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Villas of Mason Hills

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 44 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(44) 64 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Villas of Mason Hills
Location
Leander
Services
Luxury Apartments, Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Senior Living Apartments
Reviews
44
Ranking
#395 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
retirees and families wanting house-like privacy without the upstairs neighbor.

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

Villas of Mason Hills excels at the physical product: modern townhomes with private yards, ground-floor living, and good amenities draw praise. But recent reviews show a sharp divide. Tenants report responsive, cheerful staff and well-kept grounds alongside serious problems: calls go unanswered, maintenance requests linger for months, and management is described as dismissive when hardship hits. The complex appears to perform better for some residents than others, possibly depending on management tenure.

Praised for
  • friendly staff and neighbors
  • well-maintained units and grounds
  • townhome-style privacy (no upstairs)
  • responsive maintenance for some
  • modern amenities (pool, gym, garden)
Watch-outs
  • poor communication, ignored calls
  • slow maintenance resolution
  • inconsistent management quality
  • lease enforcement over compassion
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Best for: retirees and families wanting house-like privacy without the upstairs neighbor.
Think twice if: you need responsive management and fast maintenance; recent reviews show slow resolution and poor communication from staff.

What this place gets right

  • ground-floor townhomes with private yards
  • modern kitchens and appliances
  • in-unit washer/dryer and attached garages
  • walkable to shopping and dining

Before you tour or apply

  • Maintenance technician John praised for next-day response
  • Manager Christin noted by name for helpfulness in recent reviews
  • Manager Andrea and call-center system mentioned in complaints as inaccessible
  • Electrical issue unresolved since January; ice maker repair took five months
  • Income requirement is 3x base rent

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Complaints about unleashed dogs on property; ESA pet screening process criticized as burdensome and unclear upfront.
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Ground-floor layout and private yards praised; no upstairs neighbors is a consistent strength.
Senior Living Apartments
Accessibility and compact design appreciated by older residents, but income verification and lease enforcement frustrate those in hardship.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 18% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 38
Review volume 72
Review recency 99
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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8

FAQ

Can I see a unit with modern appliances?
Yes. Reviews describe brand-new washer/dryer, refrigerator, spacious kitchen, and grand tub and shower in main bathroom as standard.
What is the income requirement?
You must make 3x the base rent. You may also need a cosigner if you fall short.
How long does maintenance usually take?
Recent experience varies widely: one technician responded the next day; other requests have taken months to resolve.

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Last updated 2026-09-08