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EightyOne10 Blue Goose

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 108 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(108) 62 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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EightyOne10 Blue Goose
Location
Harris Branch, Manor
Services
Pet-Friendly Apartments, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
108
Ranking
#324 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
Residents who prioritize quick maintenance response and staff availability, willing to overlook management friction.

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

Strong staff and maintenance responses earn consistent five-star praise, but a vocal minority report alarming pest infestations, faulty climate systems, and a parking scheme reviewers call predatory. Security lapses (vehicle theft, break-ins) and arbitrary rule changes under management create real frustration for longer-term residents, though newer arrivals often express satisfaction.

The property markets itself as luxury but reviewers find the infrastructure and pest control fall short of that standard. Named staff like Keyla and Yomiuri stand out for responsiveness, yet management-particularly a manager named Lisa-draws complaints for inconsistent policy application and poor communication. Reviewers also flag forced utilities, exclusive electric service, and mandatory trash fees not disclosed upfront.

Praised for
  • helpful, knowledgeable staff (Keyla, Sarah, Yomiuri named)
  • timely maintenance response (48-hour promise honored)
  • quiet, calm atmosphere
  • modern design and finishes
Watch-outs
  • severe pest problems (ants, roaches, snakes)
  • erratic climate control and design flaws
  • aggressive towing policies and parking confusion
  • inconsistent management and rule enforcement
  • safety and security concerns (car theft, break-ins)
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Best for: Residents who prioritize quick maintenance response and staff availability, willing to overlook management friction.
Think twice if: You own multiple vehicles, are sensitive to pest issues, or need transparent parking and utility policies. Towing fees and rule changes frustrate longer-term residents.

What this place gets right

  • Staff named for responsiveness (Keyla, Sarah, Yomiuri)
  • 48-hour maintenance completion guarantee honored
  • Pet-friendly units available
  • Modern finishes and quiet grounds praised

Before you tour or apply

  • Keyla and Sarah praised for leasing and follow-up responsiveness
  • Yomiuri (maintenance) named for respect and quick repairs
  • 48-hour maintenance completion guarantee (American Landmark 360 promise) consistently met per reviews
  • Climate control issues: thermostats frequently misread actual temperatures
  • Smoke alarm triggered by normal oven use noted as design flaw
  • Mandatory trash service ($20/month) and exclusive electric provider option, not disclosed upfront
  • Parking system changes frequently, risking towing for unaware residents
  • One vehicle per lease limit for solo residents enforced strictly

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet units available and welcomed, but reviewers report noise from barking dogs and question pet policies' enforcement
Luxury Apartments
Modern design praised, but pest control, climate systems, and building infrastructure fall short of luxury standard for many residents

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.8 against a 4.02 average across the 692 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 43% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

helpful staffmodern designquiet atmospheretowingpoolleasing stafftimely maintenanceapartment selectioncapable staffamazing staff

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 23
Review volume 88
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

How fast is maintenance response?
Staff honor a 48-hour completion guarantee on work orders per reviews. Named technicians like Yomiuri are noted for quick, respectful repairs.
What are the parking rules and costs?
One vehicle per lease for solo residents; additional vehicles risk towing at $390 per incident. Parking systems change frequently, requiring repeated registration on different platforms.
Are there undisclosed fees?
Yes. Mandatory trash service costs $20 or more per month, and residents are restricted to the complex's exclusive electric service provider, not disclosed upfront per review complaints.

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Last updated 2026-09-22