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YardHomes Meadow Lake

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 134 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(134) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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YardHomes Meadow Lake
Location
Round Rock
Services
Luxury Apartments, Student Housing, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
134
Best for
First-time renters valuing new construction and attentive leasing support; pet owners with dogs seeking dog park access.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-11.

What we found

New residents consistently praise the spacious townhomes, smart home tech, and leasing staff (especially Shabana and Angela). However, recent reviews reveal a sharp divide: those praising the community entered post-renovation, while longer residents report steady decline since management changed. AC failures, unresponsive billing inquiries, missed trash pickups, and overwatered backyards dominate complaints. One resident noted being offered a gift card to delete an AC review. The standout technician Rey earns individual praise, but the broader maintenance and office responsiveness issues undercut the initial appeal.

Praised for
  • welcoming and responsive leasing staff
  • spacious, clean units with smart home features
  • maintenance technician Rey praised for professionalism
  • peaceful community with amenities
  • dog-friendly with dog parks
Watch-outs
  • management change led to service decline
  • persistent AC breakdowns and slow maintenance response
  • unresponsive front office on billing and emails
  • unreliable trash pickup and inconsistent lawn care
  • overwatered yards creating mud instead of usable space
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Best for: First-time renters valuing new construction and attentive leasing support; pet owners with dogs seeking dog park access.
Think twice if: Long-term residents should note: AC and yard maintenance issues persist, office response times for billing disputes are slow, and one reviewer reported pressure to remove a negative review.

What this place gets right

  • spacious, newly built townhomes with smart home features
  • dedicated leasing staff (Shabana, Angela) praised for patience and responsiveness
  • dog parks and pet-friendly amenities
  • maintenance technician Rey known for quick, thorough repairs

Before you tour or apply

  • Rey identified as standout maintenance technician praised across multiple reviews
  • Shabana and Angela named as leasing staff who streamline applications and follow up regularly
  • One resident reported offered $100 gift card to delete negative AC review by Angela Meissner
  • AC breakdowns recurring issue requiring multiple service calls without lasting resolution
  • Trash valet service billed but frequently unreliable

Resident ratings

Luxury Apartments
New units and amenities praised, but recent complaints about declining maintenance and unresponsive billing.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog parks specifically mentioned and appreciated by residents with dogs.
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Spacious, well-designed homes with smart tech, but yard drainage and landscaping issues documented.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 50% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 67
Review volume 92
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

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7

FAQ

Are dogs allowed, and what pet amenities exist?
Yes. The community features dog parks. Multiple reviewers mention bringing their dogs and using these spaces.
What maintenance issues should I be aware of?
Recurring AC failures and slow response times are documented in several recent reviews. One resident reported multiple AC repair attempts without permanent resolution.
How responsive is the office to billing disputes?
Residents report unresponsive or delayed replies on billing emails, particularly regarding water charge discrepancies.
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Last updated 2026-09-08