Crossland Downs Condominiums Auburn, AL

 

Condos Near Auburn University's Vet School on Stonegate Drive

Crossland Downs is a wooded condo community located off Wire Road on Stonegate Drive, directly across from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. If you're looking for student housing near Auburn but don't necessarily need to be within walking distance of downtown, Crossland Downs gives you more of a residential feel while still keeping campus just a few minutes away.

The community is especially popular with Auburn Vet School students, parents buying for their Auburn student, investors looking for rental income, and Auburn fans wanting a game day property with short-term rental potential.

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Location & Convenience

 

Directly Across from Auburn University's Vet School

Location is one of the biggest reasons people look at Crossland Downs. The community sits directly across Wire Road from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, making it particularly convenient for veterinary students or anyone who spends a lot of time on that side of campus.

Auburn University's main campus is also just up Wire Road, so you're still only a short drive or Tiger Transit ride from classes, Jordan-Hare Stadium, downtown Auburn, and the rest of campus.

 

Tiger Transit at the Community

Another big plus for students is Tiger Transit. Auburn University's Wire Road route currently has stops serving Crossland Downs, including one near the Large Animal Teaching Hospital and another at the Stonegate side of the community.

That gives students another way to get to campus without having to drive and find parking every day.

 

Close to Shopping & Restaurants

Crossland Downs is also convenient to South College Street, where you'll find grocery stores, restaurants, shopping, and quick access to I-85 (and Buc-ee's!). It doesn't have the walk-to-downtown location of some Auburn student condos, but everyday trips around Auburn are easy from here.

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Condo Features & Floor Plans

 

More Variety Than You Might Expect

One thing that's a little different about Crossland Downs is the variety of units within the community. Depending on the section and individual condo, you'll find everything from smaller studio and one-bedroom units to larger two- and three-bedroom layouts.

Some of the larger units are around 1,400 square feet, giving students and owners considerably more room than you'll find in many condos closer to downtown Auburn.

 

What You'll Find at Crossland Downs

• Studio, 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom options (some of the loft spaces of the 2-bedrooms units have been converted into a 3rd bedroom)
• Larger townhome-style layouts in parts of the community
• Multiple bathrooms in many of the larger units
• Private patios or outdoor areas with many units
• Additional storage with some floor plans
• Mature trees throughout the community
• Floor plans that work well for students, roommates, or game day use
• Various degrees of updates, so it's important to take a look at different units.

Because Crossland Downs includes several sections and different floor plans, it's important to look at the details of the individual unit rather than assuming every condo is set up the same way.

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Community Amenities

 

Pool, Courts & a Wooded Setting

Crossland Downs feels different from many of Auburn's larger student complexes. Mature trees surround much of the community, and the buildings are spread out along Stonegate Drive rather than centered around a large apartment-style development.

The community also includes a swimming pool and recreation areas, including tennis courts.

For buyers who want student housing but prefer something that feels a little less like a student apartment complex, this is one of Crossland Downs' biggest advantages.

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Why Buyers Like Crossland Downs

 

A Great Location for Vet School Students

If your student is attending Auburn's College of Veterinary Medicine, Crossland Downs should probably be on your list to consider. Being directly across Wire Road from the Vet School is hard to beat, especially when you're comparing it with communities on the opposite side of Auburn.

 

More Space for the Money

Crossland Downs can also be attractive to buyers who want more living space without paying the premium that often comes with condos within walking distance of downtown Auburn.

The larger floor plans give students room for roommates, guests, studying, and everyday living while still keeping them close to campus.

 

A Different Feel From Downtown Student Housing

Not every Auburn student wants to live downtown. Crossland Downs offers a more tucked-away, wooded setting while still being very much connected to Auburn University.

For parents comparing different student housing options, that's often the decision: walkability to downtown versus more space and a quieter setting a few minutes from campus.

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Investment Potential

 

Student Rental Appeal

Crossland Downs is attractive to parents buying for their Auburn student as well as investors looking for rental income. Its location across from the Vet School, Tiger Transit access, variety of floor plans, and proximity to Auburn University give it a broad potential renter base.

The larger units can work particularly well for roommates, while smaller units may appeal to students who would rather live alone.

As with any Auburn investment property, you'll want to look at the individual unit's purchase price, expected rent, HOA fees, insurance, condition, and rental history before deciding whether the numbers make sense.

 

Short-Term Rental Flexibility

Another feature that makes Crossland Downs interesting is its short-term rental potential. This can give owners the option of using a condo as an Auburn game day property while potentially renting it during football weekends, graduation, or other times when they're not using it themselves.

That flexibility can be especially appealing to Auburn alumni and parents who want a place of their own in Auburn but don't plan to occupy it year-round.

Buyers should always confirm the current HOA rules, City of Auburn short-term rental regulations, licensing requirements, and any unit-specific restrictions before purchasing with plans to operate a short-term rental.

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Is Crossland Downs Right for You?

Crossland Downs makes the most sense for buyers who value space, a wooded setting, Vet School convenience, and easy access to campus more than being able to walk downtown.

If you're a parent buying for an Auburn student, an investor comparing student rental properties, a Vet School student, or an Auburn fan looking for a property with game day and short-term rental potential, Crossland Downs is definitely a community worth comparing with your other options.

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Looking Beyond Student Housing?

While condos and townhomes are popular choices for Auburn students, they're not the right fit for everyone. Many buyers eventually decide they'd prefer a traditional single-family home, whether they're relocating to Auburn, working at Auburn University, looking for more space, planning for retirement, or simply exploring all of their options.

I've created detailed guides for many Auburn neighborhoods and Opelika neighborhoods, including information on home prices, amenities, HOA details, schools, commute times, and what it's like to live there. From newer communities in North Auburn to established neighborhoods closer to campus, there's a wide range of options depending on your goals and budget.

Many of these neighborhood guides also include HOA information, nearby shopping and restaurants, school zoning information, and current homes for sale.