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Lakeline Villas

Updated 2026-07-17 · 4,853 reviewed · 448 listed · Scored from 154 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.0(154) 58 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Lakeline Villas
Services
Luxury & High-Rise Living, Student Housing, Senior & 55+ Living
Reviews
154

The honest read

Residents split sharply: those praising the staff (Nicole, Shelly, Amy, Elord, Tim, Ken) and community atmosphere contrast with two-year tenants reporting relentless fee escalation, maintenance that enters without notice, and security issues including open back gates and intrusions. Early positive experiences fade when problems demand repeated follow-ups with billing that ignore emails for weeks.

The website shows starting rents of $769 (one-bedroom) and $1,411 (two-bedroom), but residents report mandatory parking fees ($35/month per vehicle), guest parking charges, forced community internet, and pet fees ($40/month). Professional cleaning requirements and security deposits withheld without explanation appear standard practice. Unit quality divides: some report immaculate move-ins; others describe paint chips in cookware, screeching washers unresolved for months, sinking showers, and dryers from the 1980s.

Praised for
  • friendly, responsive management staff
  • well-maintained grounds and community feel
  • spacious units with modern appliances
  • convenient location near shopping and services
Watch-outs
  • aggressive fee structure and surprise charges
  • maintenance unresponsiveness and lack of communication
  • deteriorating unit condition and outdated appliances
  • security concerns despite gated status
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Best for: Professionals relocating for short stays who value move-in hospitality and scenic grounds over long-term value.
Think twice if: Avoid if you need transparent pricing, secure maintenance response, unit quality consistency, or plan to stay beyond one lease term.

What this place gets right

  • Attentive leasing and move-in staff (Nicole, Shelly, Amy)
  • Spacious layouts with modern finishes and in-unit laundry
  • Walkable location near shops, restaurants, and services

Worth knowing

  • Staff praised by name: Nicole (move-in, storm response), Shelly (leasing), Amy (management), Elord and Tim (maintenance), Ken (repairs)
  • Mandatory charges not in initial lease: $35/month parking per vehicle, guest parking hourly rates (9am-5pm), forced community internet, $40/month per pet
  • Maintenance policy: no notice before entry, no ETA given, no communication tracking; dryer replacement took 16 weeks
  • Security devices: back gates left open regularly; gym door does not lock
  • Unit issues documented: paint-chipped cabinets, broken patio doors, screeching washers unresolved for months, dryers requiring multiple cycles, sinking showers
  • Exit fees: over $400 charged for cleaning despite professional cleaning; security deposits withheld with no explanation; professional steam cleaning required for move-out (NOT standard rental-store vacuums)

Reviews by category

Apartment Complex
Praising management and move-in experience, but complaints center on fee creep, maintenance delays, and unit deterioration over time.
Gated & Secure Communities
Marketed as secure but back gates documented open despite security incidents including police calls for trespassing and unwanted entry.
Pet-Friendly Communities
Pets allowed but $40/month per pet is cited as overly expensive compared to competitors.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3 against a 3.99 average across the 437 apartment building businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 47% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 0
Review volume 95
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
61
4
13
3
4
2
12
1
64

Contact

Address
2201 S Lakeline Blvd, Cedar Park, TX 78613

Last verified 2026-07-17

Office hours

Monday
09:30-17:30
Tuesday
10:00-17:30
Wednesday
09:30-17:30
Thursday
09:30-17:30
Friday
09:30-17:30
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

Straight from their site

Services listed
1 and 2 bedroom apartmentsquartz countertopsstainless steel applianceswood plank flooringin-home washers and dryerspool with sun deckfitness centercourtyard
Published prices
1 Bedroom apartments
Starting at $769
2 Bedroom apartments
Starting at $1,411

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

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Quick answers

What are the starting rent prices?
One-bedroom apartments start at $769/month; two-bedroom at $1,411/month (per their website). Additional monthly costs include $35 per vehicle for parking, $40 per pet, and mandatory community internet.
How quickly does maintenance respond?
Residents report no scheduled appointments or communication: maintenance enters without notice and there is no way to track when work will be completed or ask for updates. One dryer replacement took 16 weeks.
Is the complex actually gated and secure?
It is marketed as gated, but residents report back gates are left open regularly. Multiple tenants documented security breaches including trespassing and package theft.

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Long-term residents and new arrivals alike praise the management team for their quick responses and willingness to help, the clean, well-kept grounds, and the strong sense of community through resident events. Staff members including Audra and Amanda stand out for their professionalism. However, a minority of reviews highlight serious issues: maintenance entering units without leaving required notices, unfinished walls and ceilings, non-working appliances, and a lack of flexibility when renters need to downsize due to financial hardship. A $32 convenience fee for online rent payment and unresolved noise complaints also frustrate some residents. The complex works well for income-restricted renters and families seeking affordability in Cedar Park, with a resort-style pool, clean playground, and low-cost pricing that exceeds typical market rates for the area. The gated community appeal and long resident tenure (some 9-12 years) suggest stability, though transparency about unit conditions before lease signing and responsiveness to maintenance and neighbor issues remain weak spots.

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Residents and touring customers describe a stark split. Leasing staff like Katherine, Q, and Dana earn consistent praise for patience, knowledge, and going beyond standard help (measuring rooms, suggesting floor plans). New residents report smooth move-ins, responsive maintenance under Kaysie's team, and clean units. Once moved in, however, frustration dominates: parking is described as a mile-long walk after 4pm; rent at $1,650 for a one-bedroom plus $160 in monthly fees feels uncompetitive; valet trash fails to collect on weekends and holidays. Multiple residents reported cockroaches, broken gates enabling car thefts, thin walls, slow Wi-Fi, and unresponsive management when problems arise. Deposit refunds are a flashpoint. Former residents describe being blamed for rain damage and pet wear they documented with photos, and charged for cleaning despite hiring professional cleaners. The office allegedly ignored voicemail complaints for weeks. One resident noted annual rent hikes of $150 plus a surprise $200 charge for a fenced patch that broke within months and was never repaired. Staff rudeness at tours and poor phone responsiveness recur across complaints, suggesting a divide between the leasing and management sides.

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Most residents and visitors experience a vibrant, well-run community where staff genuinely care about residents' well-being, meals are consistently praised, and there are plenty of activities to choose from. One guest reported poor treatment by the concierge, though the broader management and kitchen staff earned detailed recognition for their professionalism and warmth.

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Last updated 2026-07-17