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Watermere at Round Rock

Updated 2026-07-17 · 2,441 reviewed · 401 listed · Scored from 54 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(54) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Student HousingSenior Living Apartments
Watermere at Round Rock
Services
Student Housing, Senior Living Apartments
Reviews
54

The honest read

Watermere stands out for its polished facilities and consistently warm staff interactions, particularly from a sales team that takes time to listen. Most residents report feeling immediately at home, though a couple of visitors found the environment initially clinical. The busy street location and certain financing options warrant a look before committing.

Praised for
  • friendly, attentive staff
  • beautiful, well-maintained community
  • comprehensive amenities and activities
  • welcoming atmosphere for residents
Watch-outs
  • traffic noise from busy street
  • clinical feel rather than cozy
  • credit program concerns
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Best for: Active seniors seeking a polished, social community with extensive amenities.
Think twice if: You prefer a quieter location; traffic from the adjacent busy street is a real issue.

What this place gets right

  • dedicated, knowledgeable sales staff (Breanna praised by name)
  • fresh, well-designed facilities
  • active community social calendar
  • comprehensive wellness and dining services

Worth knowing

  • Breanna (sales staff) mentioned by name in multiple reviews for thoroughness and compassion
  • infrared sauna, pool, fitness center, beauty and barber salon
  • scheduled transportation offered
  • activities and events held regularly (Review 3 mentions Friday party)

Reviews by category

Senior Living Apartments
Beautiful, well-maintained facilities with attentive staff; warm welcome but some find initial tour experience clinical rather than cozy.

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.1 average across the 96 senior living apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 14% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 69
Review volume 76
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Quick answers

What activities or events happen here?
Residents participate in wellness programs, activities, and regular social events (such as resident parties). The community has a library, media room, and fitness center.
What's included in the monthly fee?
The website lists independent apartments starting at $1999; the listing doesn't break down what dining, housekeeping, or transportation cost separately. Ask staff about the credit program during your tour.
Is there public transit or other transport?
Scheduled transportation is offered, though the community is next to a busy street; you may want to confirm routes during your visit.

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Last updated 2026-07-17