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Estates at Norwood

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 118 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(118) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Student Housing
Estates at Norwood
Service
Student Housing
Reviews
118

The honest read

Staff members-especially Dania and Joann-consistently go out of their way to help prospective and current residents through the leasing and living process. The property itself draws praise for its appearance, pool and grill amenities, community events, proximity to shopping and dining, and what reviewers call fair pricing for the space offered.

Maintenance responds quickly to requests, and the office organizes social events and activities for families. The Heritage Hills location puts residents close to downtown and major retailers. No significant complaints emerge from the available reviews.

Praised for
  • friendly, helpful office staff
  • responsive maintenance
  • amenities (pool, bbq, events)
  • good value for the price
  • convenient North Austin location
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Best for: Students and young professionals seeking affordable apartments with active community and helpful staff in North Austin.

What this place gets right

  • Dania and Joann widely praised for patient, personal leasing assistance
  • quick, thorough maintenance response
  • amenities and events draw residents and visitors
  • convenient North Austin location near shopping and dining

Worth knowing

  • Dania and Joann named repeatedly for exceptional leasing and resident support
  • maintenance handles plumbing, electrical, and routine repairs promptly
  • property offers pool, bbq grills, clubhouse, fitness center, and community events including summer activities for kids

Reviews by category

Student Housing
Reviewers call it good value, large units, convenient location near downtown and shopping for student budgets.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.3 against a 3.97 average across the 209 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 34% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 50
Review volume 90
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Quick answers

What move-in incentives are available?
Two-bedroom apartments currently have $500 off move-in specials, per the business website.
What amenities does the property have?
Swimming pool, BBQ grills, fitness center, clubhouse, and staff-organized community events and summer activities.
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Last updated 2026-07-17