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Spicewood Springs

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 103 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(103) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Pet-Friendly ApartmentsLuxury Apartments
Spicewood Springs
Location
Anderson Mill, Austin
Services
Pet-Friendly Apartments, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
103
Ranking
#196 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
Families seeking a quiet, well-managed community with good schools and reasonable rent near The Domain.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-17.

What we found

Residents consistently praise the leasing and maintenance teams for quick responses and genuine care, with staff members like Dylon, Marcela, and Lydia specifically named. The community delivers solid amenities, clean grounds, and a quiet neighborhood feel at competitive North Austin prices, though lease-exit procedures and dog park facilities could improve.

Praised for
  • responsive management and staff
  • fast maintenance turnaround
  • clean, well-maintained community
  • good value for price
  • family-oriented, quiet environment
Watch-outs
  • service issues at lease end
  • limited fenced dog areas
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Best for: Families seeking a quiet, well-managed community with good schools and reasonable rent near The Domain.
Think twice if: Pet owners wanting fenced dog areas should ask directly; lease-end service has occasionally disappointed.

What this place gets right

  • Dylon, Marcela, Lydia and team known for hospitality and responsiveness
  • maintenance typically responds same-day or within hours
  • two to three pools, tennis court, gym, library and HEB nearby
  • competitive pricing for North Austin location

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members Dylon, Marcela, and Lydia widely praised in recent reviews
  • maintenance typically responds within one hour to requests, including holidays
  • two to three swimming pools available
  • tennis court, fitness center, clubhouse, and laundry rooms confirmed
  • located near HEB (200 yards) and public library (next door)
  • clean grounds with routine dumpster service
  • no reported pest issues noted by reviewers

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet-friendly but limited fenced dog area; reviewers note tennis court used by kids instead.
Luxury Apartments
Spacious units, well-maintained, competitive pricing; some describe as 'little old' but clean and well-kept.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.9 against a 4.02 average across the 690 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 40% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 28
Review volume 88
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
53
4
20
3
11
2
2
1
17

FAQ

How quickly does maintenance respond?
Typically within hours or the same day; one reviewer reported a response within one hour even on a holiday.
What amenities are included?
Two to three swimming pools, tennis court, fitness center, clubhouse, WiFi, and common areas. HEB and public library are within walking distance.
What schools are nearby?
Complex is zoned to Caraway Elementary and Canyon Creek Middle School in the Round Rock school district.

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Last updated 2026-09-08