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Texan 26

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 809 listed · Scored from 102 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(102) 60 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Texan 26
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Reviews
102

What we found

Texan 26 has drawn strong praise from many residents for attentive leasing staff and fast maintenance response, particularly under property manager Taylor and staff members like Jaia, Damaris, Eldavia, and Ruben. Newer five-star reviews highlight clean units, organized tenant events, and straightforward move-in experiences. However, recent complaints point to persistent noise disturbances from nearby frat activity, unresolved elevator outages, slow fixes for some maintenance requests, and a towing policy perceived as overly rigid; residents report losing $300-$700 to car tows despite registration and advance notice.

The split in recent ratings suggests a shift. Older reviews praised the community for fairness and prompt service, but complaints filed in the past four months flag friction between the leasing office's courtesy and operational failures in building upkeep and tenant relations. Student renters should weigh the friendly staff and prime West Campus location against the realistic likelihood of noise disruption and the financial risk of the towing enforcement.

Praised for
  • responsive leasing and front-desk staff
  • quick and professional maintenance team
  • clean apartments on move-in
  • spacious, modern units
  • community events and activities
Watch-outs
  • severe noise from frat parties
  • slow repair turnaround for some issues
  • aggressive towing policy with minimal notice
  • elevators sometimes out of service or filthy
  • inconsistent management across tenant tenure
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Best for: College students prioritizing responsive staff and a walkable location near UT campus.
Think twice if: You are sensitive to loud frat-party noise or concerned about strict parking enforcement and towing risk.

What this place gets right

  • attentive leasing and front-desk team
  • quick maintenance repairs
  • clean, modern units
  • prime West Campus location near campus and entertainment

Before you tour or apply

  • Property manager Taylor and staff members Jaia, Damaris, Eldavia handle leasing
  • Maintenance crew led by Ruben; reviewers report next-day repair for submitted requests
  • Car towing incidents reported with minimal notice: $300-$700 losses despite valid parking registration
  • Elevator outages and filthy elevators noted in multiple complaints
  • Recent community events: scooter giveaways, Wingstop nights, catered gatherings

Resident ratings

Student Housing
Staff praised for signing experience and responsiveness; spacious, modern units appreciated. Noise from frat parties and towing policy aggravate student experience.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.6 against a 3.98 average across the 212 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 38% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 12
Review volume 87
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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FAQ

Is the property really close to UT Austin?
Yes. The website states Texan 26 is 4 blocks from UT Austin campus, walking distance to Pease Park and the Capitol, and 1 block from campus shuttle stops.
What maintenance response time can I expect?
One recent reviewer reported a submitted request was resolved the next morning. Older reviews also noted prompt maintenance, though some recent complaints cite slow fixes for elevator issues.
What's the towing policy?
Multiple residents report being towed despite having valid parking passes registered with the complex. Incidents included a pass accidentally falling and cars being towed with minimal notice even after informing management of pass replacement plans.

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Last updated 2026-07-17