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Elan

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 320 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(320) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Elan
Location
Renaissance At Hunter's Chase, Austin
Services
Pet-Friendly Apartments, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
320
Ranking
#23 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
Pet owners and residents seeking responsive management and community feel.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-22). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-17.

What we found

Long-term residents and new movers consistently praise Elan's staff warmth and speed. Aaron, Whitney, Courtney, Micah, and Verenice handle maintenance issues and leasing with genuine care, often going beyond expectations. The complex feels peaceful and safe, with a spacious dog park and strong community events.

Two recent one-star reviews flag a broken front gate and an unexplained application denial with retained fees. While the vast majority report smooth move-ins and a strong sense of belonging, those specific issues deserve attention if you value transparency and security responsiveness.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance staff
  • welcoming and professional management
  • friendly leasing team
  • good value for space
  • well-kept property
  • dog park and amenities
Watch-outs
  • broken gate security
  • unclear application denials
  • unexplained fee retention
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Best for: Pet owners and residents seeking responsive management and community feel.
Think twice if: Front gate security and application transparency have recent complaints; clarify policies before applying.

What this place gets right

  • responsive maintenance and friendly staff
  • spacious units for the price
  • active community and events
  • well-maintained grounds

Before you tour or apply

  • Aaron (maintenance) assists residents beyond shift duties
  • Courtney (leasing agent) praised for knowledge and personality
  • Whitney (manager) noted for responsiveness and care
  • Verenice (new manager) bilingual staff member
  • Micah (Assistant Manager) noted for professionalism
  • Rene and Francisco (maintenance) highlighted for work quality
  • Community walks and play nights organized
  • Maintenance responds quickly to AC and other issues

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Spacious dog park praised; residents report peace and safety for pets and families.
Luxury Apartments
Units praised for size relative to price; designer finishes and amenities meet luxury expectations.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.02 average across the 692 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 91% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 52
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 69
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
240
4
22
3
12
2
5
1
41

FAQ

Do you accept short-term leases?
One reviewer inquired about six-month stays, but the response is not provided in available reviews.
Is there a dog park on site?
Yes, Elan has a spacious dog park that residents describe as great for pets to run around.
How quickly does maintenance respond?
Residents report that maintenance (particularly Aaron) responds very quickly to issues like AC problems, sometimes even outside normal shift hours.

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Last updated 2026-09-22