River Oaks Apartments is a charming, older complex in a desirable Austin location, extremely close to UT's campus. It is considered a hidden gem, offering very large rooms and a great price for the square footage and area, with resident and visitor parking included. The property is well-maintained, with a meticulous and responsive maintenance team that addresses issues quickly, even on weekends. The leasing office management is also described as fabulous, warm, and helpful, going above and beyond for residents.
The lower price and age of the building come with expected issues. There are frequent maintenance problems, such as broken appliances, occasional power outages, and a known central AC system that does not operate from approximately November to March, requiring residents to use windows and fans. There is also a pest issue, with cockroaches present, though pest control is provided. The building is generally calm, quiet, and safe, with management noted for keeping the property secure. Some units are updated, though the kitchens may have limited storage. The on-site laundromat machines are sometimes unreliable. Overall, it is recommended for graduate students or those on a budget who value location, space, and responsive management over modern amenities.
Easy move in, fast and kind maintenance, super cute apartment! As a dog mom, I appreciate the well kept grounds. Excited to live here!
June 2026
Every single person working in maintenance especially Pepe has been so helpful. Pepe created a new closet system for me after my closet rods fell during a trip. Pepe was so kind and thoughtful.
February 2026
This place has been great so far, ain't seen no roaches in my apartment.
