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DK Riata

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 235 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(235) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Student HousingLuxury ApartmentsPet-Friendly Apartments
DK Riata
Services
Student Housing, Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
235

The honest read

Most residents praise DK Riata for its clean grounds, responsive staff like Walter and Corinne, and quick maintenance fixes. The complex offers solid amenities including a pool, fitness center, and dog wash station in a quiet North Austin area near Apple's campus.

Praised for
  • responsive, friendly staff
  • quick maintenance
  • well-maintained grounds
  • strong amenities
  • quiet, safe location
Watch-outs
  • security incidents
  • billing/collections disputes
  • minor unit issues
  • parking constraints
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Best for: Professionals and students seeking a quiet community with strong maintenance and responsive management.
Think twice if: Security concerns have been mentioned; isolated car break-ins reported. Also review billing practices carefully before signing, as one resident encountered disputed charges months after move-out.

What this place gets right

  • Staff responsiveness to maintenance and leasing inquiries
  • Clean, well-maintained grounds and common areas
  • Diverse amenities (pool, fitness, yoga, co-working)
  • Convenient North Austin location

Worth knowing

  • Walter Ortiz and Corinne named as particularly helpful staff members
  • Angelica and David also noted for strong service
  • Maintenance requests typically resolved within 1-3 days
  • Same-day repair requests documented
  • Pet washing station operational
  • Dog wash station available for residents

Reviews by category

Student Housing
Residents praise proximity to work and study amenities; co-working pods and location near tech companies appeal to young professionals.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet washing station and nearby park/water features valued by residents with dogs.
Luxury Apartments
Amenities and grounds well-regarded; some residents note units lack ultra-modern finishes but are comfortable and roomy.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.4 against a 3.97 average across the 209 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 72% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 57
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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187
4
14
3
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9
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24

Quick answers

What amenities are included?
Resort-style pool, 24-hour fitness center, yoga studio, spin studio, rock climbing wall, pet washing station, co-working pods, and entertainment pavilion.
How quickly does maintenance respond?
Residents report requests are typically resolved within 1-3 days; some same-day repairs documented.
Is there parking available?
Garages and carports available, though reviewers note garages are narrow and carports are limited.

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Last updated 2026-07-17