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Spring Villas Apartments

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 95 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(95) 63 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Section 8 HousingPet-Friendly Apartments
Spring Villas Apartments
Location
Austin
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
95
Best for
First-time renters needing affordable, clean housing near Austin.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-22). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-21.

What we found

Staff at the leasing office stand out for patience and clear communication during move-in, with affordable two-bedroom units under $1,300 drawing positive remarks. Cleanly presented units and a functional elevator impress newcomers. However, management responsiveness fractures sharply after lease signing: broken gates and disabled pool linger for years, maintenance requests languish, roaches persist, homeless access goes unchecked, and vehicle towing generates anger. Deposit disputes and dismissive follow-up after move-out add to the frustration for long-term residents.

Praised for
  • responsive individual staff members (Destiny, Sara, Sarah, Sharon, Leticia)
  • affordable rental rates
  • well-kept units and grounds
  • leasing team explains clearly
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent management (rude, dismissive office staff)
  • major maintenance backlog (pool closed 3 years, dishwashers delayed 6 months, broken gates)
  • pest and security issues (roaches, homeless trespassing, car break-ins)
  • towing practices and broken parking systems
  • poor follow-up (deposits not refunded, work orders take months)
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Best for: First-time renters needing affordable, clean housing near Austin.
Think twice if: Long-term residents or anyone concerned about maintenance responsiveness, pest control, or security should investigate recent updates before committing.

What this place gets right

  • Affordable rates (two-bedroom under $1,300 reported)
  • Caring leasing staff (Destiny, Sara, Sarah, Sharon praised by name)
  • New or recently renovated units
  • Elevator access
  • Dog park on-site

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members praised by name: Destiny, Sara, Sarah, Sharon, Leticia (leasing and move-in support)
  • Leasing staff provide hearing accommodation and clear application explanations
  • Maintenance delays documented: dishwasher installed 6 months into lease, pool non-functional for approximately 3 years, gates broken for extended period
  • Work orders reported to take 6 months to address
  • Dog park present on property
  • Two-bedroom apartment rental rate reported under $1,300
  • Elevator installed
  • Deposit refund disputes reported after move-out

Resident ratings

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Leasing staff welcoming and thorough during application; unit condition clean and new; maintenance responsiveness and security fail significantly after move-in.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park present; limited review evidence of pet-specific amenities or policies.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.9 against a 3.98 average across the 186 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 37% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 28
Review volume 86
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

What is the parking situation?
Spring Villas has assigned on-site parking (paid lot). Multiple reviews report vehicle towing and broken gate access systems.
Are the apartments accessible for people with disabilities?
Their website claims disability-accessible apartments. Google confirms wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking on-site.
Is there a pool?
A pool is listed on their website, but multiple reviews state it has been non-functional for approximately three years.

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Last updated 2026-09-22