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The Hedge Apartments

Updated 2026-07-17 · 4,853 reviewed · 448 listed · Scored from 302 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(302) 69 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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The Hedge Apartments
Services
Gated & Secure Communities, Apartment Building, Apartment Complex
Reviews
302

The honest read

Staff make a strong first impression: leasing reps and office members like Bob, Monica, and Catt earn consistent praise for politeness and quick responses. The gym is clean, rent undercuts most Austin complexes, and maintenance arrives promptly when called. Reality diverges sharply after move-in. Multiple residents report pervasive roaches despite pest control contracts, mold visible inside air conditioning units, and water damage lasting months. The gated security advertised at the leasing desk fails in practice: gates remain open around the clock, homeless individuals camp in parking lots, and car break-ins and theft are routine complaints. Noise from loud music and cannabis smoke bleeds into units nightly, and small floor plans offer minimal natural light. Management disputes are common: free rent promises get rescinded over paperwork, move-out charges balloon unexpectedly, and residents say repairs are only half-done.

Praised for
  • friendly leasing and office staff
  • fast maintenance response
  • affordable rent for Austin
  • fitness center and amenities
  • named staff go the extra mile
Watch-outs
  • severe roach infestation across units
  • mold and moisture issues
  • broken security gates remain open 24/7
  • slow air conditioning repairs and hidden mold
  • homeless people accessing property freely
  • loud noise and cannabis smoke
  • small units with poor light
  • move-out fees and lease disputes
  • laundry machines broken
  • car break-ins
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Best for: budget-conscious renters prioritizing low cost and staff service over facility condition
Think twice if: you expect reliable pest control, functional security gates, or quiet evenings in a managed community

What this place gets right

  • pricing below Austin market average
  • friendly front-desk and leasing staff
  • on-demand maintenance response
  • full amenities (gym, pool, dog park)

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Bob, Monica, Catt, and Mayte named for strong leasing and administrative support
  • Roach infestations reported across multiple units despite regular pest control claims
  • Mold found inside air conditioning units; residents told to turn off AC during 100+ degree heat
  • Security gates advertised as gated community remain unlocked 24/7
  • Move-out charges increased unexpectedly (example: $40 owed, billed $700)
  • Maintenance repairs sometimes left incomplete or partially resolved

Reviews by category

Pet-Friendly Communities
Dog park available but dog waste in parking lots and common areas remains a frequent complaint
Gated & Secure Communities
Advertised as secure with controlled access, but gates remain open around the clock with homeless access throughout property

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.2 against a 3.99 average across the 437 apartment building businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 87% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 46
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 40
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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4
11
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4
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54

Contact

Address
8300 N Interstate Hwy 35, Austin, TX 78753
Open in Google Maps

Last verified 2026-07-17

Office hours

Monday
09:00-18:00
Tuesday
09:00-18:00
Wednesday
09:00-18:00
Thursday
09:00-19:30
Friday
09:00-19:30
Saturday
10:00-16:00
Sunday
10:00-16:00

As listed on Google.

Straight from their site

Services listed
Pet-friendly apartmentsStudio floorplans1 bedroom floorplans2 bedroom floorplansResort-style swimming pool24-hour fitness centerDog park with agility equipmentClubhouse with business center
Published prices
Spruce 2 bed 2 bath
$945 to $980/month
Yucca studio 1 bath
$694 to $786/month
Agave 1 bed 1 bath
$723 to $801/month
Hibiscus studio 1 bath
$784/month
Sage studio 1 bath
$681 to $710/month

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

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Quick answers

Are the security gates actually monitored after hours?
No. Multiple reviews confirm the gates remain open 24/7, contradicting the leasing promise of controlled access after 8 p.m.
How quickly does maintenance respond?
Several reviews praise maintenance as fast and friendly, though repairs are sometimes only partially completed.
What is the cheapest floor plan?
The Sage studio at $681 to $710/month, followed by the Yucca studio at $694 to $786/month.

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Last updated 2026-07-17