Apartment Ratings | Verandah at Grandview Hills Ratings and Reviews

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Current Resident (Not Recommending)

2009-11-29T16:41:31-06:00

From atxsooner: I currently live in The Verandah and I'm dying to get out. When looking for an apartment last February I read the warnings here and did not take it seriously, now I'm wishing I had. I enjoyed the first few months that I lived here but recently have continually been ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: NO NO NO NO!!!! (Not Recommending)

2009-10-22T07:35:55-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Poor parking. You will be towed and that will cost $193.Poor draining system, water collects everywhere. In the summer, that is a breading ground for misqutoes.Nobody picks up after their dog.Staff is unprofessional. They never follow up.Landscaping needs attention. Exposed pipes and wires on the ground.Walkways are not well lite ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Verandah - Overall Good (Recommending!)

2009-10-13T12:01:46-06:00

From rainnbo: The Verandah has the best 2 bedroom floor plans I've ever seen. I stopped looking when I got here. I feel at "home" here and I feel safe. Never had a problem with office staff or maintenance. Maintenance is there super fast when needed and they always fix the problem, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: place is a nightmare (Not Recommending)

2009-08-31T09:18:14-06:00

From -Anonymous-: too many complaints to list... I lived here for 5 years, it was wonderful for a long time but kept changing ownership/management. Shortly after signing my last least renewal, I was counting the days until I could leave, the property/community has completely gone downhill. I Heard everything my neighbors did ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Worst Complex in Northwest Austin (Not Recommending)

2009-08-29T14:17:51-06:00

From -Anonymous-: From the deceptive come on of the pool that is populated with drunks, cigarette butts, screaming hordes of children to the worn out stinking gym and "don't give a cr*&" attitude of the property managers, this place has seen its day. Formerly a better quality property with excellent management, it ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Pleasant and pretty (Recommending!)

2009-07-29T15:43:57-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We moved in about 4.5 months ago, and as with every place, there is good and bad. GOOD: Our apartment is beautiful. It was spotless when we moved in, no doubt professionally cleaned, and the layout of our particular floorplan is the envy of all our friends that come over. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Was great, but now... (Not Recommending)

2009-03-01T07:16:07-06:00

From -Anonymous-: We lived here for a year, really only moving because we needed a 2 bedroom. The good: The property ammenities are great, the view of the sunset is amazing (we has an apartment over looking the canyon), the apartment was perfectly sized (until we needed bigger), the grounds are well ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Great (Recommending!)

2008-11-19T14:51:11-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I have lived here about 3 years now and have had an amazing living experience. The grounds are always very nice and clean, the office staff is always friendly, and maintenance always responds in a timely manner. I work in property management and I am completely impressed. I would definitely ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: really sweet place to live (Recommending!)

2008-09-07T08:29:43-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I was there for 2 years and in July moved back into town because of car problems and a teen who wanted to ride the bus (no bus out there). I enjoyed living there and the walks down Boulder Lane (close by) to the greenbelt, the great air quality, the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Not horrible but definitely not a winner! (Not Recommending)

2008-08-19T15:28:38-06:00

From Txgirl7: I moved in with my boyfriend here in January and that's also about the time that new leasing agents got into the office. Accept for one nice girl they are all rude! The maintenance people also think that they are management and treated us bad as well. My dog was ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Great Place to live- But Management is EVERYTHNING (Recommending!)

2008-01-07T11:17:10-06:00

From Lschindler@elderplans.com: I lived at the Verandah from Sept, 2004 until April 2006. When I first moved there it had a good management and all was fine. When repair work was done, they even called the next day to gauge my satisfaction. Then a new property manager was hired and he was ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: We enjoyed these apartments! (Recommending!)

2008-01-06T18:27:36-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My girlfriend and I have lived in the Verandah for a little over a year, and have not once had a problem. The office staff is WONDERFUL; you never have to worry about an issue coming up and them not taking care of it in a timely manner. The maintenance ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: The Verandah Living (Recommending!)

2007-04-26T08:25:31-06:00

From angelamoore2006@yahoo.com: The Verandah has been the most excellent apartment living experience I have ever had. The management has been polite, professional and helpful in all areas. They have been available during ice storms, lost packages, move in dates and maintenance issues. I've lived noise free in an environment with other professional ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: It was once nice, but is now a dump! (Not Recommending)

2007-03-23T23:15:49-06:00

From -Anonymous-: My wife and I moved in when the Verandah was brand new, and it was a paradise! But, it was sold to new owners, and the new management is extremely poor and unprofessional. A vent on the side of my building was broken, and wasps built a nest in it, ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: surprised the ratings aren't higher (Recommending!)

2006-12-25T20:16:42-06:00

From -Anonymous-: i lived at this complex about 2 years ago with a roommate. we absolutely loved it. when we first moved in, i found a baby scorpion, but none after that. (btw...it was sand colored and i would not have seen it if the cat wasn't playing with it...so, look where ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: New to property, not nearly as impressed... (Recommending!)

