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Sentral East Austin at 1630 E. Sixth | Austin Apartments

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 195 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(195) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury Apartments
Sentral East Austin at 1630 E. Sixth | Austin Apartments
Location
East Austin, Austin
Service
Luxury Apartments
Reviews
195
Best for
short-term travelers and corporate relocations seeking a central East Austin location

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

What we found

Sentral East Austin wins high marks for staff warmth and a prime, walkable location in the heart of East Austin, but cleanliness and maintenance fall short of luxury standards. Units range from spotless to dusty, beds feel cheap, soundproofing is thin, and four car break-ins over one summer have left residents concerned. Reviewers consistently praise specific staff members like Ember and Emmy for going the extra mile, though the building as a whole feels like quick-turnover short-term housing rather than luxury living.

Security deposits take weeks to return and sometimes include incorrect charges. Parking here carries extra costs on top of rent, and the location above a late-night bar means noise until 2am on weekends. The furnished model works for travelers and short stays, yet longer-term residents report the price does not justify quality when laundry fees, parking, and maintenance issues are factored in.

Praised for
  • responsive, caring staff
  • walkable East Austin location
  • modern, clean units when maintained
  • welcoming atmosphere and hospitality
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent cleanliness and maintenance
  • poor bed and furniture quality
  • parking garage security breaches and break-ins
  • slow security deposit returns
  • noise from neighboring bars and thin soundproofing
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Best for: short-term travelers and corporate relocations seeking a central East Austin location
Think twice if: concerned about car security, noise from below (bar), cleanliness consistency, or frequent maintenance issues. Longer stays may be costly with parking and laundry fees.

What this place gets right

  • Prime walkable location in East Austin
  • Staff known for attentive hospitality
  • Modern building and furnished units
  • Onsite parking and luggage storage

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members Ember and Emmy praised for exceptional responsiveness and hospitality
  • Parking garage experienced four car window break-ins in one summer
  • Security deposits took 8 weeks to return with initially incorrect charges
  • Furnished units include TV, fridge, couch, and full furnishings
  • Location above Social Sports Bar creates noise until 2am on weekends
  • Laundry costs $5 per load
  • Shower handles, window mechanisms, and curtains reported as poorly maintained
  • Elevator noted as shaky

Resident ratings

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Furnished units appeal to travelers but quality inconsistent; cleanliness varies room-to-room and staff responsiveness is strong, but maintenance lag and security concerns temper the luxury positioning.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 68% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

helpful staffresponsive staffclean roomwalkabilitycleanlinesssmall gymluggage storageclean apartmentwelcoming atmospherefully furnished

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 69
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

Is parking included?
Onsite parking is available but costs around $120 per month. Street parking is cheaper. The garage has had multiple car break-ins and window thefts.
What is the location like?
Sentral is on East Sixth Street in a highly walkable area with cafes, bars, and restaurants. Be aware: it sits above a Social Sports Bar open until 2am with live DJ, creating weekend noise.
How are the furnished units?
Units include TV, fridge, couch, and full furnishings. Cleanliness varies significantly; many recent reviewers found dust, dirty bathrooms, and low-quality beds. Staff reputation for responsiveness is strong.
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Last updated 2026-09-08