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Hilltop Oaks Apartments

Updated 2026-08-23 · 1,344 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 226 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.5(226) 60 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Hilltop Oaks Apartments
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Luxury Apartments, Furnished & Corporate Housing
Reviews
226

What Residents Say

Strong personal relationships with front-office staff (Monica, Judy, Veronica) and affordable rates draw residents in; many praise quick communication and move-in assistance. Behind that welcome mask sits a pattern of neglect: roach problems ignored for weeks despite complaints, water leaks unrepaired for over a year, and office staff dismissive when residents report harassment or safety threats. The complex feels divided-quiet enough for those avoiding trouble, but residents dealing with pest control or neighbor conflict find management largely indifferent.

Staff turnover and inconsistency hint at deeper problems. Monica is praised repeatedly for warmth and responsiveness, yet the same office reportedly ignores maintenance tickets and threatens eviction casually. One tenant reported a knife incident they never reported to staff because they expected the office to dismiss it. Another waited 15 days for roach treatment before giving up. The gated community and pool exist on paper; the pool sits dirty or closed most days.

Recent shift: Sentiment has become more polarized: five-star reviews cluster around recent move-ins praising Monica and Judy's hospitality, while one- and two-star reviews older than six months highlight recurring pest, maintenance, and safety failures. No sign of improvement in core complaints (roaches, leaks, unresponsive safety response).

Praised for
  • friendly and responsive management (Monica, Judy, Veronica)
  • affordable pricing and convenient location
  • quiet community and safe atmosphere
  • quick maintenance response
  • smooth move-in process
Watch-outs
  • persistent roach infestations
  • slow or unaddressed maintenance issues (leaks, mold)
  • inconsistent safety response to tenant disputes
  • office personnel unresponsive to resident concerns
  • intrusive management practices and harsh enforcement
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Best for: Renters on tight budgets who value a welcoming office and quiet neighbourhood, with strong personal support at lease-up.
Think twice if: You have pest allergies or low tolerance for slow maintenance response; office neglects long-standing complaints like roaches and leaks.

What This Community Gets Right

  • affordable rent
  • warm, responsive front-office staff (Monica and Judy named repeatedly)
  • convenient location near schools and shopping
  • quiet community atmosphere

Before You Tour

  • Monica (manager) and Judy Lobo (leasing) praised for personal attention and move-in support
  • Veronica (leasing agent) receives mixed feedback (praised as organized by one, called intrusive by another)
  • Roach complaints unaddressed for over 15 days despite tenant reports
  • Water leak in living room unrepaired for over one year; tenants report mold concern
  • Pool described as dirty or rarely open
  • Curfew policy (10 p.m. mentioned) and high towing fees (~$300 for after-hours guests)
  • Maintenance described as thorough when apartment is prepared for move-in

Maintenance, Management & More

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Affordable rents and central location attract budget-conscious renters, but pest infestations and neglected maintenance erode value.

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 3.5 against a 3.61 average across the 115 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 70% of the businesses in this directory.

How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 2
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Scores by Category

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125
4
8
3
15
2
11
1
67

Common Renter Questions

Is Hilltop Oaks truly affordable?
Yes; multiple reviewers cite low rent and it sits in the affordable housing category. One resident in Review 8 notes 'the price is affordable' and recommends it for budget-conscious renters.
What is the move-in experience like?
Staff Monica and Judy consistently make the process smooth and welcoming, according to recent five-star reviews. However, leasing agent Veronica receives mixed feedback-some call her organized and helpful, others describe her as pushy and intrusive.
Is the pool available and clean?
The pool is rarely open and at least one recent visitor found it dirty (Review 5). One tenant (Review 18) says it is 'very very rarely open'.

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Last updated 2026-08-23