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Palladium Crestway

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 40 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(40) 62 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Palladium Crestway
Service
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews
40

What Residents Report

Palladium Crestway draws residents who value its clean apartments and community amenities, but many struggle with slow maintenance and administrative snags. Staff like Katie Smiley and Ira win consistent praise, yet critical repairs take weeks to months, and office coordination often breaks down when urgent maintenance requests are needed.

The complex offers wheelchair-accessible units, a business center, fitness facilities, and pet-friendly options with a modest deposit structure. Residents note thin walls and ongoing noise complaints, plus occasional security concerns around package theft. For those prioritizing appearance and amenities over rapid response to maintenance, it works; for others, the gaps in service urgency have proven dealbreakers.

Praised for
  • friendly and knowledgeable staff
  • clean, well-maintained units
  • amenities (pool, fitness center)
  • gated community with security features
Watch-outs
  • slow maintenance response times
  • poor administrative handling and communication
  • thin walls and noise issues
  • security gaps (theft, packages missing)
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Best for: Renters seeking modern amenities and a clean community willing to tolerate slow maintenance response.
Think twice if: You depend on rapid maintenance fixes or need responsive administrative support; AC, heating, and plumbing repairs have taken weeks to months.

What Works Here

  • staff expertise (Katie Smiley, Ira recognized by name)
  • clean, modern units
  • full amenity suite (pool, fitness, business center)
  • gated, secure community layout

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Manager Katie Smiley noted for professionalism and application help
  • Staff member Ira (Ida) recognized for patience during intake
  • Maintenance technician provides honest troubleshooting and explains system workflows
  • AC outages lasting 7+ days; water heater down 4 months in prior winter
  • Missing resident portal access delayed weeks
  • Thin walls transmit neighbor noise clearly

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Modern, clean units with strong amenities; maintenance and administrative follow-up lag significantly.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 4.1 against a 3.85 average across the 315 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 40% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

game roombeautiful apartmentsexercise roombeautiful propertyquality livingconstructioncleanlinessleasepoolnice workers

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 34
Review volume 70
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Leasing & Application Office

Address
5355 Crestway Dr, San Antonio, TX 78239
Attributes
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Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday
08:30-18:00
Tuesday
08:30-18:00
Wednesday
08:30-18:00
Thursday
08:30-18:00
Friday
08:30-18:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
13:00-17:00

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed
One, two, and three bedroom apartmentsFitness centerSwimming poolBusiness centerBasketball courtKids playscapeDog parkWasher/dryer connections
Published prices
Pet deposit
$200
Pet non-refundable fee
$250
Pet monthly rent
$15 per pet

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

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Common Questions About Applying Here

Are apartments wheelchair accessible?
Yes. The complex has wheelchair-accessible entrances and parking, and offers accessible units.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, pets are allowed. A $200 deposit, $250 non-refundable fee, and $15 monthly pet rent apply per pet.
What amenities are on site?
Fitness center, swimming pool, business center, basketball court, kids playscape, dog park, and EV charging stations.

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Last updated 2026-08-21