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MAA Round Rock

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 389 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(389) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Luxury ApartmentsStudent HousingPet-Friendly Apartments
MAA Round Rock
Location
Colonial Grand, Round Rock
Services
Luxury Apartments, Student Housing, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
389
Ranking
#69 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Residents seeking attentive staff, outdoor amenities, and a pet-friendly community with established on-site maintenance.

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 praise the front desk and maintenance staff by name, especially Jacqueline, Jose, and Pedro, who handle requests promptly and treat tenants with genuine warmth. The property offers resort amenities (pool, dog park, gym, trails), keeps grounds clean, and draws long-term residents.

Serious concerns surface in a minority of reviews: roaches spotted in a unit tour, rampant theft of bikes and vehicles with no visible security, and steep move-out charges levied per item (cleaning, appliances, painting). Appliances are aging and energy-hungry. The gap between the welcoming office experience and post-move-out financial surprises is stark.

Praised for
  • Staff warmth and follow-through (Jackie, Jose, Pedro, Sandra)
  • Quick responsive maintenance and work orders
  • Well-maintained clean grounds and amenities
  • Welcoming community with amenities variety
Watch-outs
  • Pest issues in units (roaches)
  • Package/item theft and lack of security
  • High move-out charges (cleaning, appliances, painting)
  • Aging appliances and utilities
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Best for: Residents seeking attentive staff, outdoor amenities, and a pet-friendly community with established on-site maintenance.
Think twice if: Pest control track record unclear; budget for move-out charges and theft prevention; old appliances may drive higher utilities.

What this place gets right

  • Named staff known for responsiveness and care (Jacqueline, Jose, Pedro)
  • Full amenity set: resort pool, dog park, gym, trails, car wash
  • Prompt maintenance response to work orders
  • Long-term tenant retention and satisfaction

Before you tour or apply

  • Jacqueline Feliciano: leasing agent praised for professionalism and care through move-in
  • Jose and Pedro: maintenance staff named repeatedly for responsiveness and respect
  • Sandra Leal: front desk staff credited with tenant retention
  • In-unit washer/dryer standard
  • Covered parking, trash compactor, dog wash station, car wash and vacuum area available
  • Trail system and natural surroundings (cows from adjacent school property noted)
  • Work orders typically handled in timely manner

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Resort amenities, named staff service, and long-term retention praised; move-out charges and pest concerns dampen luxury perception.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
On-site dog park with wash station and nature trails noted as valued by residents with pets.
Student Housing
No review evidence specific to student housing; proximity to Austin mentioned but no college or student-focused feedback.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.01 average across the 780 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 95% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 65
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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317
4
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FAQ

Do units come with in-unit laundry?
Yes, the business states all units include in-unit washer and dryer.
What pet amenities are available?
The property offers a dog park with a wash station. Covered parking, car wash, and vacuum areas are also on-site.
How far is MAA Round Rock from downtown Austin?
The business states it is approximately 30 minutes from downtown Austin.

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Last updated 2026-09-22