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The Bennett

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 148 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(148) 78 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
148
Best for
Residents prioritizing fast maintenance response and pet ownership over strict community enforcement.

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

Long-term residents consistently praise The Bennett's staff responsiveness and modern finishes, with maintenance arriving same-day on requests and leasing teams going above their job description during tours. However, recent reviews flag management's shift toward lax enforcement after staffing changes, noting unaddressed smoking, pet waste violations, and break-ins that undermine the luxury positioning and value proposition against nearby competitors.

Community upkeep split between genuine positives (pool maintenance, gym remodel, valet trash Sunday-Thursday) and deteriorating standards (hallway cleanliness varies by building, elevator downtime, perimeter security concerns). Location on I-35 frontage road with U-turn access creates frustration during construction; back gate behind Fast Friends Brewery unreliable after rain.

Praised for
  • responsive front office and maintenance staff
  • modern units with quality finishes
  • convenient amenities and pet-friendly features
  • manager Heather's communication and organization
Watch-outs
  • declining enforcement of community standards
  • location traffic and single practical exit
  • inconsistent hallway and common area cleanliness
  • package theft and vehicle break-ins
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Best for: Residents prioritizing fast maintenance response and pet ownership over strict community enforcement.
Think twice if: I-35 location with heavy frontage traffic, limited entry/exit points, and enforcement gaps on noise and pet violations may frustrate those valuing controlled environments.

What this place gets right

  • Same-day maintenance response
  • Staff go above standard during tours and leasing
  • New appliances and spacious layouts
  • Pet-friendly with dedicated dog park

Before you tour or apply

  • Heather, manager, praised for communication and organization
  • Steven, leasing agent, customizes tours and goes above standard
  • Juliette, staff member, consistently helpful during leasing
  • Maintenance team responds same-day to requests
  • Valet trash service Sunday-Thursday
  • Gym recently remodeled after fire
  • Back gate behind Fast Friends Brewery unreliable after rain
  • Pool kept clean year-round

Resident ratings

Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Residents enjoy spacious layouts and modern finishes, but some feel the luxury positioning does not justify rent against competitors or match community standards post-management change.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.08 average across the 242 townhome & garden-style communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 55% 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 94
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

What is the maintenance response time?
Maintenance typically arrives same-day on ticket requests.
Is the community pet-friendly?
Yes; the Bennett welcomes dogs and has a dedicated dog park on site. Dog wash station available.
Are there common area amenities?
Yes; amenities include a game room, newly remodeled gym, pool, grills, and community spaces. Valet trash service runs Sunday-Thursday.

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Last updated 2026-09-08