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Davies Ranch

Updated 2026-07-17 · 4,853 reviewed · 448 listed · Scored from 226 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(226) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Student HousingApartment Rental AgencyApartment BuildingApartment Complex
Davies Ranch
Services
Student Housing, Apartment Rental Agency, Apartment Building
Reviews
226

The honest read

Leasing and maintenance staff earn strong praise. Angelica, Franklin, Amber, and Estella handle tours, repairs, and questions with speed and empathy. One resident's AC was fixed within hours. But long-term residents report serious cracks: a four-year tenant documented uncontrolled roaches, then faced thousands in disputed charges for damage they say was routine wear or pest-related. Several families describe a tenant culture hostile to children, with upstairs neighbors banging ceilings over laughter. A few mention office staff dismissing Spanish speakers. Clean facilities and gated security are consistent strengths, but move-out billing and resident conflicts need attention.

Service varies by role. Leasing excels. Maintenance responds fast for mechanical issues. Management's handling of pest control and lease-end disputes leaves residents feeling nickeled-and-dimed.

Praised for
  • responsive leasing staff
  • fast maintenance response
  • clean grounds
  • friendly staff
Watch-outs
  • unresolved pest infestations
  • excessive move-out charges
  • noise-complaint culture
  • language barriers with office
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Best for: Single professionals and couples valuing responsive staff and clean facilities.
Think twice if: Families with children should verify tenant demographics; document all move-out condition; confirm pest control protocols if infestation history is a concern.

What this place gets right

  • Staff turnaround on leasing and maintenance
  • Gated community with pool and fitness center
  • Pet-friendly housing available

Worth knowing

  • Franklin (maintenance technician) resolves AC and mechanical issues within hours
  • Angelica Quiñónez (leasing agent) praised for thorough tours and empathetic communication
  • Amber and Estella (leasing/management) assist with package retrieval and problem-solving
  • One resident charged over $3,000 in move-out fees that were heavily disputed and partially removed after complaint
  • Pest infestation (roaches in appliances and outlets) documented repeatedly over four years but not fully resolved
  • Three-hour pool-hall rental for $100

Reviews by category

Student Housing
No review text directly addresses student living; category based on directory listing only.
Pet-Friendly Communities
Website lists pet-friendly housing; no reviews detail pet policies or amenities.
Apartment Building
Multiple residents praise clean, well-maintained grounds and security; gated layout appreciated.
Apartment Rental Agency
Leasing agents Angelica, Amber, and Estella consistently praised for thorough tours, kindness, and problem-solving during apartment search.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.3 against a 3.99 average across the 437 apartment building businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 69% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 51
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Contact

Address
12113 Dessau Rd, Austin, TX 78754
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Last verified 2026-07-17

Office hours

Monday
09:00-18:00
Tuesday
09:00-18:00
Wednesday
09:00-18:00
Thursday
09:00-18:00
Friday
09:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

Straight from their site

Services listed
1 bedroom apartments2 bedroom apartments3 bedroom apartmentsSwimming poolFitness centerMulti-media roomPet-friendly housing
Published prices
2 bedroom apartment homes
$1500 Gift Card for New Residents on Select 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes

Credentials claimed:Equal Opportunity Housing, Handicap Friendly

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Quick answers

How fast does maintenance respond to AC issues?
One resident reported their non-cooling AC was fixed within hours after reporting it to Franklin.
Is the complex gated and secure?
Yes; one visitor noted the property is gated.
What should I do about move-out charges?
Document your apartment condition with photos before moving in and throughout your stay. Request final invoices and proof of completed work before paying any charges.

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Last updated 2026-07-17