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Avistar on the Blvd

Updated 2026-09-25 · 1,274 reviewed · 407 listed · Scored from 186 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.3(186) 59 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Pet-Friendly ApartmentsGated & Secured Communities
Avistar on the Blvd
Location
Northwest Side, San Antonio
Services
Pet-Friendly Apartments, Gated & Secured Communities
Reviews
186
Ranking
#146 in Pet-Friendly Apartments
Best for
budget-conscious renters who prioritize affordability and staff friendliness over strict maintenance reliability.

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-09-25. Details taken from their website were fetched 2026-07-23.

What Residents Say

Staff warmth and affordable rates attract residents, but the complex battles persistent infrastructure and pest problems that leave many frustrated. Reviewers praise the grounds and initial leasing experience, yet chronic roach infestations, recurring water outages, and aggressive collections practices without proper notice undermine confidence in management's follow-through and resident care.

Praised for
  • friendly and helpful staff
  • pleasant grounds with trees and green spaces
  • affordable pricing
  • good maintenance response when contacted
Watch-outs
  • severe cockroach infestation persistent across buildings
  • repeated water shutoffs and leaks
  • unresponsive management and ignored requests
  • unexpected move-out charges and collections reporting without notice
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Best for: budget-conscious renters who prioritize affordability and staff friendliness over strict maintenance reliability.
Think twice if: pest infestation and water interruptions are dealbreakers, or if you value transparent move-out billing and responsive management communication.

What This Community Gets Right

  • affordable rates with frequent specials
  • friendly front office staff
  • green grounds with shaded areas
  • quick maintenance repairs when requested

Before You Tour

  • New management team led by Tim reported making upgrades and improvements
  • Theresa Llanas handles leasing (cited positively)
  • Matthew Starr listed as contact (cited negatively in disputes)
  • Building 4 specifically flagged for roach problems
  • 48-hour water shutoff documented in 2024
  • Move-out charges reportedly sent to collections via National Credit Systems without proper notice
  • Two residents reported collections issues spanning years with pattern of undocumented charges

Maintenance, Management & More

Pet-Friendly Apartments
dog stations available; roach and stray animal issues mentioned
Gated & Secured Communities
gated access provided; security presence not detailed in reviews

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 3.3 against a 3.78 average across the 313 pet-friendly apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 58% of the businesses in this directory.

How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 0
Review volume 99
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Scores by Category

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93
4
11
3
7
2
5
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70

Common Renter Questions

Does Avistar on the Blvd allow pets?
Yes, the complex has dog stations and is pet-friendly. However, reviews mention ongoing issues with stray cats and dog waste on grounds.
What amenities are included?
Two swimming pools, spa, fitness center, clubhouse, business center, and dog stations. Apartments feature electric kitchens with dishwashers and washer/dryer connections.
What should I know about move-out billing?
Multiple residents report being sent to collections for undocumented charges without proper notice or itemized statements. Request a detailed walkthrough inspection and written bill before leaving.

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Last updated 2026-09-25