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SEVEN Apartments

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 809 listed · Scored from 198 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(198) 63 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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SEVEN Apartments
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198

What we found

Residents praise SEVEN's prime downtown location, approachable staff (especially Dana and James in leasing), and same-day maintenance response. The experience sours for some: elevators fail regularly, outside noise bleeds through, and one tenant reported a vehicle theft and unresponsive management.

Praised for
  • staff go above and beyond
  • responsive maintenance
  • walkable downtown location
  • well-maintained units
  • strong sense of community
Watch-outs
  • elevator breakdowns frequent
  • noise from street
  • paper-thin walls
  • security issues
  • front desk rudeness
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Best for: Young professionals and downsizers who prioritize walkability and can tolerate street noise.
Think twice if: Elevator outages happen often; soundproofing is weak for noise-sensitive tenants; parking security concerns exist.

What this place gets right

  • downtown walkability near restaurants, bars, Lady Bird Trail
  • responsive maintenance via resident portal
  • dedicated leasing staff (Dana, James, Nariyah, Patrick praised by name)
  • shaded pool with lounge area

Before you tour or apply

  • Dana, James, Nariyah, and Patrick staff members consistently praised for leasing and care
  • maintenance reported same-day via Resident Portal
  • shaded pool (only one in West Downtown per resident)
  • unit 06 (one-bedroom) highlighted for layout and storage
  • west-facing units noted for noise mitigation and views

Resident ratings

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Staff excellence and maintenance responsiveness offset frequent elevator failures and weak soundproofing.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.7 against a 4.02 average across the 585 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 70% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 16
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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FAQ

Can I walk to shops and restaurants from SEVEN?
Yes. Residents report grocery stores, gyms, bars, and restaurants are all within walking distance. One resident sold their car after moving in.
How are maintenance issues handled?
Report through the Resident Portal; management typically responds same-day.
Which units are best for noise?
West-facing units offer quieter conditions and views toward historic homes; avoid street-facing if downtown noise is a concern.
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Last updated 2026-07-17