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Marquis at Great Hills

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 286 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(286) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Marquis at Great Hills
Services
Student Housing, Luxury Apartments, Pet-Friendly Apartments
Reviews
286

The honest read

Long-term residents consistently praise the property's quiet location near major retailers, well-kept grounds, and especially the maintenance team's quick response-multiple reviewers single out Antonio for professional, same-day repairs. Staff like Diana and Will in leasing are noted as friendly and communicative throughout the application and move-in process. The pool and gym are standout amenities; one reviewer likened the resort-like feel to a vacation destination.

Minor complaints center on pricing competitiveness and one delivery/signage issue. Parking is easy to find, and the complex's tree coverage creates a secluded feel despite proximity to The Domain, Costco, Sam's Club, and Whole Foods. Turnover among long-term residents is low, with several households now in their third to fifth year.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance staff
  • convenient location
  • well-maintained grounds and amenities
  • friendly leasing office staff
  • quiet, peaceful community
Watch-outs
  • poor wayfinding and signage
  • pricing less competitive than some alternatives
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Best for: Professionals seeking convenience to North Austin retailers and the Domain, and long-term residents who value responsive maintenance and a quiet community.
Think twice if: Pricing may be higher than comparable communities in the area.

What this place gets right

  • quick maintenance response (1-2 hours typical)
  • strong staff continuity (Diana, Will, Antonio named repeatedly)
  • resort-like pool and gym amenities
  • quiet location with retail convenience

Worth knowing

  • Antonio, maintenance technician, praised by multiple residents for same-day repairs and professionalism
  • Diana, leasing staff, noted for communicative support through application and move-in
  • Will, leasing office, described as friendly and reliable
  • Maintenance typically responds within 1 to 2 hours for pest control and repair requests
  • Parking garage on west side offers covered parking
  • Car wash station with vacuum and hose access

Reviews by category

Luxury Apartments
Units described as bright, spacious, with unique layouts; resort-like pool experience and well-maintained grounds highly praised.
Student Housing
Supports work assignments; minimal student-specific feedback.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.1 against a 3.97 average across the 209 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 39
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
186
4
36
3
11
2
11
1
42

Quick answers

How quickly does maintenance respond to requests?
Reviewers report maintenance arrives within 1 to 2 hours for pest control and repair requests; same-day response is common for urgent issues.
Is there covered parking available?
Yes, a parking garage on the west side offers covered parking. Residents report parking is easy to find in the complex.
What amenities are available?
The community includes a pool, gym, car wash station with vacuum and hose, and landscaped grounds with mature trees throughout.
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Last updated 2026-07-17