
Welcome home!
Welcome to The Vibe Recovery Co-Op—a unique, community-driven sanctuary in San Marcos dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey to recovery. Here, we do more than offer sober living—we create a collaborative, healing space where people support each other as they rebuild their lives. Whether you're stepping into recovery or deepening it, you're not alone. At The Vibe, we rise together.
We recognized that there are insufficient resources for individuals in recovery in San Marcos. So we put our thinking caps on and came up with The Vibe, a recovery co-op! We have a rooms dedicated to helping men and women achieve calm, joyful, fulfilling, and meaningful lives. Every member here is committed to the community and works hard to make it all it can be.
All members are in recovery from something and are working daily to stay the course. If this sounds appealing, please continue reading.
We work together to help our neighbors, strengthen our recovery, and lend aid where we can. We have no investors, no claims office, and no hierarchy. We all work together to make the property, the members, and the world just a little better. If you want to live a life in recovery, have the desire to work hard, and want to grow with us, we would love to meet.
We offer a range of membership levels to support the community's stability and growth. Please read below to see what one is right for you!
Memberships
Every membership includes:
rent | water | electric | wifi | community gardens | group events | peer support | on site water crafts | parks/trail | helping others |

1
grassroots collective
700.00 per mo
Our "Grassroots Collective" offers shared accommodations designed for individuals committed to sobriety and seeking a supportive, empowering space. Residents share temporary housing while they stabilize financially, with a strong focus on personal growth, mutual accountability, and connection. This model encourages independence while providing the safety net of a like-minded recovery community.
This is a program we host for a local up-and-coming non-profit in San Marcos.
2
vibe co-op
900-1100 mo
If you are in longer-term recovery, you are likely seeking a sense of community, support, a safe home, and a place to start anew. That is precisely what we are building at the Vibe. At this level, you have been sober for a while, can pay your bills on time, and are ready to give back to the community. We understand your rental or background history may be less than favorable, but it's cool. Ours are bad too. Progress before progression-we have your back. By reporting monthly payments and working with UFCU, we aim to help you establish a rental history and set a stable path.
3
the helpers
900-1000 per mo
The world is much different now than when we first started. San Marcos is limited in recovery resources and or volunteers at times. The truth is, we are all recovering from something, so let's expand our community. These apartments are designed for individuals who require no assistance—people seeking a sense of community and belonging to something bigger than themselves. Do you have a talent or gift you would like to share? Yoga, Art, Recovery Pro, Contractor, Student, Service Work? We are a big community with many moving parts. Want in?
check out our community
Vibrant and full of life, our furnished apartments offer dignity, community, and a sense of belonging. We look forward to meeting you soon!
[y]our community
Community Park
Outdoor community areas providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for our residents. Grill, hang out, do yoga and/or meditate with us.
gardens
Our community gardens are more than just green spaces—they're places of growth, learning, and connection. Here, members can engage in mindful activity, build new skills, and nourish their bodies and minds. Whether you're planting, harvesting, or just soaking up the sun, the garden offers a space for healing and rooted community
River days
San Marcos is the perfect place to stay fit and healthy! We love the river! We have ample floats and water crafts to lead out anytime. Group floats on the weekends as well!
meetings
In-residence Group Meetings, DAA at Wake The Dead Coffee,
Art, AA, Healthy Nutrition, Relapse Prevention, Communication Skills,
and more.
Support team
Our community is well versed in long-term recovery. We're here to help you along the way. We look forward to working with you to see how we can best be of service.
Hiking trails
We are conveniently located just next door to Schulle Canyon Nature Area. So if morning hikes are your thing, we have you covered.
Parking
Your apartment rental comes with ample parking space for you and a guest! If you have been in San Marcos long, you know parking in the city is like finding gold!
convenience
Online bill-pay, online maintenance requests, close to campus, shopping, the river, and more!
Community
San Marcos is a small town with the amenities of a busy city. Rich in arts, culture, music, and natural beauty, you can always find something to do. Check out Visit San Marcos for more info.
the experience
You can dip a paddle, day or night, in the spring-fed San Marcos River. Hike trails in nature preserves, all right in the center of town. Immerse yourself in art, stroll past murals and be mesmerized by fine painters in the same evening.
BE A LOCAL
Keep up with all the latest happenings here. There is always something going on. Make some new friends, find some new hobbies or just do what you love. San Marcos has you covered.
downtown
Shopping small, mural hunting, getting tasty treats and so much more - you're always in for a fun time while exploring Downtown San Marcos!
