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Lively At Gilbert

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 4 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(4) 61 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Lively At Gilbert
Location
Decker Creek Estates, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
4
Ranking
#505 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Residents seeking attainable luxury apartments with strong community service and responsive maintenance.

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

All four reviews are five-star. Residents and tours mention staff warmth and quick maintenance response, with particular praise for Ariana, Amber, and Ronya. Units are described as cute and well-kept. Data is limited to four reviews.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • friendly and welcoming staff
  • well-maintained units
  • strong sense of teamwork
  • responsive maintenance
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Best for: Residents seeking attainable luxury apartments with strong community service and responsive maintenance.

What this place gets right

  • responsive maintenance team
  • welcoming front-office staff
  • resort-style pool and cabanas
  • gated community with pet park

Before you tour or apply

  • John (maintenance) responds immediately to reported issues
  • Ariana, Amber, Ronya named as welcoming staff members
  • Units described as cute and well-maintained
  • Insect control handled quickly by maintenance team

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Well-maintained units, friendly staff during tours and check-in, responsive maintenance team.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 5 against a 4.01 average across the 780 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 6% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 43
Review volume 30
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

Do you allow pets?
Yes. Pet fee is $200 one-time and pet rent is $20/month. The community has a pet park.
What are the unit sizes and pricing?
Attainable Living 1 Bedroom starts at $1174/mo; 1 Bedroom at $1339/mo; 2 Bedroom at $1829/mo; 3 Bedroom at $2249/mo. Garage is $100/mo, carport $30/mo.
Is maintenance responsive?
Reviewers report immediate response to maintenance requests, including pest control issues.

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Staff in the leasing office, particularly Taeya and Amanda, earn consistent praise for patience and willingness to work with residents facing credit issues or back rent. Many residents stay years or plan to stay longer. However, serious concerns shadow the experience: persistent roach and mold problems despite repeated pest control, overflowing trash in common areas, vehicle break-ins, nearby shootings, and sporadic management responsiveness. Documentation and follow-up on maintenance requests appear inconsistent, and some residents report unprofessional conduct from office and maintenance staff. The property occupies an isolated location on Austin's far Eastside with limited nearby retail and long commute times for many services. The facility itself includes what the business describes as granite-topped kitchens, full washer-dryer connections, a pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Wheelchair accessibility and onsite parking are available. The property does work with renters on payment plans and welcomes pets. Yet the gap between the stated amenities and day-to-day living conditions-pest pressure, cleanliness, security, and staffing consistency-is substantial enough that several multi-year residents report deciding to leave or actively searching for alternatives.

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Last updated 2026-09-22