The G Apartments Apartment Austin Review: $760/Room Near UT, But Read the Reviews First

Here’s a pattern I keep seeing. Students searching for housing near UT Austin land on The G at 1715 Guadalupe Street, see $760/room for a furnished unit steps from campus, and think they’ve found a deal. Then they check Google reviews. A 2.4-star rating across 123 reviews. That number should make you stop and ask questions.

I’m a licensed Texas apartment locator (TX #679806) who tracks Central Austin rental pricing daily. I’ve watched The G maintain 100% occupancy despite those reviews, and that says a lot about the UT area rental market. Location near campus is powerful enough to keep beds filled even when residents are clearly unhappy.

Here’s what listing sites won’t tell you: The G is rent by room student housing with a history of elevator breakdowns, management complaints, and utility bill spikes. Whether it still makes sense for your situation comes down to trade-offs most apartment sites won’t lay out for you. This review does.

Quick Facts

Two things jump out from this table. First, no pets. Zero flexibility. Second, The G doesn’t publish screening criteria anywhere. That’s unusual and makes it harder to know if you’ll get approved before paying the $45 application fee. I’ll cover what I know about their process below.

Best For / Skip If

Best For

You’re a UT student who wants to walk to class. The G sits directly on Guadalupe Street, less than two blocks from the UT campus edge. If your classes are in the main campus core, you’re looking at a 5 to 10 minute walk. Being that close is the whole reason you’d live here. When you factor in what you’d spend on parking permits, gas, and time if you lived further out, being on the Drag saves real money even if the rent per square foot isn’t cheap.

You want furnished housing without buying furniture. Most units come furnished with full size washer/dryer included, private bathrooms attached to each bedroom, and locking bedroom doors. If you’re moving from out of state or don’t want to deal with furnishing an apartment for one school year, The G handles that. The furniture quality gets decent marks in reviews.

Your budget maxes out at $900/month all in. A bed in a 4-bedroom unit at $760/room is about as cheap as you’ll find in furnished housing this close to campus. Comparable properties within a quarter mile start at $875 (Tradition on Rio) and go up from there. If you’re splitting a 4-bed unit, The G’s price point is hard to beat on the Drag.

You don’t have a car. Walk Score in this area runs high. You’re within walking distance of campus dining, the Drag restaurants, grocery stores on Guadalupe, and multiple Cap Metro bus routes. Bus lines 1, 3, 18, and 19 stop within a 4-minute walk.

Skip If

You have a pet. The G has a strict no pets policy. No exceptions, no ESA workarounds that I’ve seen anywhere on their site. If you have any animal, look at other Central Austin options where pet policies are more flexible.

Elevator reliability matters to you. 24 of 123 Google reviews mention elevators. That’s the single biggest issue in The G’s reviews. Breakdowns last days. If you’re on the 6th floor carrying groceries and the elevator’s been down since Tuesday, that’s a real problem.

You’re sensitive to noise. The AC return vents are loud. Bar noise carries in from Guadalupe Street. The elevators shriek when they open. And interior units have no natural light because they sit right next to the elevator shaft. If you’re a light sleeper, ask specifically about unit placement before signing.

You expect responsive management. Across every review platform, the same story keeps coming up: the office is hard to reach, emails go unanswered, and problems sit for weeks or months.

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Location Deep Dive

What’s Actually Nearby

The G sits on the Drag, the stretch of Guadalupe Street that runs along UT’s west edge. This is one of the most walkable locations in all of Austin.

Under 5 minutes on foot: UT campus (main mall entrance), Guadalupe Street restaurants and shops, multiple Cap Metro bus stops, the Co-Op bookstore.

5 to 10 minutes on foot: Cactus Cafe (inside the Texas Union), Pease District Park, West Campus nightlife, UT libraries and student union.

