Highland Apartments — They're Charging a Lot, Is It Earned?
Highland sits close to ACC Highland, MetroRail, and North Lamar, which makes it a dense pocket for apartment hunters comparing amenities against management quality. The picks below come from resident reviews scored using our methodology, weighing leasing experience, maintenance speed, and how well each property handles problems once you've signed a lease.
Most complexes here sit within walking distance of ACC Highland, the MetroRail line, or North Lamar's restaurants and 99 Ranch Market, so location scores are consistently strong across the area. The real differences show up in how each property handles security, pest issues, and maintenance backlogs once the initial lease-up shine wears off.
11 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 | LaRue on Highland | 78 | 4.6 (64) | — | luxury apartments |
| 2 | Revolve | 76 | 4.1 (216) | — | student housing |
| 3 | Fivetwo at Highland | 75 | 4.4 (520) | — | ACC students, spacious layouts |
| 4 | Broadstone North Lamar | 75 | 4.7 (94) | — | luxury apartments |
| 5 | Lamar Place Apartments | 73 | 4.2 (108) | — | luxury apartments |
| 6 | Midtown Highline | 72 | 4.2 (53) | — | luxury apartments |
| 7 | Medina Highlands | 67 | 4 (167) | — | Budget-conscious commuters near ACC |
| 8 | Ella Parkside | 57 | 3.3 (172) | — | luxury apartments |
| 9 | The Joplin at Crestview Apartments | 56 | 3.5 (74) | — | luxury apartments |
| 10 | The Johnny | 56 | 3.5 (55) | — | luxury apartments |
| 11 | Highland Flats | 56 | 4.1 (17) | — | luxury apartments |
Ranked picks
LaRue on Highland
score 78/100Move-in is smooth and well-managed.
Revolve
score 76/100New residents consistently highlight Alexandra, Alex, and Janaye as genuinely welcoming staff who ease the move-in process with clear answers and personal attention.
Fivetwo at Highland
score 75/100High ceilings and Luis's tours draw people in, but broken access doors and car break-ins are a real tradeoff for the rent charged.
Broadstone North Lamar
score 75/100Tour-goers and new residents consistently praise the modern layouts, high-end finishes (gas stoves, wine fridges), and attentive leasing staff like Travis E.
Lamar Place Apartments
score 73/100Most residents highlight Vikki and the management team's responsiveness, with work orders typically completed within 24 hours and maintenance issues resolved fast.
Midtown Highline
score 72/100Residents consistently praise responsive maintenance, new appliances, and a welcoming leasing team led by staff like Kayla, Layne, and James.
Medina Highlands
score 67/100Walking distance to MetroRail and a responsive team led by Zach and Kaitlyn offset thin walls and add-on fees that push rent higher.
Ella Parkside
score 57/100Ella Parkside's leasing team has earned genuine praise for personal attention and knowledge, but residents report a sharp operational decline.
The Joplin at Crestview Apartments
score 56/100The complex attracts budget-conscious renters with studio units starting at $869, and the office staff (particularly Jacqueline, Brenda, and Milagros) are consistently praised as kind and attentive.
The Johnny
score 56/100The Johnny draws strong marks for maintenance response on unit repairs and leasing staff warmth, but residents clash with inconsistent management and chronic infrastructure failures.
Highland Flats
score 56/100Highland Flats draws praise for its Highland location near shops, restaurants, and trails, plus responsive management who handle issues quickly.