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The Parker

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 242 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(242) 65 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Section 8 HousingLuxury ApartmentsStudent HousingPet-Friendly Apartments
The Parker
Location
Pflugerville
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Luxury Apartments, Student Housing
Reviews
242
Ranking
#88 in Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Best for
Families and pet owners who prioritize leasing-stage service and modern unit finishes.

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

Staff receive consistent praise for leasing help, and many residents renew leases or report contentment. Ongoing maintenance problems undermine this: hallways stay dirty, roaches persist despite monthly pest fees, the pool closes frequently, gym equipment breaks and isn't repaired, and neighbors make noise with little management response. Security lapses result in package theft, bicycle theft, and aggressive towing of visitor vehicles.

Praised for
  • leasing staff helpful and knowledgeable
  • family-friendly community
  • lease renewal rate
  • modern unit finishes
Watch-outs
  • poor maintenance and cleaning in common areas
  • pest infestation and roaches
  • broken or unavailable amenities
  • noise and neighbor enforcement issues
  • poor security and package/vehicle theft
  • unresponsive management communication
  • visitor parking and towing confusion
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Best for: Families and pet owners who prioritize leasing-stage service and modern unit finishes.
Think twice if: Noise-sensitive or expect regular use of shared amenities; management does not address neighbor complaints or maintain facilities consistently.

What this place gets right

  • helpful leasing staff
  • modern unit finishes and appliances
  • dog park and pet accommodations
  • multiple floor plans available

Before you tour or apply

  • Leasing staff named Nique and Cris praised for knowledge and helpfulness
  • Residents pay monthly fees for trash collection and pest control but service is unreliable
  • Pool frequently closed
  • Gym equipment broken for months without repair
  • Visitor parking system unclear; immediate towing reported even from designated visitor spots
  • Roach and ant infestations reported despite pest control fees
  • No soundproofing between units
  • Second-floor water damage led to mold in unit below; management initially denied issue

Resident ratings

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Residents pay additional monthly fees for trash and pest control but neither service is reliable or well-maintained.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park and wash station offered; roaches and dog waste in walkways noted as ongoing problems.
Student Housing
Management held mail from college student; communication issues with Spanish-only staff reported.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.9 against a 3.97 average across the 169 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 80% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 27
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 41
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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165
4
9
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9
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55

FAQ

What floor plans does The Parker offer?
One, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Units include quartz countertops, Whirlpool appliances, washers, and dryers.
Are there pet-friendly options?
Yes. The Parker advertises pet-friendly accommodations and has a dog park with wash station on-site.
How do I register a guest or visitor?
Guest parking registration is required. Reviewers report the process is unclear and not well-communicated; immediate towing of unregistered visitor vehicles is common even in designated visitor spots.

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Last updated 2026-09-08