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The Clara

Updated 2026-09-25 · 1,274 reviewed · 407 listed · Scored from 342 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.2(342) 59 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Affordable & Section 8 HousingPet-Friendly ApartmentsFurnished & Corporate Housing
The Clara
Location
San Antonio
Services
Affordable & Section 8 Housing, Pet-Friendly Apartments, Furnished & Corporate Housing
Reviews
342
Ranking
#54 in Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Best for
tenants using Housing Choice Vouchers, people prioritizing a smooth leasing experience

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

David and the leasing team earn consistent praise for attentive service and knowledge; several residents note quick fixes to AC problems and a welcoming move-in process. However, reports of repeated power failures, prolonged outages lasting days, roach infestations, and management indifference to safety issues paint a stark contrast. Guest parking fees and charges through third parties add to resident frustration.

Core tension: first-class leasing experience undermined by operational failures in maintenance and utility reliability. Recent five-star tours do not address the longer-term habitability complaints from residents who have lived there months or years.

Recent shift: A sharp split emerged roughly three months ago: earlier reviews from months 3-4 ago report severe power outages, roach infestations, and management unresponsiveness; reviews from the past month are dominated by five-star tours praising David's leasing skills. This suggests either improved marketing attention or that the leasing team's excellence masks ongoing operational issues not yet visible to recent tour-takers.

Praised for
  • David's customer service and responsiveness
  • professional leasing staff
  • updated property and amenities
  • quick maintenance response
  • safe, centrally located
Watch-outs
  • maintenance failures and neglect
  • power outages and AC breakdowns
  • pest infestations
  • hidden fees and billing disputes
  • unresponsive management to serious issues
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Best for: tenants using Housing Choice Vouchers, people prioritizing a smooth leasing experience
Think twice if: repeated power outages, roach infestations, and slow response to safety issues are deal-breakers; guest parking is charged

What This Community Gets Right

  • David Padron's leasing and tour expertise
  • quick AC and maintenance response from technician Kevin
  • Housing Choice Vouchers accepted
  • resort amenities and updated units

Before You Tour

  • David Padron named as leasing manager, praised across multiple reviews for professionalism and responsiveness
  • Kevin (maintenance) responded to AC failure within the hour outside business hours
  • Megan noted for knowledgeable tours
  • Building 4 specifically cited for pest problems
  • Power outages reported 5+ times during one resident's year-long stay; one outage lasted 2-3 days
  • roach infestation documented
  • guest parking requires payment
  • management reportedly handles billing disputes through third parties to avoid direct customer contact

Maintenance, Management & More

Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Housing Choice Vouchers accepted, but residents report repeated utility failures and lack of responsiveness to habitability issues.
Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet-friendly policy stated on website; reviews do not speak to pet-specific experience.
Furnished & Corporate Housing
No direct evidence in reviews.

Compared to Nearby Communities

  • Rated 3.2 against a 3.6 average across the 126 affordable & section 8 housing businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

How This Score Was Calculated

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

Scores by Category

5
156
4
26
3
20
2
16
1
124

Common Renter Questions

Are guests charged for parking?
Yes, according to a recent review, guests need to pay for parking.
Do you accept Housing Choice Vouchers?
Yes. The business states on its website that Housing Choice Vouchers are accepted.
What is the price range for 1 and 2 bedroom units?
The business lists 1 bedroom starting at $765 (A2R plan), 2 bedroom starting at $965 (B1 plan) or $1055 (B2 plan), with apartments from $665.

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Last updated 2026-09-25