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Riata

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 2,274 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(2274) 69 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
Riata
Location
Arrowwood, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
2274
Ranking
#412 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
People prioritizing amenities and personal staff interactions over security and pest control.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-24.

What we found

Riata's appeal hinges on its staff stars and abundant recreation: tour guides like Kyle earn consistent praise for genuine warmth and knowledge, while maintenance workers Edmundo and Jose handle repairs with speed and skill. The property's walking trails, nine pools, and 11,000 sq. ft. gym draw steady admiration.

Yet contradictions run deep. Recent residents report persistent roach problems both indoors and outdoors, chronic security failures (package theft, car break-ins, months-long broken gates), and a shift to AI-driven communication that blocks access to humans. Some pay over $300 in monthly add-on fees on top of rent. A few maintenance requests languish unfollowed, while others resolve fast, suggesting inconsistency across the team. The result: people love individual staff members but struggle with the system they work within.

Praised for
  • Staff warmth and knowledge (Kyle, Edmundo, Jose)
  • Extensive amenities (pools, trails, gym, courts)
  • Quick maintenance response for some requests
  • Beautiful grounds and clean common areas
Watch-outs
  • Roach infestations inside and outside
  • Poor communication and unresponsive staff (Kevin, AI assistant frustration)
  • Security issues (package theft, car break-ins, broken gates)
  • Overpriced with high extra fees
  • Slow follow-up on maintenance orders
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Best for: People prioritizing amenities and personal staff interactions over security and pest control.
Think twice if: Concerned about roach infestations, package theft, long-term security infrastructure, or communicating with management when human contact matters.

What this place gets right

  • Exceptional front-line staff (Kyle, Edmundo, Jose praised by name)
  • Nine pools, five-mile trails, 11,000 sq. ft. athletic club
  • Quick maintenance turnaround for many service calls
  • Beautiful, well-maintained common areas and grounds

Before you tour or apply

  • Kyle, leasing consultant: praised for knowledge, humor, and patient tours.
  • Edmundo, maintenance: multiple mentions for kitchen cabinet repair, speed, and kindness.
  • Jose Rodela, maintenance: applauded for diagnosing appliance issues and explaining fixes.
  • Roach infestations reported across multiple units over years.
  • Extra fees noted above $300 monthly on top of base rent.
  • Management changed from BellPartners to Olympus; some residents report service decline.
  • AI assistant implemented for calls, frustrating residents seeking human support.
  • Package theft and car break-ins reported; gates broken for months.

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Beautiful renovated units and grounds, but pest infestations, security lapses, and inconsistent maintenance follow-up undercut the luxury positioning.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet-friendly status mentioned in website services, but reviews do not specifically discuss pets or pet amenities.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 100% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

helpful staffvolleyball courtspoolsracquetball courtsresponsive staffwalking trailsdishwasher repairgymplumbing issuesquick issue resolution

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 40
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
1564
4
167
3
61
2
84
1
398

FAQ

What's included in the amenities?
Nine pools, an 11,000 sq. ft. athletic club with sauna, three sand volleyball courts, five miles of scenic trails, basketball court, Treble Music Studio, co-working spaces, and bike workshop. Yoga and fitness classes are offered.
Are there extra fees beyond rent?
Yes. One resident reported extra fees over $300 monthly, but specific charges are not detailed in reviews.
How quick is maintenance response?
Variable. Some requests (appliance repair, HVAC fixes) resolve within minutes to days. Others linger without follow-up, particularly under the current management.

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Last updated 2026-09-08