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Artisan On the Bluff

Updated 2026-08-23 · 1,344 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 78 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(78) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Artisan On the Bluff
Service
Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Reviews
78

What Residents Say

Most residents report a peaceful, well-kept complex with staff who actively build community through events and genuine care. One reviewer raised concerns about inconsistent rule enforcement, but overwhelming experience points to reliable maintenance, approachable management led by Manny, and a culture where residents look out for one another.

The property offers pet-friendly units with amenities including a pool, gym, and computer lab. Staff organize monthly activities from karaoke to yoga. Management accommodates residents with accessibility needs and provides support services like ESL classes and employment workshops.

Praised for
  • responsive, helpful management
  • professional maintenance team
  • well-maintained grounds
  • strong community culture
  • community programs and activities
Watch-outs
  • selective enforcement of rules
  • potential favoritism reported
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Best for: Residents seeking affordable housing in a quiet, community-focused setting with responsive management.
Think twice if: One review alleged inconsistent enforcement of rules for favored residents; verify current policies directly.

What This Community Gets Right

  • engaged management and maintenance team
  • active community programming
  • accessible to residents with barriers to housing
  • well-maintained grounds and common areas

Before You Tour

  • Manager Manny led a complex turnaround that included gated mailbox area, repaired pool, exterior renovations, and removal of problematic residents
  • Maintenance team addresses move-in requests within one day
  • Staff members named: Manny (manager), LaTasha (resident coordinator and computer lab), Katelyn, Candy (former assistant manager)
  • Community programs include ESL classes, computer classes, employment workshops, Mother's Day brunches, National Night Out, bingo, yoga, karaoke
  • Provides access to fax machine and printing for residents

Maintenance, Management & More

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Staff go above and beyond for residents, including those with disabilities or gaps in housing history; accessible units available.

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 4.1 against a 3.61 average across the 115 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 26% of the businesses in this directory.

How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 34
Review volume 82
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Scores by Category

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Common Renter Questions

Does the complex accommodate residents with accessibility needs?
Yes. One resident reported the property is handicap accessible; management worked with them to provide wheelchair access after previous landlord refused accommodation.
What programs or activities does the community offer?
The complex runs ESL and computer classes, employment workshops, and monthly resident events including Mother's Day brunches, bingo, yoga at the pool, and karaoke nights.
How quickly does maintenance respond to requests?
Residents report move-in maintenance items are addressed within one day. The pool is maintained and available daily except Mondays.

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Last updated 2026-08-23