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Creekside at Kenney's Fort

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 165 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(165) 65 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Creekside at Kenney's Fort
Location
Round Rock
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments, Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Reviews
165
Ranking
#303 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
pet owners seeking pet-friendly amenities and quick maintenance response from named staff.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-17.

What we found

Move-in condition failures and cheap finishes dominate recent complaints, with reviewers describing filthy hallways, painted-over damage, and built-in defects. Yet those who stay report strong maintenance response from Daniel and colleagues, and leasing staff like Martha handle tours and transfers smoothly. The disconnect suggests unit and common-area quality issues don't improve after occupancy, leaving long-term residents frustrated with management's passive-aggressive communication on unresolved parking, pest, and safety problems.

Their website lists pet amenities (dog park, washing station), fitness center, and on-site Starbucks, with base rents starting at $1,029 for 1-bedroom units. Multiple reviewers note management delays on towing and parking disputes, and several cite incomplete pest control. Staff name recognition (Daniel in maintenance, Martha in leasing) appears strong among satisfied residents, but equally strong distrust of leasing staff emerges in recent reviews.

Praised for
  • maintenance responsiveness
  • friendly leasing staff (Martha, Selena)
  • clean amenities and grounds
  • well-maintained property
Watch-outs
  • filthy move-in conditions
  • cheap construction and materials
  • pest and bug problems
  • poor management communication
  • security concerns and parking issues
  • unprofessional handling of maintenance requests
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Best for: pet owners seeking pet-friendly amenities and quick maintenance response from named staff.
Think twice if: Move-in standards are poor; management communication is slow and defensive on parking, pest control, and maintenance disputes.

What this place gets right

  • responsive maintenance (Daniel praised repeatedly)
  • friendly leasing tours (Martha recognized)
  • on-site Starbucks and pet amenities
  • in-unit washer/dryer and detached garages

Before you tour or apply

  • Daniel (maintenance technician) praised for speed and professionalism
  • Martha (leasing staff) praised for tour guidance and responsiveness
  • On-site Starbucks Coffee Lounge
  • Dog park and pet-washing station
  • Move-in units described as filthy with paint splatter, chewed door frames, and hallway pest infestations
  • Parking and garage shortages; towing disputes take over a week to address
  • Pool closure during tenancy reported
  • Cheap finishes (vinyl peeling on move-in, stained floors, cracks in flooring)

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park and pet-washing station praised for quality; amenities are well-maintained according to positive reviews.
Luxury Apartments
Marketed as luxury but cheap construction complaints (peeling vinyl, cracked flooring, poor finishes) undercut perception; clean common areas offset by filthy move-in conditions.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.9 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 60% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 28
Review volume 96
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 43
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

What happens if my unit is not clean on move-in day?
Multiple recent reviewers reported filthy units with paint splatter, stains, and pet damage painted over rather than repaired. Management did not address these issues after complaints.
How responsive is maintenance?
Maintenance staff respond quickly to work orders, with Daniel specifically praised for speed and professionalism. However, pest control and other management issues take significantly longer (over a week reported).
What are the pet amenities?
A dog park and pet-washing station are on-site and well-maintained according to reviews.

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Last updated 2026-09-08