Apartment complexes in Anderson Mill: ranked picks
Anderson Mill's apartment stock runs from decades-old garden complexes to recently updated communities near HEB and the library, and the gap between them shows up fast once you talk to residents. This ranking weighs maintenance responsiveness, staff reputation, and how well each property holds up against its own advertised amenities, following our methodology. The picks below focus on which teams and units actually deliver day to day, not just leasing-office promises.
Most complexes here sit within a short drive of Anderson Mill Park, Four Points, and the HEB on Anderson Mill Road, and several properties lean on that convenience plus zoned schools as their main selling point. Expect a mix of older 1980s-90s buildings with legacy wear (HVAC, plumbing) alongside a few newer-management turnarounds, so named maintenance staff and how long current ownership has been in place matter more than the marketing copy.
14 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baxter at Westwood | 75 | 4.2 (377) | — | Families, dog owners |
| 2 | MAA Canyon Creek | 73 | 4.1 (260) | — | Same-day HVAC fixes |
| 3 | Birdie on Woodland Greens | 73 | 4.8 (63) | — | Amenity-focused renters |
| 4 | Balcones Club | 71 | 4.2 (342) | — | Commuters wanting quiet, pet-friendly |
| 5 | Red Oaks Apartments | 71 | 4.5 (24) | — | Pet owners, hands-on leasing |
| 6 | Spicewood Springs | 70 | 3.9 (101) | — | Value near HEB and schools |
| 7 | MAA Canyon Pointe | 69 | 4 (233) | — | Budget one-bedrooms |
| 8 | Bridge at Canyon Creek | 68 | 4 (290) | — | Families prioritizing staff attention |
| 9 | Bridge at Volente Apartments | 67 | 3.7 (92) | — | luxury apartments |
| 10 | Trails at Canyon Creek | 66 | 3.9 (182) | — | luxury apartments |
| 11 | The Lantern | 59 | 3.4 (253) | — | affordable housing |
| 12 | Summit at Westwood Apartments | 58 | 3.5 (163) | — | student housing |
| 13 | Chesapeake | 56 | 3.4 (75) | — | pet friendly |
| 14 | Terrazzo | 54 | 3.1 (223) | — | student housing |
Ranked picks
Baxter at Westwood
score 75/100Residents consistently praise maintenance tech Eddie and the office team, plus two pools and an on-site dog park, though older units carry legacy wear.
MAA Canyon Creek
score 73/100Named technicians Manuel, Mario, and Will Hardy get same-day HVAC calls done, but understaffed office hours and steep renewal hikes are real trade-offs.
Birdie on Woodland Greens
score 73/100A 4.8 rating and staff like Nabelys and Jay stand out, but package theft and uneven security enforcement have hit some long-term residents hard.
Balcones Club
score 71/100New ownership since May has sped up maintenance and improved communication, though water damage and pest issues linger from before the changeover.
Red Oaks Apartments
score 71/100Property manager Sonia earns standout praise for care and follow-through, and the pet grooming station and dog park stay genuinely clean.
Spicewood Springs
score 70/100Manager Lydia and her team turn around maintenance within hours or a day, and units run clean and spacious for the price.
MAA Canyon Pointe
score 69/100Rents starting near $923 and maintenance tech Chris's same-day fixes are the draw, but towing policy and front-office attitude pull the score down.
Bridge at Canyon Creek
score 68/100Leasing staff like Josie and technicians like Raul Olivares get consistent praise, but broken gates and shuttered amenities mean checking what's actually working before you sign.
Bridge at Volente Apartments
score 67/100Most residents report a quiet, stable living environment with responsive maintenance and warm management.
Trails at Canyon Creek
score 66/100Trails at Canyon Creek draws loyal residents who praise the grounds, pool, and mile-long trail, plus a friendly office team especially Karin, but the 3.9 rating hides two distinct camps.
The Lantern
score 59/100New management has shifted resident experience significantly: recent arrivals praise responsive communication, staff by name, and quick maintenance turnaround.
Summit at Westwood Apartments
score 58/100Residents praise individual staff members like Kayla, Stormy, and Kristy for genuine effort to turn the community around, and several note the convenient location near schools and parks.
Chesapeake
score 56/100New leasing staff, especially Ashley and Diego, win consistent praise for attentiveness and transparency during sign-up; residents with fresh leases note affordable pricing and a low-key feel.
Terrazzo
score 54/100A student-friendly location with spacious layouts earns praise from some residents and Joshua at leasing, but 41% one-star reviews reveal systemic problems.