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The Beckett

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 185 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(185) 66 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Section 8 HousingLuxury Apartments
The Beckett
Location
Austin
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
185
Ranking
#48 in Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Best for
First-time renters or those needing quick move-in help; Taeya and Amanda make the process smooth.

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 stars like Taeya and Amanda earn consistent five-star praise for patient, friendly service during leasing. New management and maintenance crews are visibly improving the property. However, long-term residents report chronic roach infestations and mold that return despite pest control visits, overflowing trash, dirty common areas, and unanswered phone calls. Safety concerns and vehicle break-ins kept some from renewing.

The gap is stark: recent reviews of the leasing experience shine, but accounts from residents living months on-site paint a darker picture of maintenance execution and office follow-through. Location on Austin's far Eastside also brings inconvenience for shopping, and neighbors describe noise and disturbances that disrupt sleep.

Praised for
  • staff professionalism and warmth (Taeya, Amanda, Victoria)
  • management improvements over time
  • community amenities and layout
  • affordable pricing
Watch-outs
  • persistent roach and mold issues
  • trash management and grounds maintenance
  • unresponsive office communication
  • safety concerns and crime
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Best for: First-time renters or those needing quick move-in help; Taeya and Amanda make the process smooth.
Think twice if: Long-term residents report chronic pest and mold issues, inconsistent maintenance response, and safety concerns; office can be slow to answer calls.

What this place gets right

  • warm, responsive leasing staff
  • management actively making improvements
  • pool and fitness amenities
  • affordable pricing for the area

Before you tour or apply

  • Taeya Jackson, Amanda, Victoria, and Daniel named as standout leasing and management staff
  • Chronic roach infestations reported despite repeated pest control visits
  • Mold returns after property sprays; residents report months-long cycles of reporting and temporary fixes
  • Overflowing trash reported as recurring issue; office sometimes forgets trash pickup billing
  • Gate at front entrance frequently breaks and is not prioritized for repair
  • Car break-ins reported by multiple residents

Resident ratings

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Pricing attracts renters, but maintenance failures and pest issues frustrate long-term residents who feel trapped by cost.
Luxury Apartments
Granite counters and pool exist, but chronic pest and mold issues, dirty common areas, and safety concerns contradict any luxury positioning.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.9 against a 3.97 average across the 169 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 65% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

overflowing trashnew managementaffordabledeposit returnapartment designclean propertysweet staffhelpful staffwelcoming atmospheremold

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 28
Review volume 99
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

Can I get help moving in quickly?
Yes. Leasing staff Taeya, Amanda, and Victoria are praised for fast, attentive service and meeting tight move-in deadlines.
What should I know about maintenance before signing?
Reviewers report roach and mold issues that persist despite pest control visits and that management sometimes fails to return calls about repairs.
Is the location convenient?
The complex sits on Austin's far Eastside with limited nearby shopping; residents report needing to drive 20-30 minutes for most errands.

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Last updated 2026-09-08