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LaRue on Highland

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 809 listed · Scored from 60 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(60) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury Apartments
LaRue on Highland
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Reviews
60

What we found

Residents consistently praise the quiet, tight-knit feel and the responsive, personable staff. Property manager Cindee and maintenance team Benjamin and Yolanda earn repeated mentions for genuine care and quick problem-solving. Clean apartments and smooth move-ins are standard. One reviewer questioned deposit practices and review authenticity.

The community serves people seeking peaceful living near downtown, with amenities like a fitness center, yoga studio, and bike storage. Rates are described as affordable for the neighborhood. Management's attentiveness to both people and property upkeep sets it apart from corporate operations.

Praised for
  • responsive management and maintenance
  • genuine staff care and friendliness
  • quiet, peaceful community
  • clean, well-maintained units
  • easy move-in process
Watch-outs
  • deposit disputes
  • skepticism about review authenticity
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Best for: professionals and individuals seeking quiet luxury living near downtown with genuine, hands-on management
Think twice if: deposit handling practices have triggered at least one resident concern; verify terms before signing

What this place gets right

  • personable, responsive management team
  • quiet, intimate community feel
  • clean, updated units with modern appliances
  • convenient location near downtown, The Domain, and ACC

Before you tour or apply

  • Property manager Cindee and maintenance staff Benjamin and Yolanda named repeatedly for responsiveness and care
  • Smart laundry facilities available
  • Amazon package lockers on-site
  • Electric car charge ports
  • Yoga and spin studios
  • Described as small, tight-knit community

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Quiet, clean units with modern stainless steel appliances attract residents seeking peaceful luxury; attentive management and maintenance keep living standards high.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.02 average across the 585 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 21% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

updated apartmentsquiet buildingaffordabilityquiet communityrenovationsstainless steel appliancesHas laundry roomamazing staffinteriorscleanliness

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 62
Review volume 78
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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FAQ

Is there a fitness center on-site?
Yes, LaRue has a 24-hour fitness center, yoga studio, and spin studio.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the property welcomes pets.
Is the location walkable to restaurants and entertainment?
Yes, residents report it is walking distance to Highland restaurants and Galaxy Highland Movies.

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Last updated 2026-07-17