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River Junction Apartments Homes

Updated 2026-07-28 · 2,503 reviewed · 873 listed · Scored from 225 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(225) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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River Junction Apartments Homes
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Student Housing, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
225

What we found

Strong staff and amenities draw praise, but residents working from home or needing stable internet face repeated outages with no meaningful compensation. The $65 monthly internet fee is non-negotiable and comes from a notoriously unreliable provider; management offers no refunds despite frequent service failures and often dismisses resident concerns. Thin walls mean noise complaints are common even with families being considerate. Water costs run high for apartment living. Those prioritizing affordability and community feel can overlook these issues; remote workers should look elsewhere.

Praised for
  • friendly, responsive staff (Rachel, Sabella, Haley, James, Eric named)
  • well-equipped amenities (gym, pool, coworking space)
  • spacious layouts and attractive finishes
  • convenient location near shopping and dining
Watch-outs
  • chronic, frequent internet outages (multiple per month, lasting days)
  • mandatory $65 internet fee with no refunds or alternative provider choice
  • poor soundproofing between units
  • high water bills
  • management dismissive about internet issues and unresponsive to complaints
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Best for: Those prioritizing affordability, amenities, and staff connection over internet reliability.
Think twice if: You work from home or rely on stable internet: outages happen 2-4 times monthly, often lasting days, with no refunds despite the mandatory $65 fee.

What this place gets right

  • Named staff genuinely engaged with resident wellbeing (Rachel, Sabella, Haley, James, Eric)
  • fitness center and pool rated as better than typical apartment gyms
  • coworking space for remote workers
  • convenient Leander location

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff named by residents: Rachel, Sabella, Haley (leasing/office), James and Eric (maintenance)
  • Internet provider: WhiteSky (mandatory $65/month); residents report 2-4 outages per month, some lasting 3+ days
  • Water bills reported at $100+ for 2-person household
  • Poor soundproofing: normal footsteps and toddler activity audible to neighbors
  • Maintenance response noted as quick
  • Gym described as unusually well-equipped for an apartment complex
  • Coworking space available

Resident ratings

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Affordability is a reason residents stay, but high internet and water costs offset savings.
Luxury Apartments
Spacious 2-bed/2-bath layouts and amenities praised; poor soundproofing undermines luxury feel.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
One resident noted staff treated them and their dog with care and respect during maintenance visits.
Student Housing
No explicit student-focused feedback; coworking space could suit students, but internet outages harmful for schoolwork.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.4 against a 3.9 average across the 217 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 76% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 57
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

What is the internet provider and cost?
WhiteSky at $65 per month (mandatory for all residents). Residents report 2-4 outages per month, some lasting multiple days, with no refunds offered.
Do I have control over my internet provider?
No. The internet provider is mandatory and fixed; you cannot choose an alternative.
How responsive is maintenance?
Maintenance is noted as quick to respond to requests. Staff members James and Eric are named for promptness and respectfulness.

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Last updated 2026-07-28