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Marquis Parkside

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 530 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(530) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Section 8 HousingStudent Housing
Marquis Parkside
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Student Housing
Reviews
530

The honest read

Marquis Parkside attracts residents seeking move-in-ready apartments with responsive maintenance and a genuinely engaged management team. Strong communication, quick service requests, and well-kept grounds make it a comfortable choice for those prioritizing ease and community atmosphere, though rent sits above current market rates and gate issues persist.

New visitors report excellent tour experiences and discover lower prices than nearby competitors, yet some applicants encounter dismissive leasing staff or feel the aging interiors don't justify the cost. Long-term residents credit the shift to newer management with improved standards and frequent community involvement, offsetting minor logistical quirks.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance
  • professional and welcoming staff
  • clean, well-maintained property
  • convenient North Austin location
  • quality amenities
Watch-outs
  • gates frequently malfunction
  • higher rent than comparable properties
  • inconsistent staff experiences during tours
  • package room concerns
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Best for: Post-college renters seeking responsive management and a quiet, safe community with excellent maintenance.
Think twice if: You're budget-conscious or expect interior finishes to match market-rate pricing; gates break frequently and rent runs higher than comparable properties.

What this place gets right

  • Maintenance responds faster than expected
  • Staff genuinely engaged in resident satisfaction
  • Clean common areas and well-maintained grounds
  • Convenient North Austin location between highways

Worth knowing

  • Maintenance team handles requests faster than expected
  • Brian and newer front office management praised for knowledge and professionalism
  • Maintenance employee noted as kind, communicative, and efficient
  • Allie the manager mentioned for warmth and professionalism
  • Free fob key and protected package room included
  • Spin studio, 24-hour fitness center on-site
  • Management changed companies a few months into some residents' leases, later improvements noted

Reviews by category

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Rent cheaper than many nearby competitors; long-term residents feel prices fair for location and amenities, though new applicants report overpricing vs. current market.
Student Housing
Post-college renters praise welcoming staff and professional experience; move-in experience smooth with good maintenance responsiveness.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.2 against a 3.92 average across the 197 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 98% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 46
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
399
4
30
3
10
2
13
1
78

Quick answers

How fast does maintenance respond to requests?
Multiple residents report requests handled faster than expected, sometimes completed within hours. One resident had two issues fixed by the time they returned from an errand.
What amenities are included?
Their website lists resort-style swimming pools, swim-up bar, sundeck, outdoor lounge with grilling stations, 24-hour fitness center, spin studio, and private patios or balconies.
Is the location convenient to shops and restaurants?
Yes. Residents note the property sits between Interstate 35 and MoPac, with two HEB stores and Chinatown within a short drive, plus easy access to shopping and restaurants.
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Last updated 2026-07-17