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Berkshire Santal Apartments

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 213 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(213) 65 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Pet-Friendly ApartmentsLuxury Apartments
Berkshire Santal Apartments
Location
Austin
Services
Pet-Friendly Apartments, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
213
Ranking
#182 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
Pet owners seeking luxury apartments with responsive maintenance, who plan short-term stays and expect higher renewal rates.

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 spacious, well-finished apartments, responsive maintenance staff like Cameron Neal, and peaceful atmosphere with nearby trails. Management keeps requests quick-often same-day. But the complex frustrates many on renewal: advertised rates can be $300 to $600 lower than renewal offers for identical units. Thin walls let neighbors' bass vibrations travel across floors. Some report security deposit withholding over minor repairs and inconsistent rule enforcement.

Pet owners note the dog park is sometimes neglected. Staff experiences vary widely; leasing team members Claire and Kena earn praise for thoroughness, but others report rushed, unhelpful interactions. Despite luxury finishes and amenities, the disconnect between advertised and renewal pricing, plus soundproofing gaps, makes long-term satisfaction uncertain.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance staff
  • quiet, well-maintained community
  • spacious units with modern finishes
  • friendly staff and management
  • great location and trail access
Watch-outs
  • thin walls and noise problems
  • aggressive renewal pricing above market
  • security deposit disputes and excessive move-out charges
  • inconsistent management and enforcement
  • poor amenity maintenance
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Best for: Pet owners seeking luxury apartments with responsive maintenance, who plan short-term stays and expect higher renewal rates.
Think twice if: Sensitive to noise or plan to stay beyond one lease cycle; renewal rates often exceed advertised market rates for identical units.

What this place gets right

  • Same-day or next-day maintenance response
  • Spacious floor plans with concrete floors and high ceilings
  • Quiet community setting near trails and Hill Country feel
  • Dedicated staff like Claire and Cameron Neal

Before you tour or apply

  • Maintenance technician Cameron Neal praised for speed and knowledge
  • Leasing staff Claire and Kena noted for going above-and-beyond
  • Parcel Pending package locker system available
  • Dog park present but sometimes poorly maintained
  • Typical renewal increases: 5-10% above renewal offers, sometimes $300-600 below advertised rates for same unit

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park amenity present but inconsistently maintained; one-star review noted waste coverage and broken water fountain.
Luxury Apartments
Modern finishes and spacious layouts praised; renewal pricing practices draw heavy criticism for exceeding market rates by $300-600 for identical units.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4 against a 4.02 average across the 692 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

leasing processdog parkquiet complexfriendly neighborshigh ceilingsbeautiful groundspoolpeaceful atmospherespacious apartmentsnearby trails

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 33
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
141
4
15
3
7
2
10
1
40

FAQ

How fast does maintenance respond?
Most requests are resolved the same day or next day. Technician Cameron Neal is specifically noted for immediate, knowledgeable service.
What are the pet fees?
Pet fee is $400 upfront, plus $20 per month pet rent. Their website lists pet-friendly housing as a service.
Will my rent stay the same at renewal?
No. Residents report 5-10% increases at renewal, and the complex has been seen advertising identical units at $300-600 lower rates than their renewal offers to current tenants.

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Last updated 2026-09-22