You’ll need a bus or car for: Whole Foods flagship (Lamar and 5th, about 1 mile), H-E-B at Hancock Center (1.5 miles), downtown 6th Street (1 mile), I-35 access, Austin-Bergstrom Airport (12 miles).

The Walk Score at this address is 90. For a student without a car, this is one of the most practical locations in Austin.

The Commute Math

Neighborhood Vibe

Guadalupe between 17th and 21st is loud. Bars, restaurants, foot traffic from campus, and Drag Rats (that’s what locals call the street culture along this stretch). If you want a quiet residential neighborhood, this isn’t it. It’s urban, active, and sometimes chaotic.

The Guadalupe entrance can feel sketchy at night. Multiple residents started using the back entrance instead. The 78701 zip code has higher property crime rates than Austin’s average. That’s an area pattern, not specific to this building, but it’s worth knowing.

The upside is genuine walkability. You can live without a car here, which saves $300-500/month on insurance, gas, and parking. For a student on a budget, that math matters.

Pricing & True Cost

Floor Plans

Important: All rents shown are per room, not per unit. The G leases by the bedroom. Each resident signs an individual lease and is only responsible for their portion.

100% full. Every bed taken. That tells you everything about demand at this price point near campus. The G doesn’t need to offer concessions to fill beds, and they don’t.

Net Effective Rent

The G is not currently running any specials. Their listing notes “no ongoing concessions other than reduced rents.” That means what you see is what you pay. No free months to calculate around.

For a 4BR/4BA at $760/room:

• Base rent: $760/month
• No concession applied
• Net effective rent: $760/month

Compare that to nearby competitors: Texan and Vintage starts at $664/room, Quarters on Campus at $570/room, and 24 Longview at $489/room (though that price is for a windowless room). The G is not the cheapest option on the Drag, but good luck finding openings at those prices. The new construction boom in Austin hasn’t really reached this corner of the student housing market, so inventory near campus stays tight.

All the Fees

The $45 application fee is below the Austin average of $50-75. The $149 admin fee is standard.

Here’s something to watch for: water bills have spiked at this property. One unit saw water go from $30/month to $90/month because of a building leak that management didn’t fix. When the whole building shares water billing, plumbing problems can push your costs way past what you budgeted.

True Monthly Cost: 4BR Example

Specials change. What’s listed above was accurate as of June 2026. I talk to leasing teams regularly, and offers shift. Always confirm pricing directly.

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Screening Criteria

The G doesn’t post screening criteria anywhere. Not on their website, not on any listing site I check. That’s not uncommon for privately owned student housing, but it means you’re basically going in blind on whether you’ll get approved.

What I Can Tell You

Student housing properties near UT typically screen differently than standard apartments. Most prioritize proof of enrollment or proof of income, and many accept guarantors (usually a parent) if the student doesn’t meet income requirements on their own.

Here’s what I typically see at similar student properties near campus:

I don’t have the actual numbers from The G. These are my best guesses based on what I see at other student properties nearby. Call their leasing office at (512) 296-2864 or email info@thegaustin.com to confirm before you apply.

What Likely Gets You Denied

From what I’ve seen at other student properties, these will usually get you denied:

• Active property debt from a previous landlord
• Violent criminal history within the past 5-7 years
• Previous eviction within the past 2-3 years
• Not having a guarantor when your income doesn’t meet the requirement

The Application Process

1. Contact the leasing office. The listing says Mon-Fri 9am-6pm, Sat 12-3pm, but other sites show different hours. Call first to make sure they’re actually open.
2. Pay $45 application fee (non-refundable)
3. Background and credit screening
4. Approval and lease signing ($149 admin fee due at signing)

What a locator can do here

Here’s what separates working with an apartment locator from applying on your own: I can tell you whether you’re likely to qualify before you spend $45 finding out. If The G’s screening looks uncertain for your situation, I know which nearby properties actually post their criteria and which ones are more flexible. I can check your odds at competing properties so you’re not burning application fees guessing.

