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Texan 26

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 104 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(104) 62 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Student HousingLuxury Apartments
Texan 26
Location
West University, Austin
Services
Student Housing, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
104
Ranking
#1 in Student Housing
Best for
Students prioritizing hands-on management and quick maintenance over premium amenities; tenants seeking affordability and campus proximity.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-21.

What we found

Staff and maintenance earn consistent praise for their friendliness, speed, and willingness to tackle repairs that other complexes would dismiss. Patrick, Taylor, Jaia, Damaris, Ruben, and other named team members are repeatedly cited for going beyond standard fixes, replacing appliances rather than patching them, and treating residents like family. Community events have improved morale. However, persistent issues undercut the experience: frat noise reaches eardrum-damaging levels even on weeknights, parking passes have been towed despite residents being registered and warned in advance, and elevator outages leave tenants stranded. For some residents, management responsiveness appears to vary by tenure or time period. The building shows age, and repair timelines swing from same-day to weeks, making reliability a gamble.

The 3.7 rating across 104 reviews reflects this split. Residents who experience the engaged management and quick maintenance tier leave glowing recommendations and renew leases. Those caught in noise conflicts, towing disputes, or maintenance gaps feel blindsided and regret moving in. The property's location near campus and affordability relative to newer West Campus towers are genuine draws, but they do not insulate against the noise and parking friction that plague some tenants.

Praised for
  • responsive staff and management
  • quick, friendly maintenance team
  • spacious, well-maintained units
  • staff go beyond standard service
  • community events and engagement
Watch-outs
  • noise from neighbors, especially frats
  • parking enforcement towing without warning
  • elevator breakdowns and delays
  • inconsistent responsiveness during maintenance gaps
responsive-managementfriendly-staffquiet-communitynoisy-neighborswell-maintainedparking-issuesgood-valuerenovated-units
Best for: Students prioritizing hands-on management and quick maintenance over premium amenities; tenants seeking affordability and campus proximity.
Think twice if: Noise sensitivity is a dealbreaker. Frat noise and neighbor volume complaints are recurring. Verify parking enforcement policies and confirm pass registration before move-in to avoid surprise towing.

What this place gets right

  • named staff who follow through on repairs and tenant requests
  • same-day or next-day maintenance response typical
  • furnishing and room-matching options available
  • affordable for West Campus location
  • one-building size reduces elevator congestion versus taller towers

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff named in reviews: Patrick (property manager), Taylor (building manager), Jaia, Damaris, Eldana/Eldavia (leasing team), Ruben (maintenance lead), Isaiah (maintenance).
  • Maintenance has replaced entire appliances (stove, oven, dishwasher) rather than repair.
  • Same-day or next-day repairs are typical; exceptions occur during peak times.
  • Parking towing incidents reported without clear resident warning; pass falls or lapses resulted in $300-700 charges.
  • Building shows age but appliances and units recently updated.
  • Monthly community events include scooter giveaways, wing-nights, craft activities, and catered events.
  • Six-floor design means shorter elevator wait times than competing West Campus towers.
  • Elevator outages have lasted days, leaving some residents unable to access upper floors.

Resident ratings

Student Housing
Praised for proximity to UT, affordability, and staff engagement; hampered by neighbor noise and parking enforcement friction.
Luxury Apartments
Marketed as luxury, but building age and elevator/noise issues undermine that positioning relative to newer West Campus competitors.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.7 against a 3.99 average across the 249 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 41% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 17
Review volume 88
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
57
4
11
3
6
2
9
1
21

FAQ

How quickly does maintenance respond?
Typically same-day or next-day for maintenance requests. Elevator outages and peak-season repairs can take longer.
Is there a parking pass system and what happens if I lose it?
Yes. Parking passes can result in towing if dropped or expired, even for registered residents. Confirm your registration with the office and keep your pass secure.
Are there furnished and unfurnished options?
Yes. Texan 26 offers both furnished and unfurnished apartments in 2 to 7 bedroom layouts. They also offer roommate matching services.
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Last updated 2026-09-08