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Bridge at Turtle Creek

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 116 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(116) 61 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Bridge at Turtle Creek
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Affordable & Subsidized Apartments, Public Housing Authorities, Low Income Housing Program
Reviews
116

What Residents Report

Long-term residents praise the leasing team's helpfulness and the resort-style amenities, but maintenance and safety issues emerge over time. Praise centers on Elizabeth and the office staff's responsiveness, the large gym, pool with fire pit, and affordable pricing. Yet multiple two-to-three-year residents report escalating problems: repeated cockroach and mold issues post-renewal, fire alarms sounding weekly or monthly, and persistent safety concerns including visible drug use, car break-ins, and neighbor conflicts. First-year experience often differs sharply from year two onward.

Pet policy enforcement appears inconsistent. Some residents enjoy the dog park; others report relentless barking complaints going unaddressed and dog feces in stairwells. The gated entry and smart security draw praise for convenience but frustration when delivery services and building access create barriers for residents. Building design (narrow stairs, package delivery delays, layout) adds friction beyond staff control.

Praised for
  • responsive management and maintenance
  • strong amenities (gym, pool, dog park)
  • friendly leasing team (especially Elizabeth)
  • affordable rent
  • modern, spacious apartments
Watch-outs
  • pest infestations and mold after renewal
  • random fire alarms (monthly or weekly)
  • safety concerns (drugs, break-ins, fighting)
  • noise and neighbor disturbances
  • pet policy enforcement gaps
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Best for: First-year renters seeking affordable, well-amenitied housing near downtown Austin.
Think twice if: Pest control and building maintenance deteriorate after year one; safety concerns and persistent fire alarms reported by long-term residents.

What Works Here

  • Affordable rent in South Austin location
  • Large fitness center and resort-style pool with fire pit
  • Responsive leasing and maintenance staff
  • Modern apartments with in-unit washer/dryer connections

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Elizabeth named as exceptional leasing agent in multiple reviews
  • Brittany identified as responsive property manager
  • Maintenance team described as responsive and 'above and beyond'
  • Monthly to weekly fire alarm malfunctions reported
  • Cockroach, mold, and dog feces issues emerging in years 2+
  • Car break-ins and apartment burglaries reported by residents
  • Gated access with smart home security; delivery code policies cause friction

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
First year praised for affordability and staff responsiveness; long-term residents report pest, mold, and safety deterioration.
Public Housing Authorities
Income-restricted units listed; no direct review evidence specific to public housing authority services.
Low Income Housing Program
Income-restricted rent praised as affordable; no detailed review evidence of program-specific support or eligibility services.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 3.7 against a 3.85 average across the 315 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 71% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

homelessness assistanceunderstaffedquiet environmentpet policylease renewalnew propertyaffordabilityfriendly areacommunity feelleasing team

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 15
Review volume 90
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Leasing & Application Office

Address
6020 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78745
Attributes
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Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday
08:30-17:30
Tuesday
08:30-17:30
Wednesday
08:30-17:30
Thursday
08:30-17:30
Friday
08:30-17:30
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed
Income-restricted studiosOne bedroom apartmentsTwo bedroom apartmentsCommunity resort-style pool24-hour fitness centerDog parkIn-unit washer and dryer connectionsSmart home security systems

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common Questions About Applying Here

Does Bridge at Turtle Creek allow dogs?
Yes, the complex has a dog park. However, reviews note inconsistent enforcement of pet policies; some residents report unaddressed barking complaints and dog feces in common areas.
What amenities are included?
The property offers a 24-hour fitness center, resort-style pool with BBQ grills and fire pit, dog park, covered parking, and in-unit washer/dryer connections.
Is the location convenient?
The South Austin location is about 5 miles from downtown and 10 minutes from Zilker Park, but residents note the building's design makes carrying groceries and receiving packages inconvenient.

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Last updated 2026-08-21