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The Gabriel

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 128 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(128) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Gabriel
Location
Leander
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments, Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Reviews
128
Ranking
#60 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Residents seeking a welcoming, well-staffed complex who prioritize cleanliness, dog-friendly amenities, and quick maintenance response.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-17.

What we found

Most residents report a welcoming experience with responsive staff and immaculate grounds. Jessica, Carissa, and Ashley are named repeatedly for going above and beyond during leasing and problem-solving. Maintenance arrives quickly, and dog owners highlight both the pet policy and maintained dog parks.

A minority cite significant issues: poor soundproofing lets neighbor noise and barking through; management enforcement of pet waste rules and smoking policies lags despite cameras and a newer property. One resident felt misled about lease length and a neighboring unit's rental status. For those who work from home or have noise-sensitive needs, wall thickness should be verified before signing.

Praised for
  • responsive, friendly leasing and office staff
  • clean, well-maintained facilities and grounds
  • quick, professional maintenance response
  • pet-friendly community with amenities
  • quiet, safe neighborhood feel
Watch-outs
  • thin walls and noise from neighbors
  • inconsistent enforcement of pet waste rules
  • unclear or miscommunicated lease terms
  • smoking policy not consistently enforced
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Best for: Residents seeking a welcoming, well-staffed complex who prioritize cleanliness, dog-friendly amenities, and quick maintenance response.
Think twice if: You work from home or are sensitive to neighbor noise. Walls are thin, and barking or footsteps carry easily between units despite newer construction.

What this place gets right

  • Staff named personally (Jessica, Carissa, Ashley) for attentiveness
  • Maintenance responds quickly and professionally
  • Clean, modern layouts with gas stoves
  • Dog-friendly with maintained dog parks

Before you tour or apply

  • Staff members Jessica, Carissa, and Ashley mentioned by name for going beyond standard service
  • Maintenance responds quickly and without complaint
  • Dog parks maintained but one sometimes too dirty for regular use
  • Gas stoves in units
  • Coffee bar available to residents
  • Community events hosted by staff
  • Located near 183 toll road with convenient shopping and restaurants

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog owners report well-maintained dog parks and pet-friendly community, though one park gets neglected and pet waste enforcement is lax.
Luxury Apartments
Modern layouts and amenities praised, but thin walls undermine the luxury feel for noise-sensitive residents.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 48% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 72
Review volume 92
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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8

FAQ

How quickly does maintenance respond?
Residents report maintenance attends to and resolves issues almost instantly to very quickly, and arrives professional and friendly.
Are there dog amenities?
Yes. The community has two dog parks and is advertised as dog-friendly. One dog park is regularly cleaned; the other sometimes lacks upkeep. Dog owners report positive overall experiences.
What amenities are available?
Pool, gym, coffee bar, clubhouse, landscaped grounds with flowers and plants, community events, and two dog parks.
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Last updated 2026-09-08