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Oltera in So East

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 80 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(80) 62 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Pet-Friendly ApartmentsTownhome & Garden-Style Communities
Oltera in So East
Location
Pleasant Valley, Austin
Services
Pet-Friendly Apartments, Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Reviews
80
Ranking
#250 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
Renters prioritizing responsive maintenance and outdoor space who can tolerate occasional neighbor noise.

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

The maintenance and leasing staff stand out consistently: requests are completed the same day or next morning, and named team members like OJ, Alejandra, and Sean are praised for professionalism and genuine care. Units are spacious with good finishes, yards, and natural light. However, recurring water leaks that damage walls and invite mold trouble many residents, package theft is acknowledged, noise from neighbors in some buildings can be disruptive, and pricing feels high for the area and service quality issues. Lease cancellation disputes and post-move billing add to the friction.

A gated community in Southeast Austin with walkable downtown proximity and modern amenities. The gap between staff excellence and infrastructure problems (leaks, theft, noise) suggests uneven operations-strong people managing aging or poorly-maintained buildings.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance team
  • friendly, helpful staff
  • clean, well-maintained grounds
  • spacious units with natural light
  • outdoor space (yards/patios)
Watch-outs
  • noise from neighbors
  • persistent water leaks and mold
  • package theft and security concerns
  • high prices
  • unresponsive management after move-out
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Best for: Renters prioritizing responsive maintenance and outdoor space who can tolerate occasional neighbor noise.
Think twice if: You're sensitive to noise, concerned about package theft, or have had water damage issues before-leaks and mold complaints recur, and security has gaps.

What this place gets right

  • Quick same-day or next-day maintenance response
  • Named staff (OJ, Alejandra, Sean) praised repeatedly
  • Spacious units with yards and natural light
  • Gated community with fitness center

Before you tour or apply

  • Maintenance team members named: OJ (praised for professionalism and follow-through), Alejandra (leasing, responsive), Sean Peters (leasing, noted for friendly service)
  • Pet fee: $400 one-time; pet rent: $20/month
  • Maintenance typically responds same day or next morning
  • Dishwasher replacement and extended repairs handled with cleanup
  • Water leak issues unresolved for months; mold complaints; fans placed in units as temporary fix
  • Package theft by DoorDash driver witnessed; tool thefts from resident vehicles reported

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet fees and rent stated clearly; no complaints or praise specific to pet policy in reviews.
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Residents praise yards, spacious layouts, and natural light; water leaks from neighboring units and noise problems undermine the space benefit.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.8 against a 4.02 average across the 692 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 32% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

spacious interiorsgatedrenovationnew complexinformative tourpet friendlynew managementsense of communitydog parkproximity to downtown

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 23
Review volume 83
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

Do you charge pet fees?
Yes: $400 one-time fee and $20/month pet rent.
How quickly does maintenance respond?
Reviewers report same-day or next-morning response. One resident had a dishwasher replaced over several visits with thorough cleanup after each.
Is there an issue with package theft?
One reviewer witnessed a DoorDash driver stealing a package and reports neighbors watching for theft opportunities. The business states to use Fetch and pick up deliveries quickly.

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Last updated 2026-09-22