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Old South Austin Apartments

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 27 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(27) 68 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
Old South Austin Apartments
Location
Galindo, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
27
Best for
People seeking affordable, quiet 1-bedroom apartments near downtown with responsive management.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-21.

What we found

Residents consistently praise the quiet, well-maintained grounds, attentive management (particularly property manager Maureen), and quick maintenance responses. The South Austin location offers easy downtown access while feeling safe and residential.

Most units are 1-bedroom and described as cozy and updated. Common areas including the pool, laundry room, BBQ area, and landscaping receive regular upkeep. One departing tenant disputed a move-out re-letting fee, though the complex itself earned high marks for pest control and general care during their stay.

Praised for
  • responsive management and maintenance
  • clean grounds and pool
  • friendly neighbors and community
  • great location near downtown
  • fair pricing for the area
Watch-outs
  • re-letting fees and move-out charges unclear
  • South 1st Street traffic during peak hours
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Best for: People seeking affordable, quiet 1-bedroom apartments near downtown with responsive management.
Think twice if: South 1st Street has heavy traffic during peak hours; clarify move-out policies and fees before signing.

What this place gets right

  • attentive property manager Maureen and maintenance staff Jesse
  • well-kept grounds, pool, and laundry facilities
  • 1-bedroom units described as affordable and updated
  • quiet community feel despite central location

Before you tour or apply

  • Property manager Maureen praised for communication, organization, and going out of her way for tenants (including forwarding packages)
  • Maintenance staff Jesse noted for quick response times and friendly demeanor
  • Landscaping maintained weekly
  • No physical leasing office; flexible move-in/move-out process
  • Pet-friendly with active pest control

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Small, quaint complex with updated 1-bedroom units and high-touch management; positioning emphasizes charm and value rather than luxury amenities.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Welcomes dogs; residents confirm no pest issues and active pest control management.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 12% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

quaint complexclean poollaundry roomclean groundsfriendly neighborscozy unitbbq areaclose to the cityresponsive managementeasy highway access

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 51
Review volume 63
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

How quickly does maintenance respond?
Multiple residents report maintenance requests handled very quickly; staff member Jesse is named for being responsive and friendly.
Is the pool maintained?
Yes, residents consistently describe the pool as clean and well-maintained.
What is nearby?
Close to downtown Austin (about 45 minutes walk), South Congress, Lamar, HEB, Central Market, and freeway access. South 1st Street has heavy traffic during peak hours.
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Last updated 2026-09-08