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The Terrain

Updated 2026-09-22 · 3,787 reviewed · 924 listed · Scored from 130 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(130) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
The Terrain
Location
South Manchaca, Austin
Service
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Reviews
130
Ranking
#13 in Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Best for
Renters seeking affordable housing with fast maintenance response and a quiet, stable community.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-22).

What we found

Tenants report consistent, fast maintenance and attentive management, particularly from Carlos (maintenance) and Jay (office), creating a stable, quiet place to live on a good bus line. The affordable rent and peaceful setting draw repeat residents, though some note rent climbs over lease renewals and a few have spotted pests; one former 4-year resident listed aging windows as a minor drawback.

Praised for
  • quick, attentive maintenance
  • professional, responsive management
  • quiet, safe neighborhood
  • affordable for the size and location
  • clean common areas and units
Watch-outs
  • pest problems (rats, bedbugs)
  • rent increases over time
  • dated windows and poor insulation
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Best for: Renters seeking affordable housing with fast maintenance response and a quiet, stable community.
Think twice if: Pest issues have been reported; check recent pest control record before signing a lease.

What this place gets right

  • Same-day or immediate maintenance response
  • Long-term resident retention; many tenants stay years
  • Named, reliable staff (Carlos, Jay)
  • Quiet, safe location near bus line

Before you tour or apply

  • Carlos provides same-day or immediate maintenance response to requests
  • Jay Gonzalez (office manager) handles approvals and lease questions; described as professional and attentive
  • Pool regularly maintained and kept clean
  • One 4-year resident reported windows lacked insulation and rent increased over lease renewals
  • Located near reliable bus line for commuters
  • Long-term tenants report 2, 4, and 18 years of continuous residence

Resident ratings

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Spacious units at affordable pricing per square footage; rent increases noted at lease renewal.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.4 against a 3.98 average across the 186 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 49% of the businesses in this directory.

What keeps coming up

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How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 56
Review volume 92
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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FAQ

How fast do maintenance requests get fixed?
Maintenance staff, particularly Carlos, address requests immediately or the same day according to multiple residents.
What is the neighborhood like?
Tenants describe it as quiet, peaceful, safe, and near good bus lines and local shops and restaurants.
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Last updated 2026-09-22