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Travis at the Lake

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 144 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(144) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Travis at the Lake
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144

The honest read

Staff members go out of their way to welcome residents and respond quickly to maintenance requests. The 37-acre property with trails and dog parks appeals to pet owners, and the community fosters genuine friendships among neighbors. Some residents report frustration with surprise fees, a buggy payment portal, and thin walls that carry neighbor noise, which undercuts the luxury positioning for a $2000 one-bedroom.

Praised for
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • well-maintained grounds and units
  • strong community feel
  • responsive maintenance team
  • scenic setting and amenities
Watch-outs
  • surprise fees and move-out charges
  • confusing payment system
  • poor soundproofing between units
  • gate key fob issues
  • nickel-and-diming pricing
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Best for: Pet owners seeking a nature-connected community with responsive management and active social neighbors.
Think twice if: Read the lease carefully before signing; move-out fees and utility charges can be steep, and payment portal issues have caused late-payment penalties.

What this place gets right

  • 37-acre setting with trails and dog parks
  • staff names residents by name and go beyond expectations
  • strong sense of community among residents
  • quick maintenance response

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Clinton, Angie, Oscar, and Luis named specifically for going beyond standard service
  • Dog parks and trails are main draws for pet owners
  • 37-acre property with resort-like grounds maintenance
  • Welcome boxes provided on move-in
  • Payment app directs to archaic website that times out

Reviews by category

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog parks, trails, and pet amenities are valued by residents, though some note skunk issues on grounds.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.3 against a 3.98 average across the 280 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 42% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 50
Review volume 94
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Quick answers

Do they have amenities for dogs?
Yes. The complex includes dog parks and hiking trails on its 37-acre property, which residents cite as a main reason for choosing the community.
What is the move-in process like?
Staff conduct pre-arrival walk-throughs, provide welcome boxes with essentials, and personally introduce themselves to help residents settle quickly.
How responsive is maintenance?
Multiple residents report maintenance responds quickly to requests. Luis leads the maintenance team and keeps grounds in resort-like condition.
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Last updated 2026-07-17