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The Life at Grand Oaks

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 553 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(553) 61 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
The Life at Grand Oaks
Service
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews
553

What Residents Report

Management shows real strengths when leasing staff like Manuel and Shakeyna take the lead, and security improvements have reassured families. But deposit processing stalls for months, phone staff turn away callers with hostility, and residents report roof leaks and damage that linger unaddressed despite repeated requests-even when their safety or disability needs are at stake.

Praised for
  • helpful leasing staff like Manuel and Shakeyna
  • recently improved security presence
  • renovated apartments with washer/dryer
  • responsive to family concerns
Watch-outs
  • rude or dismissive phone staff
  • slow deposit refunds (2+ months)
  • maintenance issues left unresolved
  • strict late fees despite payment plans
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Best for: People moving quickly with straightforward needs and strong leasing agent support; less ideal for tenants with maintenance concerns or who need prompt deposit returns.
Think twice if: You have maintenance issues, need a quick deposit refund, or have accessibility needs-call responsiveness and follow-through can be unpredictable.

What Works Here

  • Leasing agents go the extra mile
  • 24/7 on-site security
  • Full in-unit washer/dryer
  • Renovated units available

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Leasing agents Manuel and Shakeyna complete moves in under two weeks
  • Sgt. Kinney leads on-site security team
  • Staff Maria and Lisa noted for office support
  • 24/7 security patrols active
  • Roof leaks and structural damage reported by multiple residents, unresolved for extended periods
  • Strict late-fee policy (due 1st, late after 5th)
  • Required to submit new application and deposit for unit changes

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Leasing and early move-in praised for speed and staff warmth; deposit refunds and maintenance response criticized as glacially slow and dismissive.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 3.6 against a 3.85 average across the 315 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 99% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

leasing processhelpful staffbed bugsrenovated apartmentremodelingclean unitssecurityvirtual tourfloor planspool

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 7
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
304
4
45
3
30
2
26
1
148

Leasing & Application Office

Address
5500 De Soto St, Houston, TX 77091
Attributes
has_onsite_serviceshas_wheelchair_accessible_entrancehas_wheelchair_accessible_parkinghas_business_centerhas_private_outdoor_spacewelcomes_petshas_swimming_poolhas_onsite_parking

Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

Monday
09:00-18:00
Tuesday
09:00-18:00
Wednesday
09:00-18:00
Thursday
09:00-18:00
Friday
09:00-18:00
Saturday
10:00-17:00
Sunday
13:00-17:08

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed
1 bedroom apartments2 bedroom apartmentsFull size washer and dryerSwimming poolsFitness centerClubhouseBusiness centerLaundry center
Published prices
Birch - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath, 622 sqft
Starting at $875
Elm - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath, 925 sqft
Starting at $1050
Juniper - 2 Bedroom 2 Bath, 855 sqft
Starting at $1050
Maple - 1 Bedroom 1 Bath, 662 sqft
Starting at $875

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

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Common Questions About Applying Here

How fast can I move in if I lease here?
Leasing agents report completing moves in under two weeks for qualified applicants.
Is there 24/7 security?
Yes, the property has 24/7 on-site security with active patrols.
Do apartments come with washer and dryer?
Their website lists full-size washer and dryer as part of apartment amenities.

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Last updated 2026-08-21