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River Stone Ranch

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 310 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(310) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
River Stone Ranch
Location
Oak Hill, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
310
Ranking
#371 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Pet owners seeking active community events and responsive management in Southwest Austin.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-04.

What we found

Residents consistently praise the staff's responsiveness and community events that bring neighbors together, particularly Joey's pool parties and brunches. Units are clean and well-maintained; leasing specialist Mersadies stands out for patient, personalized service. The location offers quick access to trails, shopping, and work sites, and most find it quiet despite many pet owners. One ongoing frustration is pet waste buildup in designated areas, and a handful mention past management issues, though current operations appear steady.

Praised for
  • responsive staff and maintenance
  • active community events (brunches, pool parties, bingo)
  • clean, updated units
  • good location near shopping and trails
  • friendly leasing team (Mersadies, Jacob praised by name)
Watch-outs
  • pet waste areas not cleaned regularly
  • some staff to avoid (one mention of prior poor management)
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Best for: Pet owners seeking active community events and responsive management in Southwest Austin.
Think twice if: Pet waste cleanup consistency is an issue; ask about designated areas and cleaning schedules before signing.

What this place gets right

  • Strong community programming (monthly events, pool parties, brunches)
  • Personalized leasing support (Mersadies, Jacob noted for attentive service)
  • Nature trail access and Southwest Austin location near work/shopping
  • Fast maintenance response times

Before you tour or apply

  • Leasing specialist Mersadies noted for going beyond standard service (unit-fit consultation, follow-up)
  • Community manager Joey regularly hosts pool parties, brunches, and bingo nights
  • Maintenance team (Rob, Derek also mentioned) completes work orders quickly
  • Fireplace cabana and wood-burning fireplaces in select units
  • Trails and nature preserve behind complex for hiking and running

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Clean, updated units with fireplace cabanas and good floor plan options; leasing process praised for personalized attention.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog yard and many pet owners welcome; waste area upkeep inconsistent based on recent complaints.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.8 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

helpful staffquiet communityvolleyball courtfloor plansvalet trashmaintenance teamrenovated apartmentsdog yardleasing officeproperty cleanliness

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 21
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
185
4
34
3
15
2
9
1
67

FAQ

What community events does River Stone Ranch host?
Monthly events including pool parties, brunches with mimosas, bingo nights, and happy hours. Review mentions vary from monthly to more frequent requests.
Are there trails or nature access nearby?
Yes. A nature preserve behind the complex has hiking and running trails; residents report it as a major draw for outdoor activity.
How quickly does maintenance respond to work orders?
Reviewers describe the maintenance team as getting work orders done quickly and efficiently.

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Last updated 2026-09-08