Abilene Christian Wildcats
NCAA · Abilene
Wildcat Stadium Athletics
Anthony Field at Wildcat Stadium, ACU campus, corner of Ambler Ave & Judge Ely Blvd, Abilene, TX 79601
20-min radius
Curated by Leopoldus Law

Abilene Christian City Guide

Everything here is anchored to the Wildcat Stadium Athletics complex on Abilene Christian's northeast campus, where the Wildcats train and play at Anthony Field at Wildcat Stadium. Abilene is compact enough that quality dining, recovery, and quiet upscale homes all sit within a short, low-traffic drive of the facility.

6 within 20 minutes

Neighborhoods

Northeast Abilene / Allen Ridge (by ACU)

Rent $1,000–$1,800/mo
N Judge Ely Blvd corridor near ACU, Abilene, TX 79601
SafetyB+
PrivacyLow
Drive4m

The default pick: walk or roll out of bed to the Wildcat Stadium complex, with grocery, Cork & Pig, and teammates all clustered along Judge Ely.

Lofts at Allen Ridge

Rent $1,300–$2,000/mo
2541 N Judge Ely Blvd, Abilene, TX 79601
SafetyA-
PrivacyMedium
Drive4m

Abilene's newest gated rentals right next to ACU with a resort pool and gym, the most popular upgrade for athletes who want amenities and a two-minute commute.

South 7th / Sayles Boulevard area

Rent $1,100–$1,900/mo
Sayles Blvd & S 7th St corridor, Abilene, TX 79605
SafetyB+
PrivacyMedium
Drive12m

Safe, tree-lined streets and character-rich rental homes within walking distance of downtown dining and the Paramount, a lively but laid-back spot popular with students.

Sterling Heights Apartments (mid-town)

Rent $1,200–$2,000/mo
4001 Yeomans Rd, Abilene, TX 79606
SafetyA-
PrivacyMedium
Drive14m

Quiet gated community with pool and updated units, a realistic mid-tier move for an athlete wanting more space and an easy straight shot to the facility via Loop 322.

Wylie / Far Southside (The Mansions, Elm Creek)

Rent $1,400–$2,400/mo
Antilley Rd & Buffalo Gap Rd area, Abilene, TX 79606
SafetyA
PrivacyMedium
Drive16m

The newest, safest part of town with garden-style luxury rentals near Hendrick South shopping, ideal for an athlete who trades a longer commute for space and calm.

Chimney Rock / Country Club area

Rent $2,200–$3,200/mo
Chimney Rock Dr near Abilene Country Club, Abilene, TX 79606
SafetyA
PrivacyHigh
Drive15m

Abilene's most prestigious address for a bigger-NIL athlete: leased brick homes on quiet cul-de-sacs by the golf course, maximum privacy still inside the easy grid.

Abilene Christian City Guide — Athlete City Guide