    Licensed nurses & Certified Nursing Assistants available 24/7.
•    Full-time activities' coordinator.
•    On-site professional beauty salon & barber services.

Memory Care

Memory care is a specialized type of elder care tailored specifically for the needs of individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, or other cognitive disorders.

Like a lot of things in Texas, our story started with some larger-than-life dreams. We’re located in beautiful Steiner Ranch, named after National Cowboy Hall of Famer member T. C.  Buck Steiner. Born at the end of 1899, Buck ran away and joined Wild West shows at the age of twelve. He toured the country as a rodeo performer, spent time in Hollywood as a stunt man, then settled back in Texas to eventually start a successful saddle and boot making shop in Austin. He bought what became known as Steiner Ranch, then sold it to be transformed into the master planned community it is today.

The next big idea came in 1998, when a retirement community management and a developer approached the University of Texas with the idea of building a retirement community for university staff and alumni. The Texas Exes had envisioned a similar community. The dream for Longhorn Village was born a premier Life Plan Community dedicated to lifelong learning, life enrichment, and healthy longevity.

In the summer of 2009, the dream came true when the first residents moved in.

 

 

Types of Care at Longhorn Village

Assisted LivingHome Health and HospiceIndependent LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Private Rooms

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Professional Chef

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Fitness Center
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Medical Staff
  • Outdoor Patio
  • Pet Friendly
  • Salon / Barber
  • Theater Room
  • Transportation Services
  • Walking Paths

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Longhorn Village

4.3overall · 74 ratings combined

4.4★ on Google (67) · 2.9★ on Yelp (7) · Yelp page ↗

Stalandria Young

Apr 2026

via Google

I actually have a question about this place? Can anyone help me out?

John Juliano

Aug 2025

via Google

I enjoyed a brief tour of their recently renovated space. This is a very upscale location and well deserving of its reputation. I toured one bedroom and two bedroom residences. These are highly desirable for those seeking a luxury retirement community experience. Wait listing for certain residences is to be expected.

A

Alicia Z.

Jul 2025

via Yelp

All this place cares about is making money. They accepted my mother into their Skilled Nursing Facility. Sent me a text confirming and told the social worker at the hospital it was confirmed. The following day they came back and denied her admission. Stating that they were under the impression she was coming in as " private pay" for long term care, although the text message for admission clearly stated "Longhorn Village Skilled Nursing." My elderly mother was so let down and disappointed after being told she had a place to go. This place ONLY care about making money.

Alicia Zuntag

Jul 2025

via Google

All this place cares about is making money. They accepted my mother into their Skilled Nursing Facility. Sent me a text confirming and told the social worker at the hospital it was confirmed. The following day they came back and denied her admission. Stating that they were under the impression she was coming in as " private pay" for long term care, although the text message for admission clearly stated "Longhorn Village Skilled Nursing." My elderly mother was so let down and disappointed after being told she had a place to go. This place ONLY care about making money.

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Chris H.

Jun 2025

via Yelp

Longhorn Village is a wonderful place for those looking for independent living. One thing to beware of, however. In the contract it states to move out to another facility or home requires 120 days notice, and all fees are due for the entire 120 days regardless of when in that period you move out. Further, the Entrance Fee, typically $500,000 or more, is refunded 90% when the apartment is vacated. But what they don't tell you is that it will take between 12 and 18 months to get this money back. Generally speaking, at $5000 per month in monthly fees and 5% on your money, if you moved out in the first 30 days of your notice you will pay $15,000 in monthly fees after vacating, and lose between $25,000 and $37,500 in lost income from the Entrance Fee. In short, the privilege of moving out could cost you between $40,000 and $52,500, perhaps more. Buyer beware; they are unwilling to negotiate or mitigate.

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Government Inspection History

6 inspection visits in the last three years, 18 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Mar 6, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard13 citations
  • Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 8, 2025

  • Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 31, 2025

  • Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Mar 31, 2025

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2025

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 5, 2025

  • Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2025

  • Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 31, 2025

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Mar 29, 2025

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 2025

  • Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 31, 2025

Dec 19, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jul 12, 2024

Aug 26, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Sep 10, 2024

Jan 26, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard3 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 16, 2024

  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 16, 2024

  • Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 16, 2024

Nov 21, 2023Infection ControlNo citations
Nov 18, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth StandardNo citations

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Longhorn Village offer?

Longhorn Village offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care and Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Is Longhorn Village pet friendly?

Yes. Longhorn Village lists pet-friendly accommodations among its amenities. Ask about any size or breed policies when you visit.

Where is Longhorn Village located?

Longhorn Village is located at 12501 Longhorn Pkwy in Austin, Texas.

What do families say about Longhorn Village?

Longhorn Village is a Life Plan Community in Steiner Ranch outside Austin, and most reviewers describe it as an upscale, friendly place with good food and engaged, long-term residents, some of whom have lived there for six-plus or thirteen-plus years. However, a notable minority of reviews point to management communication problems, a rescinded skilled nursing admission, and concerns that resident input is not always respected during expansion projects.

How did Longhorn Village do on recent health and safety inspections?

Longhorn Village had 6 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 18 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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