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Centro Studio Homes

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 184 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(184) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Student Housing
Centro Studio Homes
Service
Student Housing
Reviews
184

The honest read

Most residents praise Centro's staff for going above and beyond during move-in, with named team members consistently called out for patience and follow-up. Spacious studios at $699 appeal to students, though a few note missing appliances and location trade-offs.

Praised for
  • friendly, responsive staff (especially Brad, Jessica, Kailey, Sean, Kaylee)
  • spacious studio apartments for the price
  • easy move-in process
  • good amenities (pool, fitness center, bikes)
Watch-outs
  • missing appliances (no stove, no closet)
  • location downsides
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Best for: Students seeking budget-friendly, spacious studios with strong leasing support.
Think twice if: Units may lack standard appliances or closet space; confirm your specific unit layout before signing.

What this place gets right

  • staff known by name for responsiveness
  • spacious studios under $700
  • quick move-in support
  • resort amenities (pool, fitness, bikes)

Worth knowing

  • Named staff (Brad, Jessica, Kailey, Sean, Kaylee) consistently praised for move-in assistance and follow-up calls
  • Resort pool, fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, Echelon bikes available
  • Quartz countertops and modern fixtures in kitchens and bathrooms
  • One reviewer noted missing stove and closet

Reviews by category

Student Housing
Staff praised for patient guidance; spacious studios appeal to budget-conscious students, though unit specifications vary.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.6 against a 3.97 average across the 209 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 55% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 10
Review volume 98
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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108
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12
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6
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7
1
51

Quick answers

What's included for the $699 starting price?
According to their website, studios include a full kitchen with quartz counters and appliances, new bathrooms with quartz countertops, and access to resort pool, fitness center, and Echelon bikes. The website also advertises 8 weeks free.
How close is Centro to UT or ACC?
Their website states the complex is half a mile from Highland ACC campus and 4 miles to UT campus.
Has anyone complained about the apartments?
One review noted missing a stove and closet; another mentioned location as a downside. Ask the leasing team about unit specifications before signing.

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Last updated 2026-07-17