What is the towing policy at Menchaca Commons?

The property partners with ATX Towing, which tows vehicles (including those parked outside the apartments) at any time. Towing costs $324. Residents should confirm parking rules before leasing.

Does the leasing office help with the move-in process?

Yes. Residents name Alondra and Brenda as leasing staff who handle utilities setup, provide apartment information, and guide tenants through the entire leasing process.

Is maintenance available on weekends?

Yes. Leo, the maintenance technician, responds to maintenance requests including air-conditioning repairs on Sundays, according to resident reviews.

Menchaca Commons Apartments

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 200 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(200) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments

Service: Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews: 200

What Residents Report

Menchaca Commons delivers strong service from named staff like Alondra, Brenda, and Leo, with residents praising the leasing process, maintenance responsiveness, and value. However, persistent complaints surface around neighbor conduct, common area upkeep, roach infestations, and urine odors in units, alongside aggressive towing practices that catch residents off guard.

Praised for

friendly and efficient staff
helpful leasing process
responsive maintenance
clean facilities
affordable pricing

Watch-outs

neighbor behavior and trash in common areas
pest control and odor issues
insufficient lease enforcement
towing policies without clear warning

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Best for: Renters seeking affordable Austin housing with responsive management and willing to overlook neighbor-conduct and pest issues.

Think twice if: Those bothered by shared-space disorder, pet waste, and urine odor should tour thoroughly; towing fees ($324) apply to offsite parking without clear advance notice.

What Works Here

Attentive leasing staff by name
Same-day and Sunday maintenance availability
Below-market pricing for Austin
Wheelchair accessible facilities

Before You Apply: What To Expect

Alondra, Brenda, and Reyna named for leasing and resident support
Leo performs maintenance including weekend air-conditioning repairs
Towing partnership with ATX Towing enforces 6:30pm towing policy
Roach and odor complaints during tours despite pest control calls

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments: Pricing is below Austin market; leasing and maintenance praised but common-area upkeep and pest management undermine the value proposition.

How This Community Compares Nearby

Rated 4.3 against a 3.85 average across the 315 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 86% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

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Ranking Method

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Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 50

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

158

Leasing & Application Office

Phone: +1512-862-0973
Website: https://menchacacommons.com/?y_source=1_MjM0NTgwNzYtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
Address: 12024 Menchaca Rd, Austin, TX 78748
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Attributes

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Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday: 09:30-17:30
Tuesday: 09:30-17:30
Wednesday: 09:30-17:30
Thursday: 09:30-17:30
Friday: 09:30-17:30
Saturday: 10:00-17:00
Sunday: Closed

As listed on Google.

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Services listed

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Published prices

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom: $1,099
2 bedroom, 2 bathroom: $1,299
3 bedroom, 2 bathroom: $1,450

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

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Common Questions About Applying Here

What is the towing policy at Menchaca Commons?: The property partners with ATX Towing, which tows vehicles (including those parked outside the apartments) at any time. Towing costs $324. Residents should confirm parking rules before leasing.
Does the leasing office help with the move-in process?: Yes. Residents name Alondra and Brenda as leasing staff who handle utilities setup, provide apartment information, and guide tenants through the entire leasing process.
Is maintenance available on weekends?: Yes. Leo, the maintenance technician, responds to maintenance requests including air-conditioning repairs on Sundays, according to resident reviews.

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Menchaca Commons Apartments

What Residents Report

What Works Here

Before You Apply: What To Expect

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

How This Community Compares Nearby

What Residents Mention Most

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Rating breakdown

Leasing & Application Office

Office & Application Hours

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