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The Fielder

Updated 2026-07-17 · 4,853 reviewed · 448 listed · Scored from 252 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(252) 70 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Fielder
Services
Student Housing, Apartment Building, Apartment Complex
Reviews
252

The honest read

Residents consistently praise the leasing and management team, especially Jose, Becca, Kimmy, and Joanna, for clear communication and personal attention during renewal and move-in. The maintenance crew earns repeated credit for prompt, friendly service and well-kept grounds.

Hidden fees and valet trash charges not disclosed in initial quotes or leases frustrate residents, and phone lines go unanswered. Most tenants report strong apartment quality and no breed restrictions for dogs, but billing surprises create friction despite stellar interpersonal service.

Praised for
  • responsive, knowledgeable management
  • friendly, helpful staff (Jose, Kimmy, Becca, Joanna, maintenance team)
  • well-maintained grounds and common areas
  • pet-friendly policy
  • efficient maintenance and repair handling
Watch-outs
  • hidden fees and valet trash charges not disclosed upfront
  • poor phone responsiveness
  • gap between quoted and actual monthly rent
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Best for: Student renters and pet owners who value personable staff and quick maintenance response.
Think twice if: Ask about all fees upfront; quoted rent may not match final invoice due to undisclosed charges like valet trash.

What this place gets right

  • attentive management and leasing staff
  • prompt maintenance response and friendly crew
  • no breed restrictions for dogs
  • well-maintained grounds and common areas

Worth knowing

  • Manager Jose, assistant managers Joanna and Becca Gonzales, and leasing agent Kimmy named repeatedly for professionalism and clear lease explanations
  • Maintenance technicians Yoandris, Kely, and José Álvarez praised for prompt service
  • No breed restrictions on dogs
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance and fitness center listed
  • Resident reported quoted $915/month but charged $1,072 with undisclosed fees

Reviews by category

Student Housing
Strong praise for lease clarity and renewal support; concern about hidden fees not disclosed upfront.
Pet-Friendly Communities
No breed restrictions; residents with dogs report being happy with this policy.
Apartment Building
Maintenance team prompt and friendly; grounds kept in excellent condition.
Apartment Complex
Responsive management with named staff earning resident trust and repeat recommendations.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.8 against a 3.96 average across the 217 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 77% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 21
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
159
4
12
3
7
2
10
1
64

Contact

Address
11701 Metric Blvd, Austin, TX 78758
Open in Google Maps

Last verified 2026-07-17

Office hours

Monday
08:30-17:30
Tuesday
08:30-17:30
Wednesday
08:30-17:30
Thursday
08:30-17:30
Friday
08:30-17:30
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

Straight from their site

Services listed
One and two bedroom apartmentsFully equipped kitchensWalk-in closetsWasher and dryer in select homesSwimming pool24-hour fitness centerFireplace (in select units)Private patio or balcony

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

What is the monthly rent?
Quoted rates start around $915/month, but residents report actual charges reach $1,072/month with fees like valet trash. Ask the leasing office for a full fee breakdown before signing.
Can I have a dog at The Fielder?
Yes. The complex does not restrict dog breeds.
How fast does maintenance respond?
The business advertises 24-hour emergency maintenance. Residents praise the crew (Yoandris, Kely, José Álvarez) as prompt and friendly.

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Last updated 2026-07-17