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Ashley Oaks

Updated 2026-08-23 · 1,344 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 313 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(313) 60 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Ashley Oaks
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What Residents Say

Residents praise specific staff members, especially office team Irma and Sylvia and maintenance worker Patrick, for genuine help and quick responses. However, move-out billing disputes, broken infrastructure, and inconsistent professionalism overshadow these bright spots. Multiple tenants report unverified charges sent to collections, pest problems, and maintenance gaps that left apartments unhealthy or insecure.

The dog park and pools draw families, and quiet neighbors feature in positive reviews. Yet the complex struggles with gate malfunctions, ground cleanliness, and accountability. Long-term residents report the property has declined, and newer residents cite collections practices and leasing discrepancies that feel deceptive. Staff quality appears highly dependent on which person you encounter.

Recent shift: A notable decline reported by long-term residents. Two-year and longer residents note the complex was better years ago. Recent reviews (past two months) show an uptick in collections and leasing practice complaints, suggesting deteriorating management consistency.

Praised for
  • friendly and attentive office staff (Irma, Sylvia, Isabelle)
  • responsive maintenance team (Patrick, Joseph, Dante)
  • pools and quiet setting
  • pet-friendly with dog park
Watch-outs
  • move-out charges sent to collections without notice
  • inconsistent customer service and office professionalism
  • maintenance delays and unresolved issues (leaks, AC, mold)
  • broken gates, damaged grounds (trash, carports, ant infestation)
  • package theft and security issues
  • misleading leasing practices and unclear fees
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Best for: Pet owners and families seeking pools and on-site amenities in south San Antonio.
Think twice if: You need clear communication and accountability on charges. Multiple residents were sent to collections without warning, and move-out billing disputes went unresolved for months.

What This Community Gets Right

  • named maintenance staff (Patrick, Joseph, Dante) praised for prompt, courteous service
  • office team (Irma, Sylvia, Isabelle) known for going above and beyond
  • dog park and pools
  • on-site maintenance and flexible payment (online rent, resident portal)

Before You Tour

  • Maintenance staff Patrick, Joseph, and Dante named in reviews as responsive
  • Office staff Irma, Sylvia, and Isabelle consistently praised for knowledge and care
  • Dog park feature attracts pet owners
  • Multiple residents report unverified move-out charges ($250-$706) sent to collections without prior notice or forwarding address notification
  • Tenants document recurring maintenance gaps: leaky sink, AC outages, mold, gate failures, carport collapse repairs taking weeks, ant and weed smell issues
  • Package theft reported twice by same resident
  • One resident received 80+ degree apartment temperature when AC failed

Maintenance, Management & More

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park and pet-friendly policy praised, but grounds often dirty with dog waste and pest infestations reported.

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 3.6 against a 3.71 average across the 175 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 86% of the businesses in this directory.

Most Mentioned in Reviews

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How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 7
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 43
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Scores by Category

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Common Renter Questions

What happens if I break my lease early?
Management may serve an eviction and charge fees, though reviewers report these fees were added without clear explanation or court justification.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, Ashley Oaks welcomes pets and has a dog park. Grounds cleanliness related to pet waste has been criticized in reviews.
What should I expect at move-out?
Be prepared to document your apartment thoroughly. Residents report move-out charges totaling $250-$706 were not communicated in advance and some disputed claims were later dropped after collections involvement.

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Last updated 2026-08-23