2006-08-10T13:57:29-06:00

From -Anonymous-: When my husband and I started discussing moving to Austin we checked out several apartment communities. For the price, we felt like this place had the best deal as far as sq. footage and amenities. We have been here a whole month and there are some things that are very ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: (Recommending!)

2006-08-10T10:39:49-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I lived here for 2 years. For the most part, I enjoyed my time. Obviously, there were a few problems, but whenever I brought them up to the management staff, they were handled quickly and efficiently. I have to disagree with the idea that the manager is just out for ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: I also can't wait to leave (Not Recommending)

2006-06-28T12:28:23-06:00

From -Anonymous-: This property was once so wonderful. It makes me sad to know that in the last year we have had a dead person in the parking lot..that was pushed or fell down 4 flights. Then the staff would not even inform the tenants of if life here is safe or ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Not too bad, not the best! (Recommending!)

2006-06-26T00:56:02-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The apartments are nice inside, pricy, but nice. The pool, clubhouse, and gym are nice when they are open. Most here are young professionals and young families. There are a few loud and unsightly people here, but that comes with the city. There are no serious problems, just some things ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Beautiful community, friendly staff (Recommending!)

2006-06-01T16:28:02-06:00

From em1980: I have read some of the negative reviews on this community, and you have to keep in mind that some people are not going to be satisfied no matter what. I work in apt. management for another company, so I know what good management is supposed to be and these ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Lived here for 4 years...Gone from Great to Can't Wait (Not Recommending)

2006-05-26T23:03:14-06:00

From -Anonymous-: After living here since late 2001, it has gone from fabulous to can't wait to leave. The previous management and staff were always on top of things. The gates were always closed...now never! The property rules were enforced. Now are there rules? Complaints of noise and vandalism are diregarded and ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: staff comment only (Recommending!)

2006-05-18T12:49:20-06:00

From daniel_s_wharton@yahoo.com: I will be moving there on August 1st, and I will write another view after that. I wanted to post a comment on the customer service levels from the staff. My name is Dan, and I am not an employee, look me up after 8/1/06 in apt. 2332 if need ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Beautiful property... (Recommending!)

2006-04-29T10:39:30-06:00

From biggie3: My husband and I lived there for 1 year and we loved it, it is a beautiful property with many amenities, also the apartments are very well kept.
It has some minor problems such as parking but it not a problem at all since you have plenty of space. Noise ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Great Management/Price (Recommending!)

2006-03-22T13:51:02-06:00

From annabelleian: I moved out of Verandah in January to get closer into town. The apartments I moved into have been nothing but an expensive pain in the rear hassle. The management is subdivided because there are so many complexes, and the management in my complex area is incompetant and rude!! Compared ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Beware of Scorpions and Bugs! (Not Recommending)

2006-01-07T22:09:09-06:00

From -Anonymous-: If you decide to live near the preserve good luck with the scorpions and insects. We had to call the pest control several times. I decided to apply liquid poison myself throughout the spring and summer seasons. I got tired of checking the walls, tubs, and ceilings. I figured out ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: (Not Recommending)

2006-01-03T12:09:17-06:00

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Verandah at Grandview Hills: Veranda Shmerandah (Not Recommending)

2005-12-07T14:38:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: When I first moved in the place was great. The management was very helpful and really worked to solve problems. The new management has been adequate but it took several calls to their managers (BH) to get mindshare. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: This Place Used To Be Good.... (Not Recommending)

2005-10-26T16:24:02-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I worked here a long time ago. I absolutely loved it. I've been meaning to write this for a good while. I should have done it then, but I hope my credibility won't hinder what you read. I wrote a few opinions about the Verandah in the past. They were ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: A shame!! (Not Recommending)

2005-10-01T16:25:28-06:00

From -Anonymous-: It is so sad to see what has happened to the Verandah in the last year. Since the new management has changed and BH had taken over, the entire community has gone down hill. It was once such a beautiful place to live. Now the property looks like trash. The ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Living here again! (Recommending!)

2005-09-27T16:43:41-06:00

From texasfriend: I keep coming back to Verandah. This is the second apartment I've had at Verandah and I love it. It's an apartment community so ofcourse there will be noise but it's not excessive and the office handles everything so well. They are very friendly and helpful. I've dealt mainly with ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: "it's a shame" comment ridiculous (Recommending!)

2005-08-31T14:07:58-06:00

From -Anonymous-: That comment called "it's a shame" is ridiculous. The apartments are stil just as beautiful as they were before they were bh. And they are never ever noisy!! In fact, I'm often scared to walk my dog after 9pm because there isn't a soul in sight. I've never heard any ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: (Recommending!)

2005-07-13T20:53:42-06:00

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Verandah at Grandview Hills: Management Stinks! (Not Recommending)

2005-07-11T17:14:17-06:00

From cg37: We rented this apartment under the old management, and our lease said that when it was up, we could go month-to-month at the same price. New management said we couldn't (even though it was in our lease) and made us sign a 6 month lease. But typed up a 12 ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: It's no longer a paradise !!! (Not Recommending)

2005-04-28T20:40:06-06:00

From Trueblue_04@msn.com: I signed a lease when the complex first opened. The property was only half finished. The apt. I rented in October was ready in Dec. I moved in sometime in January and should of know that a building that was built in two months was going to have all kinds ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: I love this place (Recommending!)

