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The Oaks at Techridge

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 224 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(224) 68 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Oaks at Techridge
Services
Student Housing, Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
224

The honest read

Residents consistently praise the leasing team, especially Shielyn (Assistant Community Manager), for making move-in smooth and welcoming. Units are clean with quality finishes, grounds are well-maintained, and maintenance responds quickly to requests.

However, significant concerns surface: roach infestations, nocturnal truck noise from adjacent commercial operations, and theft without security camera coverage. Rent creep after lease signing and destructive speed bumps also frustrate residents. The location's street-facing noise is a serious issue for light sleepers, and pest control response times trouble those dealing with infestations.

Praised for
  • responsive leasing and move-in staff
  • clean units and common areas
  • well-maintained amenities and grounds
  • quick maintenance response
  • friendly professional management team
Watch-outs
  • pest infestation issues
  • street noise from commercial vehicles
  • no security cameras or limited security
  • unexpected rent increases
  • speed bumps causing vehicle damage
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Best for: Young professionals and students seeking move-in convenience and quick maintenance, with noise tolerance for street-facing units.
Think twice if: Street-facing units experience heavy night-time truck noise from adjacent commercial operations; verify security camera coverage if theft concerns you.

What this place gets right

  • Attentive leasing and move-in experience
  • Clean, well-financed units with quality finishes
  • Quick maintenance response times
  • Green spaces and resort-style amenities

Worth knowing

  • Shielyn Pettey (Assistant Community Manager) named repeatedly for welcoming move-in experience
  • Jasmine Brown (staff) praised for client care during move-in
  • Maintenance fixes reported same-day
  • Wood-style flooring and granite countertops noted in units
  • Resort-style pool with multi-level fountains
  • Greystar listed as management company

Reviews by category

Student Housing
Leasing team known for welcoming first-time renters; street noise and pest issues are concerns.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet-friendly units available; no specific pet policy or amenity feedback in reviews.
Townhome & Garden-Style Communities
Units with fenced yard options mentioned; no detailed feedback on townhome-specific features.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4 against a 3.97 average across the 209 student housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 68% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 33
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
139
4
33
3
7
2
8
1
37

Quick answers

How quickly does maintenance respond?
One resident reported a minor issue fixed the same day after move-in.
What is the move-in experience like?
Multiple reviewers highlighted smooth, welcoming move-in coordinated by Shielyn (Assistant Community Manager) and her leasing team.
Is the location quiet?
Street-facing units experience significant noise from adjacent commercial truck operations at all hours, especially late night into early morning.
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Last updated 2026-07-17