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Sentral East Austin at 1630 E. Sixth | Austin Apartments

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 809 listed · Scored from 193 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(193) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Sentral East Austin at 1630 E. Sixth | Austin Apartments
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Reviews
193

What we found

Staff warmth stands out consistently: Ember, Alecia, Alexa, and Emmy earn repeated praise for hospitality and helpfulness. The location in walkable East Austin draws reviews, and modern finishes appeal. But cleanings vary widely. Recent guests report dust, grime in corners, moldy bathrooms, and uncomfortable beds. Maintenance problems (broken shower handles, non-opening windows, weak air conditioning) compound the issue. Noise from ground-floor bars and thin windows disturbs sleepers. Parking costs and laundry fees add hidden charges.

The business attracts short-term travelers drawn by location and walkability, but long-term residents or those sensitive to noise or cleanliness should look elsewhere. Staff effort cannot compensate for a property that feels geared toward quick turnover rather than deep cleaning or upkeep.

Praised for
  • friendly and helpful staff
  • clean and modern finishes
  • walkable East Austin location
  • convenient, included amenities
Watch-outs
  • unit cleanliness inconsistent (dust, grime)
  • poor bed and furniture quality
  • noise from nearby bars and neighbors
  • maintenance issues (shower, windows, AC)
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Best for: short-term travelers seeking walkable East Austin location and attentive staff
Think twice if: you are noise-sensitive, need long-term stability, or expect deep cleanliness and consistent maintenance across all units

What this place gets right

  • high-caliber front-desk hospitality
  • walkable East Austin neighborhood
  • on-site parking included
  • modern apartment finishes

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members named: Ember, Alecia M., Alexa, Emmy, Jean Hunt praised for hospitality
  • Garage height 7 feet 2 inches (tight for larger trucks)
  • Covered parking available on-site
  • Luggage storage offered
  • Small gym on-site
  • Dog park on-site
  • Laundry machines cost $5 per load (resident complaint: $60-70 per month)
  • Parking cost: $120 per month (or available on street)

Resident ratings

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Staff highly praised for hospitality and smooth check-in; furniture and appliances often substandard (cheap textiles, broken couch, non-functional fridge).
Luxury Apartments
Modern finishes and walkability appeal, but cleanliness lapses and maintenance delays undercut the luxury positioning.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.02 average across the 585 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 68% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

helpful staffleasing processclean roomresponsive staffwalkabilitysmall gymluggage storageclean propertyfully furnishedapartment finishes

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 69
Review volume 99
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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FAQ

Is parking included?
Yes, on-site parking is included; cost is $120 per month. Garage height is 7 feet 2 inches, which may be tight for full-size trucks.
How late can I keep my luggage after checkout?
Luggage can be stored until 5pm on your checkout day.
Is there a gym?
Yes, there is a small gym on-site.

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Last updated 2026-07-17