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Lodge at Merrilltown Apartments

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 89 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(89) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Lodge at Merrilltown Apartments
Location
Bratton Park, Austin
Service
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
89
Ranking
#32 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
Residents seeking a tight-knit community with attentive management and regular social activities.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-17.

What we found

Residents consistently praise the staff's responsiveness, kindness, and willingness to address requests quickly. The grounds are well kept, maintenance arrives promptly, and a robust schedule of activities fosters a tight-knit community feel that many describe as more than an apartment but a home.

Best for: Residents seeking a tight-knit community with attentive management and regular social activities.
Think twice if: Pest control maintenance has been inconsistent; verify current addressing of outdoor pest issues.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.02 average across the 690 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 36% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 49
Review volume 85
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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Last updated 2026-09-08