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Callista Hill Country Apartments

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 210 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(210) 63 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
Callista Hill Country Apartments
Location
Oak Hill, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
210
Ranking
#517 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Residents seeking a peaceful community with strong staff relationships; short-term or newer renters comfortable with the upfront property appeal.

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

Staff like Alex, Chris, Andrew, Paul, and Eric stand out for genuine care, walking residents through processes and responding personally to concerns. The property itself feels quiet and well-kept, with spacious units and decent grounds. However, financial surprises on move-out (cleaning and paint charges well beyond damage), chronic parking shortages after 10 p.m., and serious unresolved issues like car theft, water damage, and security gaps undermine confidence. Residents report management quality has declined over time, and the company has been unresponsive to complaints even involving corporate escalation.

The dog park and coffee bar add appeal, and short-term renters speak highly of their stays. Longer-term residents and those who have moved out paint a different picture: hefty post-move fees despite being told the apartment was clean, no follow-up on promised refunds, and a sense that once you leave, the complex ignores you entirely. The maintenance team itself is generally praised, but management's handling of major issues like flooding and security breaches suggests systemic problems beyond individual staff goodwill.

Praised for
  • staff personalization and responsiveness
  • quiet, peaceful community
  • well-maintained grounds and apartments
  • spacious layouts with patios
  • quick maintenance response
Watch-outs
  • aggressive move-out charges and deposit disputes
  • inadequate parking availability
  • security lapses and vehicle theft
  • poor management after staffing changes
  • flooding damage without remediation
responsive-managementquiet-communitywell-maintainedclean-common-areasfriendly-staffparking-issuessafe-secureoverpriced
Best for: Residents seeking a peaceful community with strong staff relationships; short-term or newer renters comfortable with the upfront property appeal.
Think twice if: Moving out costs far more than expected due to undisclosed cleaning and paint fees; parking is scarce after 10 p.m., and security incidents (including vehicle theft) have gone unresolved by management.

What this place gets right

  • dedicated, personable leasing and maintenance staff
  • quiet, well-landscaped community feel
  • spacious floor plans with private outdoor space
  • pet-friendly with dog park and on-site amenities

Before you tour or apply

  • Alex and Chris named for exceptional leasing experience and follow-up
  • Paul and Eric praised for fast maintenance response
  • Andrew noted for office support
  • In-unit washer-dryer takes up to two weeks to install
  • Parking at capacity by 10 p.m.
  • Move-out cleaning fee $180; residents report charges of $250–$400 even when told apartment was clean
  • Car theft reported within three hours; no internal complex cameras
  • Flooding incidents reported five times over three-year stay; no drying equipment provided, damage charged to deposit

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Spacious layouts and well-kept grounds praised, but move-out charges (often $250–$400) and management unresponsiveness on major damage (flooding, security) undermine value.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park and pet-friendly policy welcomed; no complaints about pets themselves, though broader security and management issues affect all residents.

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

friendly staffapartment layoutquiet communitypoolfriendly neighborsresponsive staffclean areaspacious apartmentsquick issue resolutionsafe

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 16
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
116
4
20
3
12
2
9
1
53

FAQ

What happens when I move out?
If you pay the $180 cleaning fee, you can avoid charges for normal cleaning. However, reviewers report being charged $250–$400 for painting and cleaning even after being told their apartment passed inspection. Deposit deductions are common and often disputed.
Is parking always available?
After 10 p.m., parking fills up and residents report having to park at the leasing office. Daytime parking is generally available.
Do the apartments have in-unit laundry?
Yes, but installation can take up to two weeks after move-in. One reviewer had to request multiple times before getting it installed.

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Last updated 2026-09-22