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The Beckett

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 809 listed · Scored from 180 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(180) 66 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
The Beckett
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Affordable & Section 8 Housing
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180

What we found

New leasing and management staff have transformed the application and move-in experience, with Taeya Jackson, Lester, and Victoria earning consistent praise for speed, warmth, and attentiveness. The building itself feels cleaner and better maintained, and 4-bedroom rents under $2,000 draw families seeking affordable space.

However, long-term residents report persistent problems: mold returns after spray treatment, maintenance ignores scheduled callbacks, and common areas (breezeways, trash) fall back into disrepair. Safety incidents and unruly neighbors also figure in complaints. New arrivals love the onboarding; those staying longer struggle with follow-through on repairs.

Recent shift: Strong upward shift in recent months: new leasing staff (especially Taeya, Lester, Victoria) and management team arrival has reset the application experience and driven visible facility improvements (pool remodeling, cleanliness, maintenance upgrades). Older complaints (mold, breezeway dirt) remain unresolved for longer residents.

Praised for
  • staff responsiveness and warmth (Taeya, Lester, Victoria named)
  • fast, easy application and move-in
  • affordable pricing, strong value
  • recent management improvements and visible upgrades
Watch-outs
  • chronic mold issues in units
  • maintenance non-responsiveness and broken promises
  • dirty common areas (breezeway, trash)
  • safety concerns (reported shootings)
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Best for: Families seeking quick, affordable move-ins with welcoming staff; less suited to those needing consistent maintenance or prioritizing quiet surroundings.
Think twice if: Mold history, slow maintenance response times, and dirty common areas-especially if you have health sensitivities or need urgent repairs.

What this place gets right

  • Strong leasing staff (Taeya, Lester, Victoria) who close quickly and ease families in
  • affordable pricing for 4-bedroom units (under $2,000)
  • visible recent improvements under new management
  • pet-friendly with pool and fitness center

Before you tour or apply

  • Taeya Jackson, Lester, Victoria: office staff credited for fast approvals and move-ins (some under 2 weeks)
  • 4-bedroom apartments listed at under $2,000 by reviewers
  • new management and maintenance team noted in recent months as visible change
  • chronic mold requiring repeated spray treatment
  • maintenance staff sometimes send technicians without confirming resident availability

Resident ratings

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
New leasing staff (Taeya, Lester, Victoria) praised for speed and warmth; long-term affordability supported by sub-$2,000 4-bedroom pricing, but maintenance and mold issues undermine overall value for sustained occupancy.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.9 against a 3.93 average across the 213 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 64% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

overflowing trashwelcoming staffnew managementaffordablefast processapartment designclean propertydeposit returnquieteasy process

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 28
Review volume 98
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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FAQ

How long does the application and move-in process take?
Recent reviews report move-ins completed in under 2 weeks, with leasing staff (Taeya, Lester, Victoria) handling approvals and coordination quickly.
What is the rent for a 4-bedroom unit?
Reviewers cite 4-bedroom apartments under $2,000, described as a strong value for the Austin market.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, the business welcomes dogs and other pets.
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Last updated 2026-07-17