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The Links at Forest Creek

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 330 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(330) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Links at Forest Creek
Services
Luxury Apartments, Student Housing, Senior Living Apartments
Reviews
330

The honest read

Staff at The Links earn repeated praise for genuine, patient service; Kandy Asher is named multiple times. Maintenance responds within days or a week even to pest control issues. The smaller complex fosters neighbourhood connection through events and an engaged community that self-polices. Renovated units are bright and well-finished. A single complaint notes unreachable phones and early office closures.

Some residents stay multiple years and re-sign leases, citing affordable utilities, low parking fees, and the peaceful, convenient location near Round Rock amenities. A visitor without a lease mentioned working here regularly. The property enforces rules fairly but firmly.

Praised for
  • welcoming, personal staff
  • fast maintenance response
  • clean, well-maintained grounds
  • strong community feel
  • renovated units available
Watch-outs
  • difficulty reaching leasing office by phone
  • occasional miscommunication
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Best for: Families or long-term renters valuing community feel, affordable utilities, and reliable staff over size.
Think twice if: You need after-hours contact or quick phone response; staff appear to leave by 5pm on weekdays.

What this place gets right

  • staff known by name and genuinely helpful
  • maintenance responds within days
  • lower utilities and included parking
  • strong resident community with events

Worth knowing

  • Kandy Asher and Sherydan named as leasing staff for consistent service
  • Maintenance crew resolves pest control issues within one week
  • Renovated units feature updated kitchen countertops, new flooring, and colour-matched finishes
  • Covered parking included at no extra cost
  • Utilities (electrical and water) noted as notably affordable
  • Family-friendly resident events held regularly
  • Bulk trash rule strictly enforced with fines

Reviews by category

Luxury Apartments
Renovated units praised for quality finishes and kitchen upgrades; smaller complex appeals to those seeking community over size.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pest control service praised for thoroughness and responsiveness; one resident had roaches and ants resolved within the week.
Senior Living Apartments
Multi-year residents value affordable utilities, accessibility of staff, and maintenance responsiveness; family events support social connection.
Student Housing
One visitor noted working on laptop at the community regularly; covered parking and affordable amenities suit budget-conscious renters.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.02 average across the 284 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 77
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Quick answers

Are utilities included or do I pay separately?
Utilities are not included but reviewers note electrical and water bills are particularly affordable. Covered parking is included at no extra cost.
How fast does maintenance respond to requests?
Residents report maintenance responds within a week to requests, including pest control issues. Staff are described as polite and timely.
What community activities are offered?
The complex hosts family-friendly resident events throughout the year to help neighbours meet. Some apartments have been renovated over time.

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Last updated 2026-07-17