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The BLVD at Medical Center

Updated 2026-09-25 · 1,274 reviewed · 407 listed · Scored from 267 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(267) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The BLVD at Medical Center
Location
Northwest Side, San Antonio
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Pet-Friendly Apartments, Luxury Apartments
Reviews
267
Ranking
#17 in Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Best for
Families and pet owners seeking secure, well-maintained rentals with attentive management.

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

Residents consistently praise the maintenance team for quick repairs and the office staff for genuine friendliness and attention. The property itself is clean and quiet, with gated security and amenities like a pool and dog park. A few wish for clearer pool gate instructions and weekend access to shared spaces like the clubhouse.

Praised for
  • fast maintenance response
  • friendly, attentive staff
  • clean, well-maintained grounds
  • family-oriented community
  • professional management
Watch-outs
  • pool access unclear
  • limited community amenities after hours
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Best for: Families and pet owners seeking secure, well-maintained rentals with attentive management.
Think twice if: Pool access system needs clarification; limited weekend/evening availability for clubhouse activities.

What This Community Gets Right

  • quick maintenance response times
  • engaged, friendly staff
  • gated security with pet amenities
  • in-unit washer and dryer

Before You Tour

  • Martha praised for thorough, personable leasing tours
  • Danae and Jimmy noted for exceptional helpfulness
  • Maintenance resolves work orders quickly
  • Property maintained clean and quiet over multiple years

Maintenance, Management & More

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Family-oriented, clean, quiet property with responsive staff and fast maintenance.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Dog park and pet-friendly policy attract positive mention; gated security noted.
Gated & Secured Communities
Gated access and security provide peace of mind; some confusion over pool gate access remains.
Furnished & Corporate Housing
In-unit washer and dryer, garage parking, and resort amenities suit corporate renters.
Luxury Apartments
Resort-style pool, cabana seating, and well-maintained grounds appeal to premium expectations.

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 3.8 against a 3.6 average across the 126 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 79% of the businesses in this directory.

How This Score Was Calculated

How We Score
Star rating 20
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Scores by Category

5
162
4
26
3
9
2
8
1
62

Common Renter Questions

How fast does maintenance respond to work orders?
Residents report maintenance responds quickly and efficiently, often resolving issues within days.
Does the complex allow pets?
Yes. The property is pet-friendly and includes a dog park.
Is there assigned parking?
Yes. Garage parking is available.

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Last updated 2026-09-25