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Lamar Place Apartments

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

4.2(108) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
Lamar Place Apartments
Location
Highland, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
108
Ranking
#76 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Families and long-term residents seeking quiet, pet-friendly living near UT with responsive management.

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

Most residents highlight Vikki and the management team's responsiveness, with work orders typically completed within 24 hours and maintenance issues resolved fast. The community appeals to families seeking a calm, well-maintained setting near UT and Downtown, though one long-term resident reports security issues including package theft and disruptive neighbors.

Praised for
  • responsive management and staff
  • quick maintenance turnaround
  • quiet, family-friendly community
  • attentive property care
Watch-outs
  • package theft blamed on residents
  • safety concerns and neighbor behavior
  • water shutoffs mentioned
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Best for: Families and long-term residents seeking quiet, pet-friendly living near UT with responsive management.
Think twice if: Safety and package security have been concerns; one resident reported theft and disruptive neighbors.

What this place gets right

  • Vikki Martinez leads responsive, attentive management
  • maintenance responds within 24 hours
  • quiet, well-maintained community
  • competitive pricing for the location

Before you tour or apply

  • Vikki Martinez is consistently named as manager; praised for fast communication and responsiveness
  • Work orders typically completed within 24 hours
  • Maintenance staff noted for professionalism
  • HVAC and pest control services referenced (pest service comes out Wednesdays)
  • Residents Victoria, Lorraine, and Vikki Martinez mentioned as key staff

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Praised for cleanliness, modern finishes (granite counters, stainless steel), and well-maintained grounds.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Residents confirm pet-friendly policy; one mentions arranging pest service regularly.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.01 average across the 780 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 42% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 44
Review volume 88
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
77
4
9
3
3
2
0
1
19

FAQ

How fast do work orders get completed?
Maintenance typically completes work orders within 24 hours, according to long-term residents.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, Lamar Place is pet-friendly. Pest control service is available and comes out on Wednesdays if needed.

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Last updated 2026-09-22