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Villas at Shadow Oaks Apartments

Updated 2026-07-17 · 4,853 reviewed · 448 listed · Scored from 129 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.9(129) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Villas at Shadow Oaks Apartments
Services
Furnished & Corporate Housing, Apartment Building, Apartment Complex
Reviews
129

The honest read

Long-term residents and new arrivals alike report a sharp improvement in management quality and staff responsiveness over the past year. The leasing team (Shray, Britni, and Corey named specifically) handle inquiries and move-ins promptly, maintenance arrives same-day or next-day on average, and a professional security guard now provides nightly patrols. Grounds stay clean, parking is uncrowded, and residents appreciate transparent rent with no hidden fees. A few note that lighting could improve in dark areas, and some amenities remain outdated, but the overall trajectory and community feel earned this complex a strong local reputation among renters seeking a peaceful, well-run home.

Praised for
  • responsive management and staff
  • quick maintenance turnaround
  • friendly, knowledgeable leasing team
  • clean grounds and well-maintained property
  • affordable rent and transparent pricing
Watch-outs
  • lighting could be better for security
  • some amenities still need upgrades
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Best for: Renters seeking stability, quick maintenance, and friendly staff in a peaceful Austin community.
Think twice if: Tenants needing upgraded lighting for security or extensive modern amenities should note ongoing improvement efforts.

What this place gets right

  • responsive management under new leadership
  • maintenance arrives same-day or next-day
  • transparent pricing without hidden fees
  • professional nightly security patrols

Worth knowing

  • Security officer Hobert conducts nightly foot patrols with flashlight coverage
  • Leasing staff Shray, Britni, and Corey praised for speed and knowledge
  • Maintenance requests typically handled same-day or within 24 hours
  • New property manager credited with community turnaround in recent months
  • Parking availability noted as uncrowded

Reviews by category

Furnished & Corporate Housing
Quick leasing process and responsive staff make move-ins smooth for corporate residents.
Apartment Building
Clean, well-maintained grounds with responsive management and same-day maintenance.
Apartment Complex
Strong community feel, friendly staff, and nightly security patrols create safe, welcoming environment.
Apartment Rental Agency
Leasing staff known for being informative, helpful, and fast with approvals and move-in support.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.9 against a 3.98 average across the 244 furnished & corporate housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 37% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 28
Review volume 92
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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4
13
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4
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1
1
30

Contact

Address
12148 Jollyville Rd, Austin, TX 78759

Last verified 2026-07-17

Office hours

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

As listed on Google.

Straight from their site

Services listed
One bedroom apartmentsTwo bedroom apartmentsSwimming poolSpaClubhouseRecreation roomFitness centerDisc golf course

Credentials claimed:Equal Housing Opportunity

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

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Quick answers

How fast does maintenance respond to work orders?
Same-day or next-day response; residents report 1-2 hour response times in some cases.
Is security provided?
Yes, a professional security guard (Hobert) patrols nightly with spotlight coverage.
Are there hidden fees in the rent?
No; residents report transparent pricing with clear notice of any changes.

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Last updated 2026-07-17