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Salado at Red Berry

Updated 2026-08-23 · 1,344 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 246 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(246) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Salado at Red Berry
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246

What Residents Say

Most residents praise the staff, location, and quick fixes for routine issues. Tyra, Kaila, and Gina are named for helpfulness. Amenities like the pool, gym, and food truck Fridays add value. However, major maintenance (like tub replacement) can stall for months, common areas suffer from neglect (pet waste, trash, cigarette smoke in hallways), and administrative follow-up is inconsistent, especially for move-out or military-related requests.

The gated-community aspect and proximity to downtown, I-10, and military installations appeal to many. Staff genuinely engage with residents through events. The disconnect appears between office friendliness and their ability to resolve complex or lingering problems without constant resident follow-up.

Praised for
  • friendly and responsive staff (Tyra, Kaila, Gina named)
  • quick maintenance response
  • clean, safe, well-maintained grounds
  • strong location near downtown and bases
  • community events and amenities
Watch-outs
  • slow tub replacement (4+ months unresolved)
  • poor common-area maintenance (dog waste, trash, hair)
  • noise complaints not addressed
  • poor follow-up on administrative issues (lease changes, deposit returns)
  • gym odor and equipment theft
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Best for: Professionals and military personnel seeking a gated community close to downtown and Fort Sam Houston.
Think twice if: Major maintenance issues may take months to resolve; common areas are not always policed for upkeep; office follow-up on complex requests (military move-outs, deposit disputes) can be slow.

What This Community Gets Right

  • Gated community with strong security
  • Responsive staff (named individuals praised)
  • Convenient location (downtown, I-10, military bases)
  • Community events and food truck Fridays

Before You Tour

  • Tyra, Kaila (also spelled Kalia), and Gina named as standout office staff
  • Food truck Fridays held regularly
  • Tub replacement took 4+ months (April to mid-August) from initial report
  • Common areas (gym, hallways, grounds) reportedly neglected: pet waste accumulation, hair on floors, cigarette smoke in stairwells, equipment theft from gym

Maintenance, Management & More

Gated & Secured Communities
Gated aspect praised for safety; residents feel secure and enjoy community events, though noise control and tenant accountability vary.

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 4.4 against a 3.86 average across the 9 gated & secured communities businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 75% of the businesses in this directory.

Most Mentioned in Reviews

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How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 56
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Scores by Category

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Common Renter Questions

Are pets allowed?
Yes. Pet fee is $150 (non-refundable), pet deposit $150, and pet rent is $15 per pet per month.
How quickly does maintenance respond?
Most routine requests are addressed quickly; however, major repairs (like tub replacement) have taken several months in some cases.
What community events do they host?
Food truck Fridays bring different vendors to the property. Staff also organize community events to help residents connect.

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Last updated 2026-08-23