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The Bouldin

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 60 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(60) 59 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury Apartments
The Bouldin
Location
Zilker, Austin
Service
Luxury Apartments
Reviews
60
Ranking
#300 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
New residents seeking attentive staff and upscale amenities in a walkable South Austin location.

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 and maintenance shine when they engage: residents praise Paul, Tory, Ryan, and others for genuine kindness and swift problem-solving, supported by clean spaces and thoughtful touches like handwritten notes. However, the price tag attracts criticism; reviewers cite $4,000-6,000 rents for a non-luxury South Lamar location facing train noise, heavy traffic, and recurring elevator outages that management handles by stopping resident notifications rather than fixing the root cause.

The building's pivot to short-term rentals and open-gate policy troubles long-term residents concerned about security. Leasing staff vary from warm and organized to dismissive. New residents and touring groups consistently rate their experience highly; those deeper into a lease wrestle with whether premium pricing justifies operational friction.

Praised for
  • Staff attentiveness and genuine care
  • Beautiful, well-maintained amenities
  • Responsive maintenance team
  • Strong walkable location near restaurants and culture
  • Smooth move-in experience
Watch-outs
  • Elevator failures recurring and poorly communicated
  • Pricing misaligned with area and amenities
  • Short-term rental model undermines security
  • Staff inconsistency and lack of empathy
  • South Lamar location limitations (traffic, train noise, no view)
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Best for: New residents seeking attentive staff and upscale amenities in a walkable South Austin location.
Think twice if: Budget-conscious renters, long-term residents prioritizing reliability, or those sensitive to noise should compare alternatives. Elevator breakdowns and premium pricing for the area draw consistent concern.

What this place gets right

  • Named maintenance staff (Ryan) and leasing team known by residents for attentiveness
  • New building with high-end finishes and common areas consistently clean and maintained
  • Walkable neighborhood access to restaurants, shops, and Zilker Park
  • Responsive to resident concerns: management has adjusted processes based on feedback

Before you tour or apply

  • Ryan (maintenance) praised for personal touches, professionalism, and speed; Tory (Community Manager), Paul, Jennifer, and Marissa (leasing/office staff) consistently named and recognized
  • Elevator failures occur weekly; management stopped sending notification emails about outages
  • Building employs short-term rental model for vacancies; main gate remains unsecured most of the day
  • Move-in process described as smooth and well-organized by recent arrivals
  • Pet-friendly with branded toys and cards; one resident recalled flowers and condolences sent after a pet's passing

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Luxury finishes and amenities well-maintained; pricing criticized as misaligned for South Lamar location given operational issues and lack of true luxury-tier features like secured building or unobstructed views.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.6 against a 4.01 average across the 780 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 24% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

elevator availabilityquiet arealuxurycity viewwalkabilitynew buildinggorgeous spaceclean communitywelcoming staffleasing office staff

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 15
Review volume 78
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

Is The Bouldin accessible and equipped for wheelchair users?
Yes. The business lists wheelchair-accessible entrance, parking, restrooms, and seating. An elevator is present, though residents report frequent outages.
What amenities does The Bouldin offer?
Their website lists infinity pool areas, social lounges, a club area with bar, catering capabilities, fitness center, and sky deck. Residents praise amenities as well-maintained and designed.
Is there guest parking?
Guest parking requires payment. Residents cite this as an added cost on top of rent.
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Last updated 2026-09-22