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The Bennett

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 150 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(150) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Townhome & Garden-Style CommunitiesLuxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
The Bennett
Location
Bluff Springs, Austin
Services
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities, Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
150
Best for
Pet owners valuing new amenities and willing to tour common areas and perimeter firsthand.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-22). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-21.

What we found

Staff warmth and modern finishes earn consistent praise, but systemic maintenance and oversight gaps undermine the luxury claim. Long-term residents report deteriorating common areas, unenforced house rules, and management communication that shifted after ownership changes. Stephen, Juliette, and Heather are named for leasing and resident support; maintenance teams are praised for politeness but hampered by incomplete repairs and low accountability standards.

Package access via the Luxer system is a documented pain point (doors fail repeatedly, undelivered or relocated items). Parking garage roof leaks in bad weather. Hallway cleanliness varies by building. Pet waste and smoking violations go largely unaddressed despite pet-friendly and smoke-free policies. One-star reviews also flag vehicle break-ins, occasional power outages, and proximity to unhoused individuals around the perimeter and dog park-factors new residents should tour firsthand rather than assume from marketing materials.

Praised for
  • friendly, responsive staff
  • modern units and finishes
  • strong amenities (gym, pool, game room, dog park)
  • quick maintenance response
Watch-outs
  • package room access failures (Luxer system)
  • maintenance issues unresolved (oven, roof leaks)
  • inconsistent common area and hallway cleanliness
  • enforcement gaps (pet waste, smoking, noise)
  • security concerns (vehicle break-ins, perimeter safety)
  • traffic and limited access due to I-35 frontage
  • management responsiveness decline post-transition
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Best for: Pet owners valuing new amenities and willing to tour common areas and perimeter firsthand.
Think twice if: Heavy I-35 traffic, limited exit/entry routes, unresolved maintenance issues (roof leaks, oven repairs), loose enforcement of house rules, and inconsistent hallway/common area cleanliness may frustrate luxury-seeking residents.

What this place gets right

  • Brand new construction with modern appliances and finishes
  • Multiple amenities: gym, pool, game room, dog wash station, clean dog park
  • Named staff (Stephen, Juliette, Heather) known for leasing and resident care

Before you tour or apply

  • Leasing agents Stephen and Steven known for patient, personalized tours
  • Manager Heather praised for communication and organization
  • Luxer package room system documented to fail repeatedly (door access, missing items)
  • Parking garage roof leaks in heavy rain; back gate floods after storms
  • Gym closed for months after spin bike fire; grills frequently out of service
  • Maintenance marks tickets resolved without fixing issues (oven repaired 3+ times without solving problem)
  • Security staff present but minimally visible; vehicle break-ins reported
  • Dog park occasionally has broken glass and discarded syringes near fence

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Modern finishes and new appliances draw praise, but common area cleanliness, noise, and management responsiveness gaps disappoint residents expecting true luxury living experience.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Clean dog park and dog wash station appreciated; pet waste enforcement is minimal and perimeter safety (glass, syringes) raises concerns for dog owners.
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
No specific townhome-style concerns or praise; reviews treat community as apartments with shared amenities rather than townhome character.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.07 average across the 252 townhome & garden-style communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 56% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 62
Review volume 95
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 41
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

Is parking included and is it safe in bad weather?
Free parking lot and garage available. Garage roof leaks during heavy rain and ice, making it unsafe in inclement weather. Tenants report needing to park outdoors instead.
Are packages safe and easy to retrieve?
Package room uses Luxer system, which frequently malfunctions. Residents report repeated access failures, missing or relocated packages, and unresponsive support despite multiple complaints.
What are the main amenities?
Game room, gym, pool, dog wash station, dog park, and on-site security. Gym was closed for several months following a fire in one of the spin bikes.

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Last updated 2026-09-22