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Onyx 183

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 306 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(306) 62 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Onyx 183
Location
Pond Springs, Austin
Services
Pet-Friendly Apartments, Luxury Apartments, Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Reviews
306
Ranking
#256 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
Pet owners comfortable with established staff relationships; long-term residents already settled (caution: new move-ins should research recent management transition first).

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

Recent reviews split sharply: multiple five-star accounts praise the leasing team (especially Sofia, Aldo, Elia, Veronica) for friendliness and quick processing, and call out the clean common areas, mature landscaping, and dog park. But three recent one- and two-star reviews document serious issues since management changed to Greystar: AC emergency requests ignored during 100-degree heat, water shut-offs with no warning, office phones unanswered and doors locked during business hours, and maintenance requests marked closed without work being done. Several reviewers mention friends leaving or planning to leave. The property itself earns consistent praise; the service breakdown dominates recent low ratings.

Long-term residents (two to eight years) report positive experiences with staff and efficiency, suggesting problems began more recently. However, current residents describe undeniable safety and habitability gaps: unaddressed broken AC, insufficient water, speeding in the lot, and no follow-up communication. One reviewer documented emergency maintenance requests going unresolved and explicitly advised against moving in. The contrast between five-star older reviews and urgent one-star complaints from the last month flags a management transition problem that overshadows the community's physical appeal.

Praised for
  • responsive staff and leasing team (Sofia, Aldo, Elia, Veronica named)
  • clean common areas and well-maintained property
  • attractive amenities (dog park, pool, gym, mature trees)
  • modern, well-appointed units
Watch-outs
  • no response to emergency AC and maintenance requests during extreme heat
  • unresponsive office; phones not answered; office doors locked during published hours
  • management company switch (Greystar) led to service decline
  • water shut-offs with minimal warning; overcharged water bills
  • speeding vehicles; safety concerns in parking lot
  • selective enforcement of pet and amenity rules
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Best for: Pet owners comfortable with established staff relationships; long-term residents already settled (caution: new move-ins should research recent management transition first).
Think twice if: Maintenance emergencies (AC, water, utilities) have gone unaddressed for days; office is often closed or unresponsive; recent management change (Greystar) has coincided with sharp service decline.

What this place gets right

  • named, responsive leasing staff (Sofia, Aldo, Elia, Veronica)
  • on-site dog park and pet spa
  • clean, modern, well-decorated units
  • mature trees and attractive landscaping

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members named in five-star reviews: Sofia, Aldo, Elia, Veronica
  • Dog park specifically praised as popular pet amenity
  • Management company changed to Greystar in 2026; service complaints escalated afterward
  • AC emergency requests submitted but not acted on; residents told to buy portable units at Walmart
  • Water shut-offs with little warning; residents report mysterious overcharges
  • Maintenance request system appears to auto-close requests without work being performed

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park and pet spa praised; however, selective enforcement of pet rules noted in complaints.
Luxury Apartments
Units described as modern, well-decorated, and freshly outfitted; common areas clean; but maintenance and emergency issues leave safety in question.
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Attached and in-line garages offered; parking safety concerns (speeding, garage remote issues) raised by residents.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.7 against a 4.02 average across the 692 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 15
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 43
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
184
4
23
3
7
2
15
1
77

FAQ

Does Onyx 183 have a dog park?
Yes. The property has a dog park and on-site pet spa.
What is the recent management change about?
Management transitioned to Greystar. Reviewers say service and communication declined after this change, with office phones unanswered, doors locked during posted hours, and emergency maintenance requests unresponded to.
What should I do if my AC breaks?
Submit a maintenance request through the online system. However, recent reviews report emergency AC requests going unanswered for days during 100-degree heat, with management suggesting residents purchase portable units instead.

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Last updated 2026-09-22