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Lucent Apartments

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 321 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(321) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
Lucent Apartments
Location
Parmer Park, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
321
Ranking
#117 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Residents who value attentive leasing staff and modern amenities; returning tenants satisfied with recent upgrades.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-09-01.

What we found

Five-star ratings dominate, praising Alejandro, Tammy, and Ivan by name for transparency, professionalism, and quick repairs. One-star reviewers report serious cracks: roaches ignored despite multiple spray requests, stolen packages on move-in day, and a pool down for nearly a year. The gap between best and worst experiences is stark and revolves around operational consistency.

Lucent shines in personal interactions and unit quality but stumbles on pest management and follow-through. Residents returning after two years found improvements they loved, yet others abandoned apartments due to infestations they couldn't resolve. The leasing team and maintenance stars exist, but pest control and accountability appear inconsistent.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable, friendly leasing staff
  • responsive, efficient maintenance team
  • well-maintained units
  • recent renovations and upgrades
Watch-outs
  • roach and pest control failures
  • package theft
  • slow maintenance processing
  • long pool renovation delays
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Best for: Residents who value attentive leasing staff and modern amenities; returning tenants satisfied with recent upgrades.
Think twice if: Pest control and package security are deal-breakers; pool or maintenance delays have frustrated residents recently.

What this place gets right

  • staff known by name for professionalism and transparency
  • recent community-wide renovations
  • quick maintenance response when engaged
  • pet-friendly with dedicated dog park

Before you tour or apply

  • Alejandro (leasing) praised for transparency and knowledge across five separate reviews
  • Ivan (maintenance) completed repairs quickly and explained work clearly
  • Tammy (manager) described as responsive and knowledgeable
  • Jasmine Morales (leasing) worked with specific resident needs
  • Pool renovation ongoing for nearly a year
  • Pest treatment documented as ineffective (30-second visit on camera)

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Units recently renovated and well-maintained; knowledgeable leasing staff. Pest control and package theft mar the luxury promise.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park available; no complaints specific to pet services reported.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury 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 58
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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262
4
8
3
5
2
10
1
36

FAQ

Are maintenance repairs completed quickly?
When fully engaged, maintenance handles repairs professionally and fast. Ivan completed a major repair same day and explained the work clearly. However, some requests are slow to process.
How responsive is the leasing office?
Leasing staff like Alejandro and Tammy receive consistent praise for knowledge and helpfulness during tours. One reviewer waited 30 minutes without an arrival, so walk-in availability varies.
What amenities does Lucent have?
The community offers a resort-style pool (recently renovated), dog park, firepit areas, outdoor kitchen, resident lounge, poolside cabanas, conference rooms, and business center.

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Last updated 2026-09-08