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Montierra Ranch

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 5 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(5) 35 low data composite score See reviews on Google
Luxury Apartments
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The honest read

Recent reviewers praise Lori and the office for responsiveness and willingness to handle repairs. Earlier resident experienced pest infestation, slow leak repairs, and disputed deposit deductions tied to pet damage; requested receipts were denied pending legal counsel. Review evidence is limited (5 reviews total).

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Recent shift: Recent reviews (2 years ago) are more positive than earlier reviews (3 years ago); staff responsiveness appears consistent, but maintenance consistency and deposit handling remain concerns.

Praised for
  • responsive staff (Lori)
  • management willing to help
  • quick issue resolution
Watch-outs
  • pest problems (mice/rats)
  • slow maintenance response
  • deposit disputes and documentation withheld
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Think twice if: Those with pets should confirm carpet replacement and deposit policies in writing before leasing.

What this place gets right

  • Responsive management and staff
  • staff proactive on repairs

Worth knowing

  • Lori (property manager/office staff) mentioned by name in positive reviews
  • pet deposits collected incrementally during lease
  • pest issues (mice/rats) reported; slow repair timeline (2 weeks for leak, holes in walls/laundry area unfixed)
  • professional carpet cleaning and wall prep by tenant did not prevent deposit denial

Reviews by category

Luxury Apartments
Positive reviews cite responsive staff; one tenant experienced pest infestation, maintenance delays, and unresolved deposit dispute

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.6 against a 4.02 average across the 284 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 2% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 28
Review volume 34
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 49
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Quick answers

Are pets allowed?
Yes. Pet fees are collected and pets are permitted. Confirm carpet replacement policies and deposit terms in writing before signing.
How responsive is maintenance to repair requests?
Recent reviews praise quick response; an earlier resident reported a leak repair taking 2 weeks and wall/laundry holes remaining unfixed for months.

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Last updated 2026-07-17