2005-04-20T13:22:51-06:00

From cbates: I have had a wonderful experience living here. The management company that took over the property has been nothing but nice to me. The floorplans here are huge and I love my aparmtment. I have experience in the business of property management ( no I do not work at Verandah) ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: It's been great! (Recommending!)

2005-04-20T13:16:40-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I just moved in in January and I love it! The new staff is very friendly. I have ablsolutely no complaints! I'm very happy here. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: great until the end of your lease (Not Recommending)

2004-12-15T11:12:25-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I really liked the property, nice landscaping, pool is really cool place in the summer, inside of the apartments look nice, but that is where it stops. They office was offering our exact apartment for $175 less a month than what we were paying when our 60 day notice was ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: I'm living in paradise!!! (Recommending!)

2004-10-01T16:34:00-06:00

From Lschindler@yahoo.com: I moved here about a month ago and only have praise with the office staff, the maintenance staff, the grounds, etc.

OK, here we go, the leasing staff is first rate. I understand there is a new staff there but they are friendly, really care and are very helpfull. If I ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: How does that song go? (Not Recommending)

2004-09-30T23:24:26-06:00

From -Anonymous-: New boss, same as the old boss.

New management, no changes. OF course this is still new.
Parking is still a complete free for all, boats are left on the property and several vehicles that should be towed are left in prime parking spots as an eye sore to residents.
I noticed cats ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Another Locator's Opinion (Recommending!)

2004-08-19T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I COMPLETELY agree with the last review. I am also a locator and have been living at the Verandah for over 3 years now. While I absolutely love the property and townhome that I live in, the former management was, in my opinion, a nightmare. They had absolutely no customer ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Stupid review on 8/14/04 (Not Recommending)

2004-08-18T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: As a locator, I would tell you to disregard the comment by the unknown author who commented on the new management company (BH). I'm not sure they are really a locator. If they were like myself, they would have complete market knowledge and recognize that BH does manage newer, luxury ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: BH MANAGEMENT (Not Recommending)

2004-08-14T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: THE VERANDAH WILL SOON BE TAKEN OVER BY BH MANAGEMENT!!!!!!! THIS IS AN AWFUL SITUATION!!!
As a locator I have worked with the Verandah and the staff for 2 years, it has been my most favorite property...until now. A management company who only owns C and D propertys is taking over. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Staff 100% better but... (Recommending!)

2004-07-21T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The staff is great with renewed interest in community functions.
The post about the place being a mess is simply not true. There is no trash anywhere other than around building 19 which has all the families in it...those people are slobs and the staff can't control that. Speaking of Bldg ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Like it so far and I am picky (Recommending!)

2004-07-12T00:00:00-06:00

From tmcgee629: I really like living here. I moved here in June 2004 so I have not been here long, but so far I love it. It's very quiet, the apartments are beautiful and spacious and the pool/amenities are the best I saw when I did my research.

The staff has been friendly ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: HORRIBLE (Not Recommending)

2004-07-12T00:00:00-06:00

From kjhgkjg@kjgh.com: I lived there for only a year, after I left they charged me to replace the carpet and scratches that did not exsist. It was overpriced and the staff rude and obnoxious. ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Happy to leave! (Not Recommending)

2004-06-25T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Ever since my wife almost stepped on a scorpion in our bedroom last year we have been looking for something else. After years of price hikes we have found a much better condo in the Arboretum area with a great view. And the kicker is we got a rate that ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: I would never live here again or recomend this to friends (Not Recommending)

2004-06-23T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: The office staff will seem all sweet when they want you to move in and the grounds are beautiful, but dont ever plan to move out. They will stick you with all kinds of fees and make up stories about the condition the apt was left in. i hate the ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Good place to live (Recommending!)

2004-06-15T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Lived in several apartments in Austin and this property is one of the best I've lived in, parking is not bad (try living at Jefferson at Sunset Valley then leave a comment), didn't have to pay a deposit or app fees, staff has been great, awesome pool, rent is cheap ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: Watch your deposits! (Not Recommending)

2004-06-02T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: Sneaky, sneaky, sneaky. According to the TX Property Code, security deposits are ALWAYS refundable, despite The Verandah's "non-refundable" security deposits. Apparentely they're above the law. Watch out for them! ... [click to read full apartment review]

Verandah at Grandview Hills: ignorant, pushy and rude office staff (Recommending!)

2004-05-24T00:00:00-06:00

From -Anonymous-: I just moved in to these apartments. I really want to emphasize how horrible the office staff is. When I was moving my stuff into the apartment, I noticed it reaked of smoke. I have asthma and bad allergies so this is something that I was very adamant about not ... [click to read full apartment review]