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River Stone Ranch

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 311 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(311) 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
311
Ranking
#376 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Dog owners seeking an active community with event-driven social life and quick downtown access.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-22). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-04.

What we found

Residents consistently praise the responsive maintenance team, named staff members who go above and beyond, and a lively calendar of community events that foster real friendships among neighbors. The location near Sunset Valley and the greenbelt trail appeals to those wanting quick downtown access without urban noise. Staff like Mersadies, Joey, and Rob are named repeatedly for warm personal attention, though one resident flagged inconsistent performance, and a single report cited pet waste neglect warranting attention.

The complex balances upscale finishes (wood burning fireplaces, updated units) with genuinely affordable pricing for the area, attracting residents who've rejected pricier communities. Pool parties, brunch events, bingo nights, and happy hours sustain engagement. Leasing staff follow up personally during touring, and the office addresses issues by name rather than form.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance and quick work order completion
  • friendly and attentive staff by name
  • strong community events and social atmosphere
  • quiet location with nature trail access
  • clean, updated units with good amenities
Watch-outs
  • pet waste areas neglected for extended periods
  • inconsistent staff performance between individuals
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Best for: Dog owners seeking an active community with event-driven social life and quick downtown access.
Think twice if: Pet owners who prioritize immaculate common pet areas, as waste cleanup lapses have been reported.

What this place gets right

  • strong, named staff who know residents personally
  • active events calendar building real community
  • nature trail access and quiet setting
  • maintenance responds quickly to work orders

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members Mersadies, Joey, Rob, Derek, and Jacob are named for personal leasing support, community event organization, and quick work order responses
  • Amenities include wood burning fireplace in units, pool, fitness center, volleyball courts, pickleball courts, sand volleyball court, nature preserve trail access
  • Community events: pool parties, Sunday brunch, bingo nights, happy hours
  • One complaint: pet waste areas neglected for over a week in Building 4

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Residents praise updated units, fireplace features, and responsive management; one flagged inconsistent staff performance.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog owners appreciate the dog yard and community atmosphere; one review cited pet waste areas festering for over a week.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.8 against a 4.01 average across the 780 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 91% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

helpful staffvolleyball courtfloor plansvalet trashmaintenance teamrenovated apartmentsdog yardleasing officeproperty cleanlinesspool

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
186
4
34
3
15
2
9
1
67

FAQ

Is River Stone Ranch pet-friendly?
Yes. The complex welcomes dogs and has a dedicated dog yard. One resident noted dog owners make up much of the community.
What events does River Stone Ranch host?
They organize monthly events including pool parties, Sunday brunches, bingo nights, and happy hours. Residents request them more frequently.
How quickly does maintenance respond to work orders?
Multiple residents report the maintenance team completes work orders quickly and efficiently.

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Last updated 2026-09-22