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The Studio at ThinkEast

Updated 2026-07-21 · 2,918 reviewed · 399 listed · Scored from 167 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(167) 60 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
The Studio at ThinkEast
Service
Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Reviews
167

What Residents Report

Long-term residents praise the maintenance crew for quick response times and leasing staff like Janell for their helpfulness, noting the affordable price and online maintenance system work smoothly. For newcomers the reality often diverges sharply: broken security gates, absent patrols, stairwells littered with trash and cigarette butts, roaches on move-in, and poorly installed fixtures frustrate many. The gap between expectations set during tour and actual conditions on move-in stands out as a recurring source of disappointment.

Recent shift: Yes. Reviewers note ongoing staff turnover and past management problems, but recent reviews (most recent within 2 weeks) highlight the current maintenance and leasing teams (Raul, Erudis, Janell, Marcia, assistant manager) as going above and beyond. A reviewer in June 2026 reports renewed lease and same-day work order completion. However, security and cleanliness problems persist even in recent reviews.

Praised for
  • responsive maintenance crew
  • friendly leasing staff
  • online request system works well
  • affordable pricing for Austin
Watch-outs
  • filthy common areas and stairwells
  • broken security gate left open
  • no visible security patrols
  • maintenance quality inconsistent
  • slow security deposit refunds
  • staff turnover and dismissiveness
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Best for: Renters prioritizing affordability and who can overlook cleanliness lapses if maintenance issues get swift resolution.
Think twice if: Tour carefully before signing; security gate frequently broken, stairwells often dirty, and move-in conditions may not match the showroom apartment.

What Works Here

  • responsive maintenance (same-day work orders)
  • affordable Austin rentals
  • staff like Janell noted by name for going above and beyond
  • online maintenance request portal

Before You Apply: What To Expect

  • Maintenance staff Raul and Erudis praised for same-day repairs and correct first-time work
  • Leasing staff Janell, Marcia, and assistant manager noted by name for professionalism under pressure
  • Online resident portal for work orders and payments operates reliably
  • Reviewers report security gate non-functional most of the year despite being marketed as gated community
  • New management team mentioned as attempting improvement in recent reviews
  • Common complaint: showroom apartments differ from units leased to residents

How Residents Rate Management & Maintenance

Affordable & Subsidized Apartments
Pricing praised as affordable for Austin, but move-in condition, ongoing cleanliness, and security issues create disconnect between advertised and lived experience.

How This Community Compares Nearby

  • Rated 3.6 against a 3.85 average across the 292 affordable & subsidized apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 81% of the businesses in this directory.

What Residents Mention Most

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How We Rate These Programs & Communities

Ranking Method
Star rating 9
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 43
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Leasing & Application Office

Address
1143 Shady Ln, Austin, TX 78721
Attributes
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Last verified 2026-07-22

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
Closed
Sunday
Closed

As listed on Google.

From the Property

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

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Common Questions About Applying Here

Can I request maintenance online?
Yes. The resident portal allows you to submit work orders, and reviewers report same-day or next-day response from the maintenance crew.
Is the building pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are welcome according to the business's website and resident reviews.
How long does a security deposit refund take?
By lease terms, 30 days. One reviewer waited 55 days and was told it would take another 15 days, and reported difficulty getting errors corrected.

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Last updated 2026-07-21