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The Morgan

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 444 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.1(444) 54 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Student HousingLuxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
The Morgan
Location
Austin
Services
Student Housing, Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
444
Ranking
#220 in Student Housing

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-28.

What we found

The Morgan suffers from widespread maintenance neglect, management dysfunction, and serious habitability issues. A rat infestation persists because Greystar management owes the pest control contractor over a thousand dollars while still charging residents for the service. Repeated complaints about broken air conditioning, water damage, screens never installed, and dishwashers that do not work go unresolved for weeks or months. Residents report being ignored by the leasing office, lied to about repair status, and treated with hostility when they escalate concerns; one military resident spent $75 on laundry elsewhere while waiting months for an in-unit washer to be fixed.

The recent management change from CAF to Greystar in October 2025 brought additional chaos: rent payment systems failed, repeated emergency emails blamed residents, and basic supplies (window screens, replacement parts) are not being ordered. The office is operating out of a vacant apartment during renovations. A small handful of staff members receive praise for warmth during leasing, but the overall tone from management is dismissive and confrontational. Security issues include homeless encampments and vandalism; the community pool has been dark since summer and likely unusable. Prospective residents should expect slow repairs, poor communication, and a frustrating experience despite the model unit's appearance.

Praised for
  • attentive staff (select team members)
  • clean grounds and gym facilities
  • some staff make residents feel welcome
Watch-outs
  • chronic unresponsive maintenance and repair delays
  • management dishonesty and avoidance
  • serious pest infestation (rats) tied to unpaid contractor debts
  • noise and lack of enforcement
  • poor air conditioning and utility shutoffs without notice
  • mold and water damage in units
  • disrespectful and combative office staff
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Think twice if: Anyone seeking reliable maintenance, responsive management, or pest-free living should look elsewhere. Unresolved repairs, poor communication, and a rat infestation tied to unpaid contractor debts are ongoing.

What this place gets right

  • gym and grounds described as clean by one reviewer
  • individual leasing staff (Matt, Alyssa, Casey) noted as welcoming

Before you tour or apply

  • Greystar management took over in late October 2025 from prior CAF Management; rent payment systems failed for approximately half a month
  • Pest control contractor is owed over $1,000, pest services remain unpaid and unperformed despite resident charges
  • Maintenance lacks basic supplies including window screens; staff report uncertainty about what management will order
  • Window air conditioning units not working; repairs delayed 3-7 days despite emergency status when outdoor temps exceed 85F
  • Water and electrical shutoffs occur with little or no notice
  • Unit defects include mold visible in bathrooms, water leaks under sinks, broken dishwashers and ceiling fans, screens never installed since move-in
  • Leasing office operating from a vacant apartment during renovations; community pool has been non-functional (dark) since at least summer
  • Named staff receiving praise: Matt, Alyssa, Casey (leasing); office staff including Jane and Lana Robles mentioned negatively for hostility and evasion

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Residents report excessive dog waste throughout grounds; complex does not enforce pet policies.
Luxury Apartments
Model units appear attractive but actual units are outdated with old appliances, painted-over cabinetry, and shoddy repairs.
Student Housing
Limited student-specific evidence in reviews; general maintenance and management failures would affect student tenants equally.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.1 against a 3.99 average across the 249 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 97% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 0
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 27
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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199
4
26
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14
1
184

FAQ

How responsive is maintenance to repair requests?
Residents report waits of one week or more for basic repairs. Urgent issues like non-working air conditioning when outdoor temps exceed 85F can go 3-7 days unaddressed despite being contractually classified as emergencies. Multiple residents reported calls and visits going unanswered.
Is there a pest control issue?
Yes. Multiple residents report a rat infestation throughout the complex. Management owes the pest control contractor over $1,000 in unpaid fees, while still charging residents a pest control amenity fee for a service not being provided.
What do leasing staff say the model apartment shows vs. what you get?
One resident noted that actual units look 'wayyy better in the videos' and lack the appeal of the model. Appliances are old, cabinetry is painted over, and maintenance work is shoddy.

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Last updated 2026-09-08