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The Artesian at Bee Cave

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 78 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(78) 66 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Luxury ApartmentsTownhome & Garden-Style Communities
The Artesian at Bee Cave
Location
Bee Cave
Services
Luxury Apartments, Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Reviews
78
Ranking
#444 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
New residents seeking modern finishes and generous unit sizes in a first-move scenario.

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

The Artesian draws strong praise for its modern interiors, expansive units, and lakeside views, with many new residents crediting staff like Trevor and Jazmine for seamless move-ins. Long-term residents tell a different story: gates fail regularly, the Dwelo smart-lock app drops offline, and three separate garage break-ins went unresolved after management delays. Common complaints include smoke and weed seeping through shared ventilation, maintenance ignoring work orders for weeks, and the $15 monthly "damage waiver" misrepresented at lease signing as renters insurance when it protects only the property owner.

Security lapses and gate failures dominate recent one-star reviews. Multiple residents documented garages left unsecured due to improper lock installation or sustained gate malfunctions lasting over a month. Well water smelling of sulfur forced one resident to buy out their lease, and another documented children developing rashes near the pool during reported mold growth. Staff turnover appears to have changed the culture; former residents cite a drop in management respect and responsiveness once key personnel changed.

Praised for
  • beautiful, well-kept property
  • large floor plans and desirable location
  • friendly, patient staff (Trevor, Jazmine, Victoria)
  • quick maintenance response
  • excellent amenities (pools, club room, fitness)
Watch-outs
  • broken/malfunctioning gates
  • Dwelo app unreliability
  • security failures and garages broken into
  • smoke and weed entering units through shared HVAC
  • slow and unresponsive maintenance on non-urgent work orders
  • unclear communication about $15 damage waiver insurance
  • leasing staff inconsistency and poor communication
  • water quality issues (sulfur smell from well water)
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Best for: New residents seeking modern finishes and generous unit sizes in a first-move scenario.
Think twice if: You plan to stay long-term, value gate security, need responsive maintenance, or have young children or respiratory sensitivities.

What this place gets right

  • Modern, spacious units with views
  • High-end amenities (pools, club room, fitness center)
  • Furnished and short-term lease flexibility
  • Large floor plans rare in the market

Before you tour or apply

  • Named staff: Trevor (front desk, praised for tours and move-in support), Jazmine, Victoria, Maya (leasing), Kevin (maintenance), Trisha (former manager, praised)
  • Gate malfunctions lasting over a month, broken into residences
  • Dwelo smart-lock app frequently offline
  • Garage theft incidents with police reports; management delayed communication
  • Sulfur-smelling well water; filtration ineffective for some residents
  • Mold reported in main pool; children developed rashes
  • Smart home app and valet trash require patient staff instruction for seniors
  • $15 monthly 'damage waiver' misrepresented as renters insurance coverage

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Beautiful, spacious units praised; move-in execution inconsistent with wrong keys, missing items, and slow response times.
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Large floor plans and desirable location highlight; security and maintenance responsiveness remain concerns.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 32% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 44
Review volume 82
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 42
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

Are furnished units or short-term leases available?
Yes, the community offers furnished units and short-term lease options.
What is the $15 monthly damage waiver, and does it replace renters insurance?
The damage waiver protects the property owner, not tenant belongings or liability. It does not replace renters insurance; residents should purchase their own coverage.
Are there accessibility features on-site?
Yes, the community has wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, restrooms, seating, an elevator, and a business center.

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Last updated 2026-09-08