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The Allure Apartments

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 199 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(199) 61 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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The Allure Apartments
Services
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities, Luxury Apartments, Student Housing
Reviews
199

The honest read

Strong leasing teams and spotless units draw praise, but long-term residents report management unresponsiveness, steep renewal price hikes, and declining community upkeep since ownership changed hands. Staff like Nick, Isabel, and JP earn repeated mention for smooth move-ins, yet complaints center on difficulty reaching management, questionable charges, and deteriorating amenities including broken security gates and persistent trash issues.

Maintenance responds quickly to small repairs and the location near schools and shops is a consistent draw. However, thin soundproofing drives high utilities, and renewal costs jump $300-400 above initial rates. Those considering a lease beyond one year face the trade-off: attractive amenities and good frontline service against management that struggles with communication and long-term resident satisfaction.

Praised for
  • friendly and helpful leasing staff
  • clean units and common areas
  • quiet and safe neighborhood
  • convenient Cedar Park location
  • responsive maintenance for small issues
Watch-outs
  • unresponsive management and poor communication
  • high renewal rates and surprise fees
  • thin walls and weak climate control
  • poor trash and dog park maintenance
  • package room system inadequate
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Best for: short-term renters seeking a spotless, walkable community with strong initial move-in support
Think twice if: you plan to stay long-term, as renewal rates rise steeply and management communication is inconsistent

What this place gets right

  • excellent frontline leasing and touring experience
  • consistently clean units and grounds
  • walkable Cedar Park location near schools and retail

Worth knowing

  • Leasing staff praised by name: Nick, Isabel, JP, Isabella, Cameron Thibault, Brenna, Sunny, Brad
  • Manager Kara repeatedly cited for poor email communication and unresponsiveness
  • Ownership changed to Berkshire; residents report decline in standards and staff turnover
  • Pet rent $15 per pet, pet fee $500 per pet claimed on website
  • Studio 590 sq ft mentioned in one review
  • Renewal rates reported $300-400 higher than initial lease for same unit type
  • Security gates broken frequently; trash collection gaps of a week reported
  • Walls described as thin, causing high electric bills for small units

Reviews by category

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park offered but cleanliness is a recurring complaint; residents report dog waste not cleaned regularly.
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Units described as clean and well-kept with good storage, but thin walls and weak climate control drive high utilities.
Luxury Apartments
Interiors praised as nice and beautiful; amenities listed but some (package system, improved trash service) have not materialized as promised.
Student Housing
No direct review evidence about student occupancy or needs.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 3.8 against a 4.05 average across the 111 townhome & garden-style communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 61% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 21
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
117
4
25
3
5
2
8
1
44

Quick answers

What is the pet policy and cost?
Pet rent is $15 per pet and pet fee is $500 per pet, according to their website. A dog park is available.
How does renewal pricing work?
Reviewers report renewal rates increase $300-400 above initial lease rates for the same unit type, with limited communication from the renewal team.
What is the location like?
Cedar Park complex is walkable to HEB, Walmart, restaurants, nail salons, Home Depot, a fuel station with hot food, and highly-rated schools within one mile.

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Last updated 2026-07-17