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The Ranch Apartments on Parmer Lane

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 169 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.4(169) 59 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Luxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
The Ranch Apartments on Parmer Lane
Location
Avery Ranch-Lakeline, Austin
Services
Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
169
Ranking
#416 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Families seeking convenient North Austin location with responsive maintenance and family amenities.

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

Maintenance stands out as the strongest point: residents report quick emergency fixes and reliable service requests handled within hours. Families appreciate the gym, pool, beach volleyball, playground, school proximity, and quiet upper floors, though leasing office communication remains a weak spot. Major red flags emerge in security (six cars stolen, nine break-ins reported), pest issues, and pool sanitation in some reviews, though others report zero bug problems and safe parking.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance and quick repairs
  • family-friendly location and amenities
  • friendly staff members like Veronica and Connie
  • spacious units and quiet floors
  • convenient North Austin location near shopping and schools
Watch-outs
  • leasing office staff inconsistency and rudeness
  • security issues including car theft and break-ins
  • pest problems (ants, bugs, mold)
  • poor pool maintenance and hygiene
  • A/C and HVAC system inadequacy
responsive-managementwell-maintainedgreat-amenitiesfriendly-staffsafe-securepest-problemsquiet-community
Best for: Families seeking convenient North Austin location with responsive maintenance and family amenities.
Think twice if: Think twice if security and pest control matter most; some report car theft, break-ins, and bug/mold issues, though others have had different experiences.

What this place gets right

  • Fast, reliable maintenance response within hours
  • Family-oriented amenities (gym, pool, volleyball, playground)
  • Convenient location near schools, shopping, restaurants, Domain
  • Quiet upper floors and spacious unit layouts

Before you tour or apply

  • Named staff: Veronica (manager praised for helpfulness), Connie (leasing associate noted for smooth move-ins), Rebecca (leasing staff)
  • Maintenance arrives within hours for emergency repairs
  • HVAC/A/C systems reported as underpowered in some units
  • Security documented: 6 car thefts, 9 break-ins reported in one review
  • Pool hygiene and disinfection cited as inconsistent in negative reviews

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
Praised for spacious, well-designed units, family amenities, and location; hindered by A/C issues, leasing office communication, and reported security and pest problems.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Mixed signals: some residents report zero pest issues; others cite ants, bugs, and management hostile to pets.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.4 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 61% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 0
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
68
4
28
3
17
2
8
1
48

FAQ

How fast does maintenance respond to emergencies?
Within hours for urgent issues like burst plumbing, though non-emergency requests may take longer depending on workload.
Is this a good fit for families with kids?
Yes-residents praise the playground, gym, pool, volleyball court, school bus access, and quiet upper floors, though parking can be tight near some buildings.
What should I know about security and pests before signing?
Reviews are split: some report zero issues; others cite car thefts, break-ins, and bug/mold problems. Visit during different times and ask the leasing office directly about recent incidents.
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Last updated 2026-09-08