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The Oaks at Ben White Apartments

Updated 2026-07-21 · 2,918 reviewed · 399 listed · Scored from 60 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(60) 65 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
The Oaks at Ben White Apartments
Service
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews
60

What Residents Report

Strong personal service from property manager Leticia Cantu drives repeat praise, with residents noting her bilingual support and attentiveness to leasing questions. However, recent reviews flag ongoing problems: residents leaving trash throughout stairwells, parking areas, and grounds; the pool closed for eight months with no clear repair timeline; and privacy concerns about onsite surveillance cameras.

The building itself draws positive notes for quiet atmosphere and modern finishes (stone countertops, stainless appliances, wood-style flooring), but the gap between unit quality and common-area upkeep troubles occupants. The 73% five-star spread masks deeper maintenance and community-standards issues emerging in lower ratings.

Recent shift: Recent shift toward negative: strong five-star cluster from leasing experience (one year ago) now balanced by urgent maintenance complaints (litter, pool closure, privacy concerns) from past few months.

Praised for
  • responsive property manager (Leticia Cantu)
  • bilingual and welcoming staff
  • quiet community atmosphere
  • modern apartments with quality finishes
Watch-outs
  • resident-caused litter and poor maintenance of common areas
  • pool closed for months without repair timeline
  • surveillance camera privacy concerns
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Best for: Renters seeking modern finishes and bilingual staff support who prioritize responsive leasing service.
Think twice if: Common areas show heavy resident-caused litter; pool repairs lack timeline; surveillance cameras may concern privacy-conscious residents.

What Works Here

  • Leticia Cantu's bilingual leasing support
  • modern finishes and quiet setting
  • onsite fitness center and pet welcome
  • 6 weeks free rent promotion

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Property manager Leticia Cantu (also called Lety, Letisia, Letti) consistently praised for bilingual, attentive leasing support
  • Pool closed for eight months with unclear repair plans
  • Surveillance cameras (four FLICK units noted) onsite
  • In-unit washer/dryer listed as amenity

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Modern units well-reviewed; common-area cleanliness and maintenance responsiveness lag despite strong staff engagement.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 4.1 against a 3.85 average across the 292 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 51% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

size of apartmentsmodern apartmentsquiet communitynew complexfloor plansspaciousnesshelpful teambilingualwelcoming staffmoving experience

How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 34
Review volume 78
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 51
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Leasing & Application Office

Address
6936 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78741
Attributes
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Last verified 2026-07-22

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.

From the Property

Services listed
One-bedroom apartmentsTwo-bedroom apartmentsStone countertopsDesigner cabinetsStainless steel appliancesEnergy-efficient appliancesPlank wood-style flooring
Published prices
Rent promotion
6 weeks free rent

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

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Common Questions About Applying Here

Does the complex offer any move-in specials?
Yes, the website lists a 6 weeks free rent promotion.
Are in-unit washers and dryers available?
Yes, in-unit washer/dryer is listed as an amenity.
Is the property pet-friendly?
Yes, the complex welcomes pets.

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Last updated 2026-07-21