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44 South

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 301 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(301) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury Apartments
44 South
Location
South Austin, Austin
Service
Luxury Apartments
Reviews
301
Ranking
#363 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Professionals seeking modern luxury apartments near downtown Austin with strong community management.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-22). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-21.

What we found

Living at 44 South brings consistent praise for staff attentiveness and fast maintenance turnarounds. Residents highlight the modern finishes, resort-style pool, and proximity to downtown Austin and South Congress as major draws. However, car break-ins despite gated parking, surprise convenience fees on rent, and occasional noise complaints temper the experience for some tenants over a 2-3 year stretch.

The leasing team (especially Jared, Fallon, Freddy) earns repeated mention for going above and beyond during tours and lease approval. Maintenance staff like Val, Dominic, and Philip respond quickly and explain their work. Package security appears improved with front desk holding. The South Austin location near Lady Bird Lake and dog parks appeals to long-term residents.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance team
  • attentive leasing staff (Jared, Fallon, Freddy, Jessica)
  • modern units and resort pool
  • clean property and organized events
  • safe location near downtown and parks
Watch-outs
  • vehicle break-ins and weak security
  • surprise $24 monthly convenience fee
  • noisy neighbors
  • dirty hallways
  • gate malfunctions
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Best for: Professionals seeking modern luxury apartments near downtown Austin with strong community management.
Think twice if: Concerned about vehicle security; the gated parking has experienced break-ins and gate malfunctions despite management presence.

What this place gets right

  • Responsive maintenance completing requests within hours
  • Attentive leasing agents who prioritize tenant approval
  • Resort-style pool and modern unit finishes
  • Safe, well-maintained South Austin location near downtown

Before you tour or apply

  • Maintenance team (Val, Dominic, Philip) complete requests within hours
  • Leasing agents Jared, Fallon, Freddy, and Jessica named for exceptional service
  • Resort-inspired pool draws repeat praise
  • Front desk holds packages to reduce theft
  • Valet trash pickup included
  • ESA pet fees waived in at least one case
  • $24 monthly convenience fee for online rent payment not disclosed on lease

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Modern finishes, resort pool, and responsive staff earn consistent five-star praise; vehicle security and surprise fees create friction for some long-term tenants.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4 against a 4.01 average across the 780 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 89% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

access to highwayshelpful teamleasing office staffcozy unitsfree coffeecar towingapartment designbrand new communitypackage theftlease renewal

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 33
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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4
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58

FAQ

How quickly does maintenance respond to requests?
Residents report maintenance requests completed within a few hours, and staff explain work in progress and ensure full resolution.
Is there a package theft problem?
The front desk holds packages to prevent theft, though car break-ins in the gated lot remain a concern for some tenants.
Are there extra fees when I pay rent online?
Yes, a $24 monthly convenience fee applies to online payments through their Yardi system; this is not disclosed on leases and requires bank account linking.
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Last updated 2026-09-22