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The Braxton Apartments

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 73 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(73) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
The Braxton Apartments
Location
Brentwood, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
73
Ranking
#173 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Professionals and travel nurses seeking walkable luxury in quiet North Austin with attentive on-site staff.

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 members Amy, Mekalah, Dariel, Reid, and Celeste consistently earn praise for going above and beyond to solve problems and make residents feel welcome. The complex delivers a quiet, clean community with a walkable Brentwood location steps from restaurants, though one resident noted hearing upstairs footsteps clearly and another reported serious pool maintenance failures a year ago.

Praised for
  • attentive, knowledgeable staff (Amy, Mekalah, Dariel, Reid, Celeste)
  • quiet, peaceful community with friendly neighbors
  • walkable location near restaurants and shopping
  • clean building, well-maintained amenities
  • responsive maintenance team
Watch-outs
  • pool maintenance lapses (algae, discoloration)
  • sound insulation between units
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Best for: Professionals and travel nurses seeking walkable luxury in quiet North Austin with attentive on-site staff.
Think twice if: Sound-sensitive renters should confirm soundproofing specs; monitor current pool maintenance standards before leasing.

What this place gets right

  • Named staff known for responsive, personalized service
  • Prime Brentwood location within 5-min walk of restaurants
  • Resort-style rooftop pool and co-working space
  • Quiet, small community feel

Before you tour or apply

  • Named staff praised: Amy (leasing/management), Mekalah, Dariel (maintenance), Reid (leasing agent), Celeste (tour guide)
  • Rooftop pool recently renovated; one past complaint of extended algae/discoloration issues
  • Dishwasher repair with follow-up visit mentioned as example of maintenance responsiveness
  • Furnished corporate rentals available through Hello Landing
  • Located in Brentwood with 5-minute walk to Pinthouse, Piknik, Suzy's Chinese, Honest Mary's, Gusto, Citizens, T-Locs, food truck park

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Reviewers praise modern finishings, spacious bathrooms, walk-through closets, well-equipped kitchens, and in-unit amenities.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 29% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

rooftop poolpool areaquiet apartmenthelpful staffsafe apartmentwelcoming atmospheremodern decorresponsive staffwalkabilityleasing office

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 73
Review volume 81
Review recency 97
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

What is within walking distance of The Braxton?
Restaurants including Pinthouse, Piknik, Suzy's Chinese, Honest Mary's, Gusto, Citizens, T-Locs, a food truck park, Central Market, and HEB are all within 5-10 minutes walk or drive.
Do units have washer-dryer in apartment?
Yes, reviews confirm in-unit washer-dryer. One reviewer noted a dryer vent hose issue that maintenance fixed promptly.
Is there furnished short-term housing available?
Yes, Hello Landing offers furnished corporate rentals through The Braxton for stays as short as five months.

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Last updated 2026-09-08