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The Heights on Congress

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 49 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.7(49) 53 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
The Heights on Congress
Service
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews
49

What Residents Report

Many residents report feeling unsafe, citing multiple break-ins, assault, and an unresponsive management response to security incidents. Maintenance issues persist: the pool has stayed closed for years, roaches and plumbing failures go unrepaired, and staff sometimes ignore repair requests despite video evidence. One staff member, Karla, earns praise for her efforts to help residents, but she appears to be an exception rather than the norm.

Praised for
  • Responsive staff member (Karla)
  • Pet-friendly policy
Watch-outs
  • Safety concerns (break-ins, assault, stalking)
  • Maintenance neglect and long closures
  • Noise and neighbor disturbances
  • Pest and structural issues
  • Inconsistent management response
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Think twice if: Single women, elderly residents, and anyone prioritizing security should reconsider; break-ins and unaddressed safety complaints are recurring.

What Works Here

  • Accessible facilities (elevators, wheelchair parking)
  • Staff member Karla recognized for responsiveness

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Karla (staff member) credited with helping residents
  • Pool closed for approximately two years despite advertised amenity
  • Management named Veronica reported to have dismissed assault concerns
  • Residents report locks not changed after break-ins

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Safety failures and maintenance neglect overshadow accessible facilities and staff efforts.

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 45% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

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How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 17
Review volume 74
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 27
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Leasing & Application Office

Address
2703-2733 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Attributes
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Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday
08:00-17:00
Tuesday
08:00-17:00
Wednesday
08:00-17:00
Thursday
08:00-17:00
Friday
08:00-17:00
Saturday
10:00-16:00
Sunday
Closed

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Last updated 2026-08-21