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Panorama Villas

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,505 reviewed · 873 listed · Scored from 117 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(117) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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What we found

Most residents describe a calm, well-run community with standout staff-particularly maintenance technicians like Alex and Mario, and leasing coordinators Emilee, Junior, and Charli. Hill country views, a functional gym, dog parks with recent upgrades, and quick responses to service requests define the experience.

Management billing practices and move-out transparency have frustrated some residents; a few also note parking strain and occasional inconsistency in how maintenance problems are resolved. Long-term tenants and pet owners tend to report satisfaction, while disputes center on billing clarity and entry procedures.

Recent shift: New management company (Weidner) took over; reviews from past 3 weeks show strong praise for recent improvements to dog parks and maintenance team (Alex's leadership), but earlier 1-star review raises concerns about billing practices and property maintenance under the new company.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance staff
  • friendly and caring management
  • peaceful setting with hill country views
  • dog park and pet amenities
  • well-maintained property
Watch-outs
  • management company billing and payment system issues
  • parking capacity problems
  • inconsistent maintenance follow-up
  • unclear move-out charge documentation
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Best for: Dog owners seeking a peaceful community with responsive maintenance and nearby outdoor trails.
Think twice if: Billing and payment system issues with Weidner management; limited parking during peak times; move-out charge documentation has been unclear in some cases.

What this place gets right

  • quick maintenance response (often same day)
  • management team known by name and praised for care
  • upgraded dog parks with wash station
  • views and location near downtown and retail

Before you tour or apply

  • Maintenance team lead by Alex with quick response times (often under a day)
  • Named staff: Emilee, Junior, Charli (leasing); Mario (handyman)
  • Dog park features include wash station, agility course, and crushed granite resurfacing
  • Move-in fee $250; Application fee $85; Pet fee $300; move-in savings up to $4500 available
  • 24-hour fitness center and business center on-site

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park upgrades (wash station, agility course, granite resurfacing) and pet fee ($300) well-regarded; one incident of unauthorized entry policy concerns raised.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.2 against a 3.99 average across the 351 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 43% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

dog parkhill country viewspoolfriendly staffhiking trailsbalconyresponsive staffquick maintenancepeaceful atmospherecommunity feel

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 44
Review volume 90
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

What are the fees to move in?
Move-in fee is $250, application fee is $85, and pet fee is $300. A move-in savings special offering up to $4500 off is available on select homes.
Does the complex have facilities for dog owners?
Yes-two dog parks with a wash station, agility course equipment, and crushed granite. Hiking trails nearby are also available.
How quickly does maintenance respond?
Residents report maintenance responds same-day or within a day for most requests. Named technicians include Alex and Mario.
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Last updated 2026-07-17