Resident Reviews Decoded

I read through every review I could find on this property: 123 on Google (2.4 stars), 42 on Facebook (56% recommend), plus smaller batches on ApartmentRatings, ApartmentHomeLiving, and VeryApt. That’s 166+ reviews total. Both the Google rating and the Facebook recommend rate are bad for any Austin apartment. Here’s what’s driving those numbers.

Review Pattern Analysis

What Residents Praise

Location is the clear winner. 15 of 123 Google reviewers specifically call out how close they are to campus. That’s the reason people move here, and it lives up to it. Walking to class in under 10 minutes, being on the Drag, having restaurants and buses at your doorstep.

Individual staff members get praised by name. 18 combined Google reviews mention helpful or kind staff. One VeryApt reviewer said management problems “disappeared since San Miguel Management took over,” so things did get better under that team, at least for a while. Specific people can be great. But the system around them has gaps.

Furnished units with private bathrooms and locking bedroom doors are a selling point too. The individual lease structure means you’re not on the hook if a roommate bails, which is a real advantage in student housing. One ApartmentHomeLiving reviewer called the furniture “good quality.”

What Residents Consistently Criticize

Elevators are complaint #1. 24 of 123 Google reviews bring up elevators. One ApartmentHomeLiving reviewer wrote that “elevators have broken down for days at a time” and called the building “not the most ADA friendly.” This has been going on since the building opened in 2014.

Management is the other big problem. And it’s not just one management team’s fault. The G has changed management at least once (to San Miguel Management, then back to private ownership under the current team). One VeryApt reviewer reported moving in August and not receiving their lease until September.

Multiple ApartmentHomeLiving reviews describe an office that closes without notice during posted hours, so picking up mail or packages becomes a hassle. One reviewer wrote: “they barge into the apartment with no notice, never respond to inquiries, leave the apartment and facilities dirty, never at office when going to pick up a package.”

Build quality is another issue. One ApartmentHomeLiving reviewer spotted cracks in ceilings and near granite countertops and described the building as “rushed to be finished” when it opened in September 2014. That reviewer was living there during the building’s first year. Cracks in a brand new building are more concerning than cracks in an old one.

The Guadalupe Street entrance gets called out for safety. One reviewer described “a serious presence of homeless persons dwelling near the Guadalupe entrance” and said “most residents have switched to using the back door.” Bar noise from nearby spots on Guadalupe keeps coming up too, especially for units facing the street.

How Management Responds

Management barely responds to online reviews. The ApartmentRatings page is unclaimed. Google reviews show almost no management replies. Facebook sits at 56% recommend, which is very low. If they’re not bothering to respond to reviews, they’re probably not taking care of residents behind closed doors either.

The Uncomfortable Truth

No listing site will write this section. I’m not trying to kill the deal. I just want you to know exactly what you’re signing up for.

The Elevator Problem Is Structural, Not Occasional

24 of 123 Google reviews mention elevators. That’s roughly 1 in 5 reviewers who felt strongly enough to write about it. The building opened in 2014, and elevator complaints show up in reviews from every year since. This isn’t a single bad week. It’s a building problem that keeps coming back in a property with six floors that relies on elevators for basic daily life. One ApartmentHomeLiving reviewer specifically called it “not the most ADA friendly building.” If you tour, ask how often the elevators break down and how long it takes to get them running again.

Some Units Have No Natural Sunlight

Here’s something the listing photos won’t show you. The G has interior units positioned next to the elevator shaft with no exterior windows. One ApartmentRatings reviewer described them as rooms “that do NOT have natural sunlight” with “a window with a view of the elevator.”

If you sign without touring the specific room you’ll occupy, you could end up in one. Ask the leasing office directly whether the unit being offered has exterior windows. Don’t assume.

