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Aura Thirty2

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 205 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(205) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury Apartments
Aura Thirty2
Location
Hancock, Austin
Service
Luxury Apartments
Reviews
205
Ranking
#434 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Young professionals and graduate students seeking upscale apartments near universities and downtown.

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

Most residents praise the friendly, attentive staff and the immaculate, modern appearance of the property. Maintenance typically resolves work orders within 24 hours, and amenities like the pool, gym, and event programming create a genuine community feel. The location near UT Austin and downtown is a consistent draw.

A vocal minority reports serious problems: late-night noise from parties, slow email responses from the leasing office (10+ days), theft of packages, and complaints about soundproofing. A few residents claim maintenance quality has declined over time and describe management as unprofessional after lease signing. These issues appear concentrated, but they contradict the stronger positive trend.

Praised for
  • welcoming, professional staff
  • responsive maintenance and quick repairs
  • clean, well-maintained property
  • excellent amenities and location
Watch-outs
  • noise and loud parties late at night
  • slow leasing office communication
  • package theft and security gaps
  • maintenance quality inconsistency
  • poor soundproofing
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Best for: Young professionals and graduate students seeking upscale apartments near universities and downtown.
Think twice if: Consider elsewhere if you are sensitive to noise; recent complaints mention weekly late-night parties and poor soundproofing between units.

What this place gets right

  • staff named as genuine assets (Lorena, Dezirae, April, Antonio praised by name)
  • work orders completed within 24 hours on average
  • modern finishes including high ceilings and walk-in closets
  • prime location steps from UT Austin and downtown

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members Lorena, Dezirae, April, and Antonio mentioned repeatedly in positive reviews as long-term or exemplary employees
  • Maintenance team (including Antonio and Miguel) praised for speed and attentiveness
  • Work orders typically resolved within 24 hours
  • Regular resident events (holiday parties, game day gatherings)
  • Some units feature high ceilings, oversized walk-in closets, and modern appliances

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Most praise amenities, finishes, and location; some note soundproofing gaps and intermittent noise issues detract from the premium feel.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.7 against a 4.01 average across the 780 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 72% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

leasing processwelcoming staffhigh ceilingscommunity loungeclean propertydowntown viewspoolresident eventsresident careinviting atmosphere

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 16
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 59
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

How fast are maintenance requests typically handled?
Multiple residents report work orders are completed within 24 hours on average, though one long-term resident said some issues remained unresolved after a year.
What amenities are included?
The complex features a resort-style swimming pool, sun deck, private pool cabanas, athletic center with cardio theatre and free weights, spin room, garden courtyard, outdoor grills, and covered patios.
Is the location walkable to UT Austin?
Yes; the website states the complex is minutes from UT Austin and Lady Bird Lake, and residents confirm proximity to downtown and campus makes getting around Austin easy.
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Last updated 2026-09-22