Yes. The property welcomes pets and dogs, with a park across the street for exercise.

What is the monthly rent and deposit?

One-bedroom apartments range from $975 to $999 per month, with a $250 security deposit at move-in.

Is the location accessible?

Yes. The property has wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, and an elevator, located in central Southeast Austin near parks and amenities.

The Nightingale at Goodnight Ranch Senior Apartments

Updated 2026-08-21 · 4,767 reviewed · 435 listed · Scored from 114 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(114) 70 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments

The Nightingale at Goodnight Ranch Senior Apartments

Service: Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews: 114

What Residents Report

Most residents praise the friendliness and professionalism of staff like Sandra Velasquez and Andrew, along with the property's clean appearance and peaceful location near parks. Noise control and maintenance speed remain persistent issues that management has struggled to address consistently.

Praised for

responsive and professional staff
clean property and units
friendly and welcoming residents
convenient central location
well-maintained grounds

Watch-outs

slow maintenance response times
noise complaints unresolved
inconsistent cleaning standards

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Best for: Senior renters seeking a pet-friendly community with strong management and park proximity.

Think twice if: Noise issues and slow maintenance response may frustrate those prioritizing quiet or needing urgent repairs.

What Works Here

strong management and staff responsiveness
clean, well-maintained property with modern finishes
peaceful location with nearby park access
pet-friendly community

Before You Apply: What To Expect

Property Manager Sandra Velasquez praised for 50+ years of renting experience as standout manager
Assistant Andrew cited for patient, responsive customer service during move-in
Refrigerator malfunction reported; maintenance performed but appliance reliability questioned
Neighbor noise complaints documented over two-year period with limited resolution
Maintenance requests sometimes take 3+ days with multiple follow-ups needed

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments: Professional leasing staff and clean units offset by slow maintenance response and unresolved noise complaints.

How This Community Compares Nearby

Rated 4.2 against a 3.85 average across the 315 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 70% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

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How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method

Star rating 42

Review volume 89

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 53

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Leasing & Application Office

Phone: +1737-239-0303
Website: http://www.dmanightingale.com/
Address: 5900 Charles Merle Dr., Austin, TX 78747
Open in Google Maps

Attributes

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Last verified 2026-08-21

Office & Application Hours

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

As listed on Google.

From the Property

Services listed

Pet-friendly apartmentsSenior living community1 bedroom apartments

Published prices

Security deposit at move-in: $250
1 bedroom apartments: $975/month
1 bedroom apartments: $999

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

Common Questions About Applying Here

Are pets allowed?: Yes. The property welcomes pets and dogs, with a park across the street for exercise.
What is the monthly rent and deposit?: One-bedroom apartments range from $975 to $999 per month, with a $250 security deposit at move-in.
Is the location accessible?: Yes. The property has wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, and an elevator, located in central Southeast Austin near parks and amenities.

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The Nightingale at Goodnight Ranch Senior 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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