The Office Closes Without Warning

Here’s what keeps happening according to ApartmentHomeLiving reviewers: the leasing office posts generous hours but then will “notify day of, on a recurring basis, that they’ll be closed for the entirety of the afternoon.” This matters because the office handles mail and package pickup. If you’re expecting deliveries, you may not be able to get them when you need them. One reviewer specifically recommended “looking elsewhere” if you need to pick up packages on time.

Security Deposit Recovery Is a Known Issue

Getting your security deposit back has been a fight for multiple residents. One ApartmentHomeLiving resident reported that their deposit check was “fraudulently cashed” after months of chasing management. Another from the same platform said they “never got my security deposit back when they told me they would.” Under Texas law, landlords have 30 days to return your deposit. Document everything in writing. Take photos at move-in and move-out. Send written requests for your deposit with timestamps.

Utility Bills Can Spike Without Warning

The building has had water leak issues that drove up utility bills for everyone. One ApartmentRatings reviewer described water bills jumping from $30 to $90 per person due to a pipe leak in the garage that management didn’t fix. When the building’s plumbing has issues, those costs get split across every resident’s utility bill.

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FAQ

Does The G allow pets?

No. The G doesn’t allow any pets. No dogs, cats, or other animals. If you have a pet, you’ll need to look at other properties near UT campus.

What is parking like at The G?

Parking costs $100/month for surface lot or garage spaces. There’s no guest parking. Unauthorized cars get towed fast, with tow fees around $200. If you have visitors, they’ll need to find street parking.

Is The G only for students?

The G is marketed as student housing and leases by the bedroom. Individual leases mean each person is responsible only for their portion of the unit. It’s built for UT students, but they might take non-students too. Check with the leasing office.

What utilities are included at The G?

Cable and trash are included in rent. Water and electricity are billed separately and can change month to month. Budget $50-90/month for water and electric combined, though they’ve spiked higher.

Are the apartments furnished?

Most units are furnished with full size washer/dryer included, private bathrooms, and locking bedroom doors. The studio floor plan at 312 sq ft is unfurnished. The larger 500 sq ft studio is furnished.

How do I get to UT campus from The G?

Walk. The G is on Guadalupe Street, less than two blocks from the UT campus boundary. Most campus buildings are within a 5 to 10 minute walk. You don’t need a car, bus, or bike for daily commuting to class.

What are the biggest complaints about The G?

Elevator breakdowns (24 of 123 Google reviews), slow management, office hours you can’t count on, cleanliness, small room sizes, and unexpected utility bill spikes. The 2.4 Google rating and 56% Facebook recommend rate tell the story.

When was The G built?

2014. The building is 12 years old with no listed renovation date. Some reviews call out ceiling cracks and finishes that look rushed.

The Bottom Line: Is The G Worth It?

The G gives you one thing very well: a furnished room with an individual lease on the Drag, walking distance to UT campus, at a price point starting at $760/room.

That location advantage is real. Students without cars save hundreds per month by being on Guadalupe Street, and the furnished units cut out the hassle of buying and moving furniture.

But the trade-off is equally clear. A 2.4 Google rating across 123 reviews. A 56% Facebook recommend rate. Elevator breakdowns that affect daily life in a building with six floors. Management that’s consistently criticized for being hard to reach. Utility bills that have spiked from building plumbing problems. And some units that lack natural light entirely.

This property makes sense if:

• UT campus walkability is your top priority
• You need furnished housing and don’t want to buy furniture
• Your budget caps around $760-895/room and you want the Drag location
• You’ve toured the specific unit being offered and confirmed it has windows

This property doesn’t make sense if:

• Responsive management is important to you
• You have any pet
• Elevator reliability is a factor (especially upper floors)
• You’d rather pay a bit more for properties with better reviews in West Campus or Central Austin
• You want to explore other parts of Austin where your budget goes further, like East Austin or South Austin

The first year math works if you value location above all else. Just go in knowing exactly what the reviews say, tour your actual unit, and document everything.

Need Help?

You’ve got everything to make a decision about The G on your own. But if you want help comparing it against nearby alternatives:

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